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OMPONENTS
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Clearing the CMOS
Clear the CMOS after installing a new motherboard, CPU, DIMM, or HDD to ensure
compatibility between the new component and the settings stored in the BIOS.
T
O
CLEAR
THE
CMOS
1. Shut down and open the E100 (see
Make sure to remove the AC power cable from the power outlet before opening the E100 and
clearing the CMOS.
2. Remove the battery (see
3. Wait two minutes to allow the motherboard electrical components to fully discharge.
4. Reinstall the battery (see
).
5. Reassemble the E100 and verify its functionality (see
6. Reset date and time in Setup (see
Configuration and Setup
, which is part of the user
documentation set).