On Thu, 04 Sep 2003 01:36:22 -0700, Laurent Abadie wrote:
> Hello Guys !!!
>
> I know this is a classical title, before posting I tried to find the
> answer in groups but didn't found exactly the same problem.
>
> When I switch on, I have the videocard test, then the memory test,
> then a message that says that my Primary master is detected and then
> the "CMOS checksum error - defaults loaded" message.
>
> I read in the newsgroup that it maybe caused by a wrong battery. I
> changed it and it's the same.
> Some other peoples say that do some changes in the bios could fix the
> problem, but I CAN'T enter the bios.
>
> Do you think I have to change my motherboard ? I don't have the doc
> anymore, but maybe there is a jumper sequence to reset it ? It's an
> Abit KT7-Raid.
>
Make sure you have a good battery. Uplug the AC cord. Short the clear
comos jumper, then put it back to normal. Plug AC back in and reboot. If
that doesn't work, you might need a new bios chip. You can download the
manual here.
<a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.abit-usa.com/downloads/manual/" target="_blank">http://www.abit-usa.com/downloads/manual/</a>
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