#CMOS Battery In Detail
BIOS settings stores in a non-volatile memory without the necessity of a battery. Still, the motherboard uses a real-time clock because the clock is always active, whether the computer is active or not. It is not a quartz watch just like the ordinary watch used by the people. When the computer is switched off the real-time clock gets power from the battery to function. Like this, a computer always shows the exact time. The tiny battery is active when the computer is switched off. The battery is working as a clock on newer computers. Even though CMOS is a small battery its functionality is excellent, it is a backup battery. It is required to keep the information without interruption. There is a specific CMOS battery in desktops or laptops as the battery is connected to the motherboard using two wires. Whenever a password is set for the device the CMOS battery take cares of it. What is the lifeline of CMOS Battery? CMOS is also known as CMOS RAM or Non-Volatile RAM (NVRAM) or real-time clock (RTC). CMOS battery life is almost 10 years. It will vary based on the usage and environment of the computer. Devices such as Static RAM (SRAM), microcontrollers, digital logic circuits and microprocessors use CMOS. Failing of CMOS battery can be identified when the computer is not capable enough to show correct date and time. The original button is not the same in all motherboard. Expansion port speed configuration, boot device order, memory handling, power control are some of the basic types of customization features. As we all know from experience that batteries don’t last forever. After a certain period of time batteries will stop functioning. This may take place between two to ten years after manufacturing of the device. If your computer power is on then its battery will last longer than the switched off the computer. Unlike other batteries these kinds of batteries are not rechargeable and doing it may end up with the explosion. Signs of battery failure: When you start an older computer if the battery is not working then the computer will show error messages such as, “CMOS Read Error”, or “CMOS Battery Failure”. Every time after booting a computer a cryptic error message will appear such as “New CPU Installed”. That shows that the motherboard can’t remember the installation. CMOS uses either positive polarity circuits or negative polarity circuits at a time. Mac is also using CMOS, it is known as PRAM (Parameter RAM). CMOS chips are suitable for devices like desktops and laptops because they are battery-powered and use minimum power than other kinds of chips.
#So, Let’s See How to Change A CMOS Battery;
Before you ever touch your patient, ground yourself. That means to make sure that any static electricity (which can be generated in small charges between your body and clothing, but is weak enough not to hurt you) does go through the delicate computer parts, which may seem like no big deal but can royally mess up some of the more delicate stuff inside your case. Essential points are, to put your computer case on a non-conductive (non-metallic) table or surface before you open it up for the treatment and stand on bare feet in contact with the floor; Once done; Step 1 – #Remove the Old CMOS Battery: To do that, you’ll have open your computer’s casing and find the CMOS battery on the motherboard. If it’s a laptop that you’re treating, then you’ll need to open your Laptop’s back panel. The CMOS battery is easy to find because it looks like a large silver coin sitting on your motherboard.
In most systems and laptops, the battery is held down by a small clip next to it. Simply slide off the battery from under the clip like a big round SIM card and the troublesome little silver coin will be out in your hand. And make sure you do not bend the clip under any circumstances; As this will render it unable to hold the new battery in place. You’re treating your computer, and as doctors say, first do no harm. And there is one more thing; In some laptop’s, it possible that the CMOS battery is covered with a non-conductive protection and attached to 2 wires which are connected to the laptop’s motherboard through a connector like this:
And you know, it’s also possible that you can’t be able to find the CMOS battery on the back panel of your laptop too; Because some manufacturers do not allow to replacements of their own batteries, and in case, if you’re still insistent on removing the battery; Anyway, then you can look up for a ‘how to disassemble your laptop’ tutorial video online; Like on the YouTube; And that will help you to know, how to disassemble your own laptop because it’s possible that the CMOS battery is attached to the other side of your laptop’s motherboard. Here’s a picture of the laptop which doesn’t have any CMOS battery in its back panel:
So, whatever the type of battery your computer is using, just disconnect or remove it. Even if the CMOS Battery is soldered on the motherboard like this: Step 2 – #What To Do, After Removing The Battery: Now you’ll need to buy the same exact CMOS battery for your laptop or computer what you recently removed from your computer or laptop. So, now you’ll need to go to the computer shop or buy the battery online. Whatever you do, just make sure you buy the exact same type of battery. “And that’s all for now, thanks for sticking with the article, and you know it will always good to let me know about the article, in the comments down below.” 🙂
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