How to Do a CMOS Reset?

Shut down the computer completely

Unplug the power cable

Remove the laptop battery if applicable

Press and hold the power button for 10 to 15 seconds

Open the computer case if using a desktop

Locate the CMOS battery on the motherboard

Remove the CMOS battery

Wait 5 to 10 minutes

Reinsert the CMOS battery

Reconnect the power cable

Reinstall the laptop battery if applicable

Power on the computer

Enter BIOS or UEFI setup if needed

Load default BIOS settings if prompted

Save changes and exit

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