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    Clevo P170HM CMOS reset

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by littleslaves, Aug 11, 2011.

  1. littleslaves

    littleslaves Newbie

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    Hello,
    I have a Deviltech Fragbook which correspond to a Clevo P170HM.
    I had some troubles with the notebook and i'd like to try to reset the CMOS.
    Is it possible to get a service manual, a video on how to disassemble it, or more simply... some instrunctions on where and how to find the CMOS battery or the CMOS reset jumper?

    Is there anybody here who can help me with that?

    Thanks!
     
    littleslaves, Aug 11, 2011
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  2. mythlogic

    mythlogic Company Representative

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    Hey,

    So for a P170, the piece of plastic that has the power button on it etc, isn't screwed down, just lift it up from the corner (The corner that has the power button on it so the right side), once that is off you will see the screws holding down the keyboard, remove them. Then you will see the CMOS battery and cable, just unplug the CMOS battery from the motherboard for a minute and then plug it back in (Be careful the plug is hard to get out and the wires are fragile). Assembly is the opposite =)
     
    mythlogic, Aug 11, 2011
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    Thanks so much mythlogic. Clear and precise explanation!
     
    littleslaves, Aug 11, 2011
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  4. Grechie

    Grechie Notebook Geek

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    Hey,

    You would'nt happen to know where the CMOS battery is for a P150HM would you, and the easiest way to access it?

    Thanks

    - Grechie
     
    Grechie, Sep 22, 2011
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  5. mythlogic

    mythlogic Company Representative

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    Take the piece of plastic that runs above the keyboard off (it just snaps out, use something flat along the edge to carefully pry it off). Then remove the screws that hold in the keyboard. Once you remove the keyboard (be careful about the cable holding the keyboard in) you'll see the battery, just remove it. Assembly is reverse.
     
    mythlogic, Sep 22, 2011
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    Prema Your Freedom, Your Choice

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    Guys, don`t forget to remove the mains and battery while doing this. ;)
     
    Prema, Sep 23, 2011
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  7. Grechie

    Grechie Notebook Geek

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    Thank You Mythlogic
     
    Grechie, Sep 23, 2011
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  8. lillinonah

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    the previous posts already correctly point out how to reset the cmos battery (i.e. simply lift the front top panel off, disconnect the cmos battery connector from the motherboard (vs. remove the battery itself))

    here are some pictures showing this:

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    lillinonah, Dec 2, 2011
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  9. WusteHase

    WusteHase Notebook Enthusiast

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    What happens if you don't? Just curious.
     
    WusteHase, May 24, 2012
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  10. MrDJ

    MrDJ Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    you either electricute yourself or blow your computer up.

    even after removing mains and battery you have to hold power button down for 20 seconds as there is some charge left which can still cause damage
     
    MrDJ, May 24, 2012
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  11. WusteHase

    WusteHase Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well nothing went "boom," and I've been shocked enough to know when I'm not being electrocuted.

    Didn't realize mashing the power button came into play that much. Left the computer unplugged with the battery out overnight, plugged it in and attempted to boot, but nada. Put the battery back in and left it on the charger, let it sit for about 3 hours, and poof. Starts right up. But now I'm having random BIOS time resets.

    (Somewhat on topic, my favorite quote: "Life should be more like working with electricity. Being stupid should hurt; being really stupid should kill you.")
     
    WusteHase, May 24, 2012
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