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    SZ and time/clock

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by random818, Jan 2, 2008.

  1. random818

    random818 Newbie

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    Hello,

    I've had my SZ110 for almost two years now. The battery doesn't carry much of a charge anymore, but my question regards the time/date on my system. I can understand if my laptop is off and unplugged that the battery will not keep my date/time active and I would need to set the date/time next time I use my laptop.

    BUT... even if I am plugged into an electric outlet and the laptop is on, my clock doesnt work right. I'll set the correct time, but after a hour later, the time is off by 20-30 minutes.

    Is this a laptop hardware issue, software issue, etc ?

    Thanks in advance,
     
    random818, Jan 2, 2008
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    The clock runs off the CMOS battery (usually a 25 watch battery) located somewhere on the motherboard. Replace that.
     
    Lithus, Jan 2, 2008
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Definitely need to replace that battery...relatively easy to do if the laptop is designed well, and a watch or jewelry store would probably have the exact type of battery you need. Make sure the old and new are the exact same type though.
     
    Greg, Jan 2, 2008
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