Laptop "Clock" is Always Wrong
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Every time you turn on your laptop, the time and date are reset to several years ago.
Symptoms
- Wrong time
- Wrong date
- SSL errors
Possible Causes
- Dead CMOS battery
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Sync with Internet Time
Settings > Time & Language > Sync Now (Temporary fix).
2
Replace CMOS Battery
Open the laptop and replace the small CR2032 coin cell on the motherboard.
3
Check BIOS Settings
Ensure the time is set correctly in the firmware menu.
When to See a Technician
The CMOS battery keeps the clock running even when the main battery is dead or removed.
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