Appendix B: System Error Messages; Error Messages; Cmos Battery Has Failed; Cmos Checksum Error - Kontron MBATX-945G-VGA User Manual

Appendix B: System Error
Messages
When the BIOS encounters an error that requires the user to correct something, either a
beep code will sound or a message will be displayed in a box in the middle of the
screen and the message, PRESS F1 TO CONTINUE or DEL TO ENTER SETUP, will
be shown in the information box at the bottom. Enter Setup to correct the error.

Error Messages

One or more of the following messages may be displayed if the BIOS detects an error
during the POST. This list indicates the error messages for all Awards BIOSes:

CMOS BATTERY HAS FAILED

The CMOS battery is no longer functional. It should be replaced.
Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the battery
manufacturer's instructions.

CMOS CHECKSUM ERROR

Checksum of CMOS is incorrect. This can indicate that CMOS has become corrupt.
This error may have been caused by a weak battery. Check the battery and replace if
necessary.

DISPLAY SWITCH IS SET INCORRECTLY

The display switch on the motherboard can be set to either monochrome or color. This
indicates the switch is set to a different setting than indicated in Setup. Determine which
setting is correct, either turn off the system and change the jumper or enter Setup and
change the VIDEO selection.

FLOPPY DISK(S) fail (80)

Unable to reset floppy subsystem.
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