HP EliteDesk 705 G5 Maintenance And Service Manual page 111

IMPORTANT: Pushing the CMOS button resets CMOS values to factory defaults. Back up the computer
CMOS settings before resetting them in case you need them. Back up is easily done through Computer
Setup. See Computer Setup (F10) Utility on page 51
4. Locate, press, and hold the CMOS button in for 5 seconds.
NOTE: Make sure you have disconnected the AC power cord from the AC outlet. The CMOS button will
not clear CMOS if the power cord is connected.
NOTE: For assistance locating the CMOS button and other system board components, see the system
board components image at
5. Replace the access panel.
6. Reconnect the external devices.
7. Plug in the computer and turn on power.
NOTE: You will receive POST error messages after clearing CMOS and rebooting advising you that
configuration changes have occurred. Use Computer Setup to reset any special system setups along with
the date and time.
For instructions on Computer Setup, see
for information on backing up the CMOS settings.
System board components on page
Computer Setup (F10) Utility on page
48.
51.
Clearing and resetting the CMOS 101