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1."CMOS checksum invalid" error message during POST

If you get the above error message or "Invalid configuration, run Setup" message, the it is an indication that the CMOS battery needs to be changed.

2.Why can't I disable the "L2 ECC" cache on my Celeron CPU?

The L2 ECC cache in the Celeron CPU is hard-wired. Therefore, it can not be disabled.

3.  Forgot password ?

Try the master password, AMI, AMI_SW, AMI!SW/, AMI?SW/, Award, AWARD_SW, bios, setup, cmos, j262. These password allow you to enter to the CMOS setup.

If these don't work, try to remove the battery on the motherboard after shut down the system. After a few seconds replace the battery on the motherboard and restart.

Third trick is ,there should be a jumper with three (3) pins directly adjacent to the battery. To reset the CMOS Settings/Password, move the jumper to the 2-3 position if it is currently 1-2, or 1-2 if it is currently 2-3, then turn on the system, wait a few seconds, then turn the power off. Now, move the jumper back to the original pins. Presto, no more password.

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