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13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)
Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS congurations) and reset the
CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch
the two pins for a few seconds.
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS •
values.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually •
congure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS congurations).