Using the CMOS Button
The CMOS button is a small button located on the back of the computer case or other parts of the motherboard. The CMOS button serves to reset the CMOS by pressing it for a few seconds. CMOS buttons are usually labeled CMOS, CLEAR CMOS, RESET CMOS, or similar.
To reset CMOS by using the CMOS button, follow these steps:
- Look for the CMOS button on your computer case or motherboard. You can refer to your motherboard’s manual for the location and label of the CMOS button.
- Press and hold the CMOS button for a few seconds. This will erase the information stored in the CMOS and return the BIOS settings to default.
- Restart your computer. You might see a message saying that BIOS settings have been reset or being prompted to enter BIOS settings. You can follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
Conclusion
In this article, I have explained how to reset CMOS on the motherboard by using three common methods, namely CMOS jumper, CMOS battery, and CMOS button. Resetting CMOS can help you resolve issues caused by incorrect BIOS settings or restore BIOS settings to default. However, you should be careful while resetting CMOS, as you may need to reset some BIOS settings according to your preferences or needs.
I hope this article was useful to you and can improve your knowledge of CMOS and BIOS. Thanks for reading.