On 08/31/2014 11:13 PM, Tim wrote:
I've come across computers that foul up when powered up with a
dead CMOS
battery. I get the impression that some BIOSs have parts of themselves
powered only by the battery, and don't get anything from the main power
supply.
Well, of course. What do you think powers the CMOS when the computer's
off? However, the clock will start to run slow long enough before the
battery dies as a warning.