Clock keeps showing the wrong time
A clock that resets to an old date means a small battery inside the computer is dead. A clock that just drifts slow means the time sync settings need fixing.
Windows keeps time two ways — it syncs with the internet while running, and a small battery on the motherboard keeps the time when the computer is off. If the clock resets to 2009 after every restart, that battery is dead. If it just drifts or is in the wrong timezone, the sync settings need adjusting.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Manually setting the clock repeatedly without addressing the root cause
- Assuming time sync alone will fix a dead CMOS battery
Signs you need professional help
- Clock resets to an old date after every restart
- CMOS battery needs replacing
- Time sync fails even with internet connected
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