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From: axaris@acsu.buffalo.edu (vassilios e axaris)
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Subject: cmos data
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Date: 29 Aug 90 16:03:12 GMT
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Hello,

I ran into some problems with my AT machines. First, my generic clone 10 Mhz
286, does not keep the time and date properly. I used the p.d. program CMOSER
to examine the cmos data, and everything was ok, except the time and date. The
program deliberated that my battery was ok, eventhough I measured it to have 
half its rated voltage. Then I used the same program on a Tandy 1000 which has a
hardcard. The Tandy boots occasionally - the drive does not even spin up - and
the program indicated that the battery is dead. All other info, except again
the time and date, were correct. The battery was replaced, but the program
reports a dead battery, and the system still functions erratically.
What could it be happening? I haven't got a clue. If anybody could give me a 
few pointers, I'd appreciate it.

Vassilios E. Axaris