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1.2.6
Jumpers
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the
CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM
data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system
setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
Z97M-PLUS
Z97M-PLUS Clear RTC RAM
1.
Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2.
Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for
about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
3.
Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter
4.
data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the
battery.
system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature.
Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter
settings to default values.
ASUS Z97M-PLUS
CLRTC
1 2
2 3
Normal
Clear RTC
(Default)
1-11