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A client has to reset the system clock each time the system powers up. The system also exhibits problems during the system POST. What is MOST likely causing this and what should the A+ Certified…
The correct answer is B. failing battery on the motherboard; replace it. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
A client has to reset the system clock each time the system powers up. The system also exhibits problems during the system POST. What is MOST likely causing this and what should the A+ Certified Technician do to repair it?
Options
- Aold/damaged BIOS; upgrade the BIOS
- Bfailing battery on the motherboard; replace it
- Cdefective RTC (real-time clock); replace it
- DCPU that was damaged by an electrostatic charge; replace it
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