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  1. svar91

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    i got a video card and i took out my old one and put in the new on but my computer wont boot. i put my old one back and still dosent boot is there any way i can reset the cmos of the motherboard because the screen is not showing up.
     
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    Absolutely. I recommend getting the manual and use that as your guide.
     
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    i've had boards that wouldn't post for whatever reason til i used the cmos jumper. was there any beeps when computer powered up?
     
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    yes it beeped more than needed. like it couldnt find the video card.
     
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    try reseating the card as might not be plugged all the way in.
     
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    it plugged all the way in. is there a way to reset the motherboard?
     
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    by jumpering the cmos or removing the battery for a minute or so when computer is off & unplugged.
     
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    where is the battery located?
     
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    it will be a silver disk shaped in a battery holder clip. battery is a cr2032 marked on it.
     
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    hmm... the battery didnt work so how do u jumper the cmos?
     
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    have to move or short 2 pins. check motherboard manual if got 1 as morph suggested before.
     
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    i dont have a manual...
     
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    what is the make & model# of the motherboard or the computer?
     
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    the motherboard is a V845 pro
     
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    thanks ddp for all ur help! it just started workin!
     
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    who makes the motherboard?
     
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    teach & learn
     
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