Clock keeps reverting back to Jan 2003

[TH]

I can't figure it out, everytime I log onto my computer, my clock has
logged back to January 2003. The time is off. I reset it and when I
log back in the next time, it's back to Jan 2003. I've tried setting
it to internet time but it still reverts back to Jan 2003 when I log
back in.

Also, my computer won't just turn on either, since this started. When
it's booting I get the DOS screen telling me to either hit f1 to start
or (I think) f3 for setup. So I can't get into windows when I start up
until I hit f1.

I've run avg, spybot, adaware and hijack this but can't find any kind
of malware. I don't know what else to do. Any help would be
appreciated, thanks.

 

[Brian A.]

You need to replace the CMOS battery on the motherboard, it's not just dying, it's
already dead or very close to. Check the documents that came with your PC or the
manufacturers site for information on how to change it.

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Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User }
Conflicts start where information lacks.
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Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375

 

[Dave]

I can't figure it out, everytime I log onto my computer, my clock has
logged back to January 2003. The time is off. I reset it and when I
log back in the next time, it's back to Jan 2003. I've tried setting
it to internet time but it still reverts back to Jan 2003 when I log
back in.

Also, my computer won't just turn on either, since this started. When
it's booting I get the DOS screen telling me to either hit f1 to start
or (I think) f3 for setup. So I can't get into windows when I start up
until I hit f1.

I've run avg, spybot, adaware and hijack this but can't find any kind
of malware. I don't know what else to do. Any help would be
appreciated, thanks.

Had the same problem. Replaced the CMOS battery on the motherboard and
all works fine now. Quite easy to do as well.

Good luck

Dave