As simple as; i turned off my laptop 2 nights ago as normal then when i turned it on again yesterday it was wiped, no history and started up like it was new. not even the wallpaper was there it asked to re register everything and loses memory each time its turned off. everything i had seems to be gone, ive not a clue what happened. john
Sounds like your CMOS, which is the well-hidden thing on your motherboard that keeps a small bit of power going to retain date and time information when the computer is shut off. If it loses its charge (due to defect or age) it will work fine as long as the computer is on, but after a few hours will lose all ability to maintain the most essential information. This will cause the computer to boot as if for the first time. Check your time and date; also knowing your OS would help. But I suspect it's your CMOS, which can be replaced at any computer repair shop.
Posted on Aug 19, 2007
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