Cmos Jumper (Jp6) - HP Brio 80xx Online Manual

CMOS Jumper (JP6)

The CMOS memory stores information, such as your computer's configuration, which is preserved when you turn off your
computer. A jumper placed on pins 1-2 prevents changes to the CMOS configuration.
The following table shows the possible pin settings:
Jumper Function
Default setting
Clear CMOS
The only time you need to clear the CMOS is if the configuration stored in memory is corrupted or you have forgotten the
system password.
To clear the configuration:
1 Turn off the computer. Unplug the computer from the electrical socket. Disconnect any peripherals from the computer.
2 Remove the computer's cover (refer to the Upgrade Guide for any assistance).
3 Place the jumper on pins 2-3 (refer to
The CMOS will be cleared only if the computer is unplugged from the electrical socket.
Note
4 Wait for a couple of seconds, then place the jumper on pins 1-2 to re-enable the configuration.
5 Replace the cover. Reconnect the power cord and any peripherals to the computer.
6 Turn on the computer.
To set a new system password, you will need to run the Setup program.
Pins
1 - 2
The jumper on these pins prevents any change to the CMOS configuration.
(top two pins)
2 - 3 Place the jumper on these pins to clear the CMOS.
page 19 for jumper location on the system board) to clear the CMOS.
1 Introducing the Advanced Setup Guide
Description
System Board Layout
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