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Why does my computer require a date reset upon startup in Windows 98, and how can I fix this issue?

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Why does my computer require a date reset upon startup in Windows 98, and how can I fix this issue?
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It might be the battery on the mother board might need to be replaced. Do that first.
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The motherboard battery is probably getting low. If that's the trouble, and you replace the battery, you can download an atomic clock for the system. Go to http://www.download.com, search for atomic clock. Some are free. Read the reviews . . "Atomic clock sync" is good, and it is free. (World Time Server).
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Your CMOS battery is probably low and needs to be replaced. Don't leave a dead battery on your motherboard for too long, because it can leak and cause a lot of damage.
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