Computers & Internet Logo

Related Topics:

Posted on Sep 24, 2010
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

Cmos checksum error & keyboard not function - Computers & Internet

1 Answer

Arjun Komath

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

  • Master 1,170 Answers
  • Posted on Sep 24, 2010
Arjun Komath
Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Joined: Mar 06, 2009
Answers
1170
Questions
8
Helped
439654
Points
3355

CMOS checksum errors
Explanation: A checksum is computed as an error-detecting code, to protect the BIOS settings stored in the CMOS memory. Each time the system is booted this number is recomputed and checked against the stored value. If they do not match, an error message is generated to tell you that the CMOS memory contents may have been corrupted and therefore some settings may be wrong. BIOSes react in different ways to encountering this sort of error. Some will warn the user and then continue on with whatever settings were in the CMOS. Others will assume that the settings that were in the CMOS were corrupted and will load default values stored in the BIOS chip "for safety reasons". The error message will indicate which your system is doing.
Diagnosis: The most common cause of checksum errors in CMOS is a battery that is losing power. Viruses can also affect CMOS settings, and motherboard problems can also affect the stored values.
Recommendation: Follow the instructions in this section to address the CMOS corruption. You should make sure that all of the BIOS settings in the system are correct, by rebooting the system, going into BIOS setup and double-checking all the values (hopefully against a recent BIOS settings backup).

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

2helpful
1answer

Cmos Checksum Error

Check CMOS and Memory Modules:::If the error message is "UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP," then it indicates you have problem with the memory of your computer. You need to check whether the SIMMs (Single Inline Memory Modules) are compatible and have the same speed. Secondly, also check whether you have set the CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) to the right amount of RAM. If these solutions do not work, you might have to replace memory in your computer....try to use system utility tool like Reginout.. Hope the problem is resolved.
0helpful
1answer

Compaq Presario 2500 stopped loading windows XP with a prompt STOP: c0000221 {bad Image Checksum} The image COMCTL32.dll is possibly corrupt. The header checksum does not match the computed checksum.

This error is not the same as a CMOS Checksum Error, which refers to corrupted values of the CMOS settings, the ones you set through the BIOS setup program. This error means the contents of the BIOS code itself are damaged.

During the boot process you will see on the screen to press delete to enter setup
Press and hold delete during the boot up process to enter BIOS you can load failsafe defaults or load optimized defaults ,press escape then press f10 to save to cmos to restart
click start control panel date and time you can make your adjustments to the date and time from there also right click on the date and time on the bottom toolbar (bottom of screen) you should see Adjust date and time tab
hope this helps you
1helpful
1answer

Getting a CMOS checksum bad error when starting my Acer M5640 Desktop with Windows 7 Thanks Daniel

Solutions to CMOS Checksum Bad Error

The CMOS Checksum Bad Error can be fixed easily by following the listed steps carefully.

CMOS Battery may not be functioning properly

If you suspect that your CMOS battery is not functioning properly, you can easily change it. Before changing your battery, reboot your computer to make sure that the error still exists. If it does, go into your CMOS and write down all of the settings. If all the settings are lost, you can usually retrieve them from your computer manufacturer. Now locate the battery and remove it, you might need to consult your computer's manual or technical support to remove your battery (the battery a flat, shiny silver colored and coin-shaped). Take down the CMOS battery's information such as volt, size, etc. Once you have your new battery, you can replace it and reenter your CMOS settings. If your battery was the cause of the CMOS Checksum Bad Error, you should have solved the problem.

Your BIOS may have been updated

If your BIOS have been updated recently, your CMOS settings may have reset. Make sure that the values entered in the BIOS are correct or simply reset them to the default settings. If you believe that a virus has updated your BIOS settings, run a virus scan and make sure that the BIOS settings are back to the default.

The Computer may not have been shut down properly

Sometimes when running MS Windows, if you shut down your computer without first properly shutting down your operating system, it will corrupt the CMOS settings causing the CMOS Checksum Bad Error. You can easily avoid this error by making sure that you completely shut down your computer properly before turning off the main power. Usually this entails going into the Start Menu, clicking on Turn Off Computer/ Shut Down. If improper shutdown was the cause of the error, you may have solved the issue.



akuma_ryu21 rate it pls!!
0helpful
1answer

I have a gateway desktop that is beeping before post. It beeps and will not post.

It depends on the motherboard model, but here is an example of the error codes for a gateway:
Beeps Error Message Description 1 Refresh Failure The memory refresh circuitry on the motherboard is faulty. 2 ECC Error Error Checking and Correction (ECC) is supported on this product. 3 Base 64 KB Memory Failure Memory Failure in the first 64 kilobytes (KB). 4 Timer Not Operational Memory Failure in the first 64 KB, or Timer 1 on the motherboard is not functioning. 5 Processor Error Ther processor on the motherboard generated an error. 6 8042 - Gate A20 Failure The keyboard controller, 8042, may be bad. The basic input/output system (BIOS) cannot switch to protected mode. 7 Processor Exception Interrupt Error The processor generated an exception interrupt. 8 Display Memory Read/Write Error The computer video adapter is either missing or its memory is faulty. This is not a fatal error. 9 ROM Checksum Error Read-only memory (ROM) checksum value does not match the value encoded in BIOS. 10 CMOS Shutdown Register Rd/Wrt Error The shutdown register for complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) random access memory (RAM) failed.
0helpful
2answers

Came home computer was on black screen and now it won't reboot. When I try to reboot, I get a "cmos checksum error ". Keyboard also isn't working. What could be the problem?

The CMOS checksum error occurs when the CMOS battery is worn out and the CMOS data gets corrupted. Replace the CMOS battery, this battery most likely a CR2032 lithium coin size button battery - check to make sure before you purchase.
After replacing with a new battery, then go to the BIOS configuration and set the Time & Date etc.
1helpful
1answer

Booting problem

There are usually three main reasons that a CMOS Checksum Bad Error has occurred. They include:
  • CMOS Battery may not be functioning properly. The battery life may have expired.
  • Your BIOS may have been updated (either by user or possibly a virus)
  • The computer may not have been shut down properly e.g. shutting off the computer's main power without first shutting down the computer (MS Windows requires you to shut down your computer before shutting off the power).
Solutions to CMOS Checksum Bad Error The CMOS Checksum Bad Error can be fixed easily by following the listed steps carefully.
CMOS Battery may not be functioning properly
If you suspect that your CMOS battery is not functioning properly, you can easily change it. Before changing your battery, reboot your computer to make sure that the error still exists. If it does, go into your CMOS and write down all of the settings. If all the settings are lost, you can usually retrieve them from your computer manufacturer. Now locate the battery and remove it, you might need to consult your computer’s manual or technical support to remove your battery (the battery a flat, shiny silver colored and coin-shaped). Take down the CMOS battery’s information such as volt, size, etc. Once you have your new battery, you can replace it and reenter your CMOS settings. If your battery was the cause of the CMOS Checksum Bad Error, you should have solved the problem.

Your BIOS may have been updated
If your BIOS have been updated recently, your CMOS settings may have reset. Make sure that the values entered in the BIOS are correct or simply reset them to the default settings. If you believe that a virus has updated your BIOS settings, run a virus scan and make sure that the BIOS settings are back to the default.
The Computer may not have been shut down properly
Sometimes when running MS Windows, if you shut down your computer without first properly shutting down your operating system, it will corrupt the CMOS settings causing the CMOS Checksum Bad Error. You can easily avoid this error by making sure that you completely shut down your computer properly before turning off the main power. Usually this entails going into the Start Menu, clicking on Turn Off Computer/ Shut Down. If improper shutdown was the cause of the error, you may have solved the issue
1helpful
2answers

Intel 102ggc:The Firmware has detected that Cmos Checksum Error

Hi there.
Basically you first bios update was bad, if you can get into the operating system re-flash the bios again, that will sort it out.

Good luck and thanks for choosing FixYa!!
0helpful
1answer

Clarification about my foxconn bios checksum error

try to change cmos battery...
or
flash BIOS
download bios from bellow link
and pls refer the manual.
http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/downloads.aspx?ProductModel=661FX4MR-ES&TypeID=en-us0000004
thnaks
if ur problem solve so pls rate me..
bye
1helpful
2answers

Continuous beeping sound

Do you get video? If so then it could be a stuck key on the keyboard.

Do you get no video? If so then reseat the RAM.
0helpful
1answer

Cmos checksum error - defaults loaded

Ports are usually labelled - look carefully.
Try manufacturers manual.
Could be that keyboard is the larger 5 pin DIN socket (old IBM AT keyboard).
Not finding what you are looking for?

697 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Computers & Internet Experts

Grand Canyon Tech
Grand Canyon Tech

Level 3 Expert

3867 Answers

Brad Brown

Level 3 Expert

19187 Answers

Cindy Wells

Level 3 Expert

6688 Answers

Are you a Computer and Internet Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...