I noticed in my motherboard manual it states, "This product contains an irreplaceable battery." I'm curious, what happens if that battery eventually dies? Is it really non-removable, or is there a workaround?
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I haven't seen a non-removable battery since the 90s! Nowadays, most boards use replaceable round batteries like the CR2032. Technology has come a long way since needing to swap out chips for BIOS updates instead of flashing them.
From what I know, most modern motherboards feature removable CMOS batteries. It’s likely that the manual could be referring to a different battery that you can't easily replace, possibly one tucked under a heatsink or a cover.
I doubt there's a truly non-removable battery out there. Usually, if they say that, it's just a way to discourage DIY repairs, especially to push you towards their warranty options.
Honestly, by the time that battery dies, you're probably ready to upgrade your motherboard anyway!
That’s true! Many users jump straight to replacing the CMOS battery when troubleshooting, while there are often easier reset options like jumpers or buttons that are overlooked.