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When I boot my 365XD I sometimes (but not always) get the following error message:

Error 302

It appears to come from the BIOS. When I hit a key the machine continues to boot normally.

Any idea what this is? Should I be concerned?

I’ve thought it may be the CMOS battery. What happens if it goes? And do I lose the BIOS or the BIOS settings if I replace it?

THANKS for the HELP!

According to your User Guide, this error refers to a keyboard error.

THANKS SO MUCH!!!

And there are always a number of brand new keyboards listed on fleabay. The last one I bought I think was under $10US.

NOYK

BobbyMurcerFan2 wrote:... I’ve thought it may be the CMOS battery. What happens if it goes? And do I lose the BIOS or the BIOS settings if I replace it?

When the CMOS battery in my 365X started to die, my clock ran slow. And when I replaced it, I didn't lose the BIOS nor any BIOS settings.

Thanks A LOT. That gives me more peace of mind.