'check sum error'

[Jameshea]

I built my 1st pc about 2 months ago and it worked fine. But recently there has been a 'checksum error' message that comes up before the windows screen loads, but i just ignored it. However, soon after i was having problems with logging on (it wouldn't). I could only log oin in about 1 in 5 attempts. The gap got bigger and now i cant, not even into safe mode. Has anyone else had this problem? If so help would be apreciated.

amd 64 3500+
asus a8n sli
corsair pro dual 512mb ram
400W PSU
SATA 200gb maxtor diamondmax
Windows XP
All bought form new

[macko72]

http://support.microsoft.com/default...&Product=winxp

This is different one:


CMOS checksum error.

Cause:

This issue is caused when the CMOS values are incorrect. This issue can occur because of any of the below possibilities.

1. Bad or old CMOS battery.
2. BIOS update.
3. Disconnecting power from computer without shutting down computer

Solution:

Bad or old CMOS battery

Attempt to reboot the computer. If error still occurs after rebooting the computer enter CMOS setup and check all values, this includes verifying the time and date are correct. Once everything has been verified and/or changed make sure you save and exit CMOS setup.

If you have a Phoenix BIOS and have an option for 'Reset Configuration Data', set this value to 'Yes' and save and exit the CMOS.

Note: If this issue continues to occur after you turn off your computer off it is possible that the CMOS battery may be failing or already bad. Before considering replacing the CMOS battery try leaving your computer on for several days.

http://www.virtualdub.org/blog/pivot/entry.php?id=24