Does NetBSD use the hardware clock differently?

From: Allison J Parent <allisonp_at_world.std.com>
Date: Sun Feb 15 17:06:35 1998

<Hmm... are VS3100m30's rechargable or what? Mine always seem to forget
<the time after about 20 minutes off... Its 3 AA batteries in a bundle..

It three AAA or three AA (model dependent) NICADS, a source for those are
replacement battereis used for some cordless phones. Do not substitute
lithium cells or alkline cells as they will fail due to the charging
circuit.

They are charged with the system is running (12hours minimum). If they
have been discharged for sometime then they will be dead. I take them
out and charge them standalone. If they don't charge well new ones are
substituted. FYI: they only keep the TOY(time of year) clock powered
for 2 weeks to 1 month before going flat. The reason for that is not
the TOY chip but nicads have lousy long term shelf life.

Allison
Received on Sun Feb 15 1998 - 17:06:35 GMT