SSD starts function similarly to HDD
SSD starts function similarly to HDD
I experienced issues with my Samsung 860 EVO 250GB drive, which now boots very slowly like an old HDD. The clock time always appears as the last time I powered off the system, and after a cold start, the RAM drops to 2133 MHz. This behavior seems linked to the CMOS circuit rather than other factors. PS: I haven’t changed the BIOS or installed any major updates, and it used to boot quickly after power-on.
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It closely matches the CMOS issue on the motherboard, particularly if this hasn't occurred before. Updating the BIOS is usually advised because it provides fixes for security and often enhances booting speed and reliability. Consider reviewing community discussions about the update notes—whether it's preferable to apply the latest patch or several previous versions.
The motherboard appears to be from the Gigabyte brand (CMIIW). No major complaints were found on Reddit regarding the recent BIOS update. According to the patch notes, you should first install and update the EC FW Update Tool and AMD chipset drivers, then proceed with several BIOS versions before moving to the latest release. The patch notes suggest updating from F5 to F30, F31, F40, F41, and finally to F51L. CMOS plays a role in managing RAM cache information, so if the battery is nearly depleted, it might cause the system to repeatedly initialize RAM during startup, resulting in slower boot times. It’s worth checking the voltage with a multimeter, as normal CMOS batteries typically sit around 3V. I usually test them with a voltmeter and found no issues, though replacing it isn’t particularly costly.
Yes, the AB350 gaming model uses a gigabyte ABL2 chipset. Still, after rebooting, the system feels slow to start up, even though the date and time remain saved. I plan to update the CMOS soon.
Essentially, when the battery is nearly depleted, there’s no energy left to run the clock or any calculations on the motherboard while the computer is powered down.