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07-08-2025 07:57 AM
Hi @Nave1,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
The CMOS 502 error on your HP PC indicates a CMOS battery failure. This battery powers the BIOS firmware in your system, maintaining system time and hardware settings when the computer is powered off.
CMOS 502: The system has detected that the CMOS battery is either drained, missing, or not functioning properly.
Steps you can try:
1. Reset BIOS Settings
After replacing the battery:
- Power on the PC and press Esc or F10 to enter BIOS.
- Load default settings and save changes.
- Restart the system.
2. Update BIOS (Optional but Recommended)
- Visit the HP Software and Driver Downloads.
- Enter your product model and download the latest BIOS update.
- Follow the on-screen instructions carefully.
3. Replace the CMOS Battery
- Most HP laptops and desktops use a CR2032 coin-cell battery.
- You can replace it with:
- Powering off the PC and unplugging it.
- Opening the back panel (for laptops) or the side panel (for desktops).
- Locating the CMOS battery on the motherboard.
- Removing and replacing it with a new CR2032 battery.
⚠️ If your device is under warranty, you have to contact HP Support before opening the device.
I hope this helps.
Take care, and have an amazing day!
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