Windows clock showing wrong time or date
A wrong system clock is usually because automatic time sync is turned off, your CMOS battery is dying, or your timezone is set incorrectly. Turning on automatic time sync fixes it instantly in most cases.
Windows gets the current time from either the internet (via internet time servers) or from a battery inside your computer (CMOS battery). When the clock is wrong, it means one of these sources has a problem. We'll turn on automatic sync first, then check your timezone if needed.
- ✓Make sure your computer is connected to the internet for automatic time sync to work
- ✓You'll need to be logged in with an admin account to change time settings
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Forgetting to turn ON automatic time sync after looking at settings — always make sure the toggle is blue.
- Not realizing timezone is different from time — changing timezone alone won't fix an incorrect time.
Signs you need professional help
- If your system clock keeps showing the wrong time even with automatic sync on and internet connection working, your CMOS battery (the small battery inside your computer that keeps the clock running) may be dying. Get in touch and we can replace it.
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