Is there a program that will automatically set my clock (via internet)?

Question

My computer keeps setting it to random time/dates. It's an E Machine.

Answer 1

if you have problem with a time/date generally problem is with a small battery on the motherboard that is in charge of keeping yr time/date accurate while yr computer is off - it is small, round battery - same as one used in wrist watches and calculators located on the motherboard - real easy job to change it - job for dummies - open the case of yr computer - generally on the back - look at motherboard and you'll see it - check the type of the battery (number and maybe letters), write it down on the piece of paper, go to Radio Shack - it is real cheap - a few bucks - come home and change it - unplug yr computer, touch computer case to discharge static electricity and change it - put cover back, plug computer in electric socket and you'll be set for the next 3-5 years
in addition to this go to http://www.download.com and download Atomic Clock Synch - small program compatible with ALL versions of windows (i had it in windows Me, XP and now in Vista - works great any time and anywhere) - left click on File - first item on top on the left side - in menu that will open left click on 2 items - start with windows and synchronize daily - done - now left click Ping Now button and Atomic Clock Synch will synchronize yr computer time with atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado run by National Institute of Standards and Time and it will do automatically that every day - it will keep yr computer clock synchronized with the atomic clock daily so yr computer clock will be within 5-25 seconds off atomic clock - that is same difference as wrist watches
Atomic Clock Synch is FREE DOWNLOAD
you'll never again worry abt yr time/date even when yr battery gets weak

Answer 2

If you have Windows XP or Vista, go to Control Panel, open Date and Time, Internet Time tab, and set up automatic synchronization.

Synchronization isn't the whole solution on a computer that's switching to random date/time. If it does that between synchronizations you'll still have a random date/time, so you need to deal with the problem. Do you get a warning about a battery when you turn it on? Desktop (non-laptop) computers have a small battery that runs the clock when the power is off. Have you scanned for viruses? I've never heard of a virus that changes the clock, but it could certainly be done.

Answer 3

I believe that your computer should already have the 'program' already installed. Pretty much by what I am saying is, the Operating System (OS) that you have on your PC, is already fixed for whatever time zone you are in. All you have to do is go to your toolbar at the bottom of you desktop, and click on the time. Left click and it should give you a few options, one of them says to "adjust the date/time". All you have to do is to make sure that while you are adjusting your time, there should be a box that says "Automatically adjust clock for daylight savings time." It is under a tab called "Time Zone". Trying to do it from your internet connection is the wrong way to go. There is also another tab called "Internet Time", and it should be a text box that is already filled. For my computer, Its a box that is checked "Automatically sychronize with an Internet Time Server." In the text box, there is a website called "time.windows.com". The computer does the updating on its own. You do not need to worry. I am a computer tech, and I do this for a living.

Answer 4

Emachines have a batter on the motherboard similiar to a watch, weight scale, etc. It's a thin disk that does like all other batteries wear away. Most likey you shutdown your machine and the CMOS can not sync with your operating system causing the odd times and dates. Open you tower and take a look. Also, you may consider a better surge protector. Ciao!

Answer 5

Mr. Fantastic's Super Terrific Time Setting Thingy!

Answer 6

difficulty is probable the on board battery. suitable to the size and shape of a 10p piece. in case you have have been given the understand how & anti static equipment you ought to do it your self. otherwise, take it right into a laptop restoration save and get them to do it and supply your laptop an MOT and sparkling-up. could fee greater desirable than £40 for the keep to do it. Battery expenses around £2.00, yet pay attention - motherboard £60 upwards in case you blow it your self. good success

Answer 7

double click the time in the right. a window will pop up. click the third tab called "Internet Time". then hit synchronize.

Answer 8

Your MB battery is running out of power.
Put a fresh one in.

Answer 9

Your computer should have changed it an hour back on sunday.