Thanks to all who have responded with comments and suggestions thus far.  I
have tried resetting the CMOS, to no avail.  I am going to see if I can
track down a new BIOS chip for this board and replace it.  If not, I guess
it will be new mobo time.

George



> have you tried resetting the Cmos via the jumper on the motherboard?
> Often it is located in the area of the cmos coin type battery.
> Check your docs for exact location.
> <>< Larry Fisk

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