JayAlien wrote on 2024-11-23, 20:44:

jakethompson1 wrote on 2024-11-22, 22:19:

JayAlien wrote on 2024-11-22, 21:31:

Thanks all. So if I'm understanding correctly, I should be able to pull the RTC (I'm assuming this is a socket rather than solde […]
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Thanks all. So if I'm understanding correctly, I should be able to pull the RTC (I'm assuming this is a socket rather than soldered to the board) and find one of these non-battery powered chips:

and I'll be back to running?

For perspective, Digi-Key has new, genuine DS12C887+ (battery inside) for $16.73 plus shipping. They're in Minn. and you're in Wis...

Thanks, is this the correct one?

https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/an … DS12C887/956875

Should be!
That version does not support a CMOS clear feature so it will always work. The "A" version has it, but sometimes boards that don't contemplate a CMOS clear jumper short that pin all the time.

Thank you all. I replaced the 92 era chip with a new one from DigiKey and I'm partying like it's 1990 again 😀

Quick question - do I even need the barrel battery, or should I remove it?