F20 + Old but unused hardware continually core dumps

[Joe Zeff]

On 08/31/2014 11:13 PM, Tim wrote:
> I've come across computers that foul up when powered up with a dead CMOS
> battery.  I get the impression that some BIOSs have parts of themselves
> powered only by the battery, and don't get anything from the main power
> supply.

Well, of course.  What do you think powers the CMOS when the computer's 
off?  However, the clock will start to run slow long enough before the 
battery dies as a warning.