The CLEAR_FAULTS command is used to clear any fault bits that have been set. This command clears all bits in all status registers in the selected page simultaneously. At the same time, the device negates (clears, releases) its SMBALERT signal output if the device is asserting the SMBALERT signal. The CLEAR_FAULTS command does not cause a unit that has latched off for a fault condition to restart. If the fault is still present when the bit is cleared, the fault bit is immediately reset and the host notified by the usual means.