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vip3r87 · 05-09-2008, 02:39 PM

okay, so what i am going to be doing now is this:

run an inverter(or dsatx 220w) power supply, and mount a momentary switch to my dash, connected to the motherboard power/restard pins (stealing from old computer case). what would be the best way to do this? I assume relays will still be involved? Basically, what i want, is even if the car is parked, ie. not on, is to be able to push the momentary switch to turn on the system.

Also, if possible, I want the system to be powered (not shut-down) when the switch is pressed (car off), and when i crank the engine for the power to stay on, and not reboot the PC.

I will be using either of the 2 mentioned powersupplies. What would be the best way to do this? All the while being able to turn off the dsatx or inverter when I leave the car so no power is going to it at all

I am sorry for the confusing wordings...I am having trouble saying what I really want to be able to do.

05-09-2008, 02:39 PM	#4
vip3r87 Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 12 My Photos: ()	okay, so what i am going to be doing now is this: run an inverter(or dsatx 220w) power supply, and mount a momentary switch to my dash, connected to the motherboard power/restard pins (stealing from old computer case). what would be the best way to do this? I assume relays will still be involved? Basically, what i want, is even if the car is parked, ie. not on, is to be able to push the momentary switch to turn on the system. Also, if possible, I want the system to be powered (not shut-down) when the switch is pressed (car off), and when i crank the engine for the power to stay on, and not reboot the PC. I will be using either of the 2 mentioned powersupplies. What would be the best way to do this? All the while being able to turn off the dsatx or inverter when I leave the car so no power is going to it at all I am sorry for the confusing wordings...I am having trouble saying what I really want to be able to do.