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WarDriver · 04-27-2006, 09:37 PM

I know you are asking for some type of servo device...but I think there are easier ways...

I set up a laptop by soldering small wires to the switch and then running them to an audio jack that I added to the case. Then I wired a push button to the male end of the jack. By doing it this way...it makes it so I can use the laptop outside of the car...which was the whole intent of a laptop in the first place.

Depending on what laptop you have, you may be able to purchase just the switch unit iself. I know many Dells use seperate boards for their power on switches.

I'll have a write up comming on my cheap build. Here are some pics of the laptop mod.

EDIT: Oh, and the main switch still works as does the button when it is plugged in. (Yes, it will get changed to something better once installed)

04-27-2006, 09:37 PM	#7
WarDriver Constant Bitrate Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central VA Vehicle: 4Runner Posts: 160 My Photos: ()	I know you are asking for some type of servo device...but I think there are easier ways... I set up a laptop by soldering small wires to the switch and then running them to an audio jack that I added to the case. Then I wired a push button to the male end of the jack. By doing it this way...it makes it so I can use the laptop outside of the car...which was the whole intent of a laptop in the first place. Depending on what laptop you have, you may be able to purchase just the switch unit iself. I know many Dells use seperate boards for their power on switches. I'll have a write up comming on my cheap build. Here are some pics of the laptop mod. EDIT: Oh, and the main switch still works as does the button when it is plugged in. (Yes, it will get changed to something better once installed) Attached Images __________________ -WarDriver- Real Men Pay With CA$H My DC to AC Inverter Mod My Laptop Remote Switch Last edited by WarDriver; 04-27-2006 at 10:05 PM.