{"id":254,"date":"2024-10-16T10:00:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T10:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/?p=254"},"modified":"2024-10-16T10:00:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T10:00:50","slug":"smart-plug-vs-power-on-card-which-remote-pc-startup-solution-is-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/16\/smart-plug-vs-power-on-card-which-remote-pc-startup-solution-is-right-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Plug vs. Power-On Card: Which Remote PC Startup Solution is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/\">Smart Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/index.php\/category\/smarthome\/\">Smart Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Smart Plug vs. Power-On Card: Which Remote PC Startup Solution is Right for You?<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the last video, some viewers were curious about how I use Xiao Ai to remotely power on my PC. Well, today we\u2019re going to get into the details. There are actually two ways to do it: using a smart plug or a PCIe power-on card, each with its own pros and cons. Pick whichever works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Two Methods, You Choose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The smart plug method is super straightforward\u2014it\u2019s all about powering up the PC via the smart plug. The power-on card method, on the other hand, involves using a PCIe-compatible power-on card that integrates with Mi Home, allowing remote control. Sounds a bit technical? Don\u2019t worry, I\u2019ll break it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smart Plug Method\u2014Simple and Easy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the smart plug method. Basically, you use a smart plug to automatically turn on the PC when power is supplied. You\u2019ll need a Mi smart plug\u2014any version works\u2014but if it\u2019s the Zigbee version , you\u2019ll also need a gateway. No gateway? No worries, just pick another version of the plug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"334\" height=\"328\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-10.png 334w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-10-300x295.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 334px) 100vw, 334px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps to follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unplug your PC\u2019s power cable and plug it into the smart plug.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pair the smart plug, then plug the cable back into your PC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you power on, the motherboard logo will appear on the screen (usually with BIOS prompts). Follow the prompt to enter BIOS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once in BIOS, change the language to English (or Chinese if that\u2019s easier). Some older or generic motherboards may not have a language setting, but feel free to comment, and I\u2019ll help if I can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to \u201cAdvanced Settings\u201d -> \u201cAdvanced Power Management,\u201d and set \u201cRestore Power After AC Loss\u201d to \u201cPower On.\u201d Save, exit, and restart.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"436\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-9-1024x436.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-257\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-9-1024x436.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-9-300x128.png 300w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-9-768x327.png 768w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-9.png 1380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After all that\u2019s set, just use Xiao Ai to turn on the plug, and your PC will power on automatically! Even when you\u2019re away from home, you can use remote control software to operate your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and Cons of the Smart Plug Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Convenient and easy; no need to mess with the PC\u2019s internals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can\u2019t use the smart plug to shut down the PC\u2014it could lead to data loss. So don\u2019t think about scheduling a timed shutdown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to remember to turn off the plug. If you don\u2019t, next time you want to turn on the PC, you\u2019ll have to turn off the plug for 5-10 seconds before powering back on. Also, if your power goes out and comes back while you\u2019re not home, the plug will restore the previous power state, meaning your PC could power on, and you wouldn\u2019t even know. Hello, scary power bill!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When the plug is off, the PC\u2019s power button won\u2019t work. You\u2019ll need to turn the plug on first. Either your physical power button becomes useless, or the smart plug does.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Power-On Card Method\u2014For the Tinkerers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let\u2019s talk about the power-on card method. This involves using a PCIe power-on card compatible with Mi Home to control your PC remotely. One of the well-known brands for this is \u201cjiuhao.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"615\" height=\"548\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-11.png 615w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-11-300x267.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to Install<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"989\" height=\"554\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-265\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-17.png 989w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-17-300x168.png 300w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-17-768x430.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 989px) 100vw, 989px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Turn off the power and open up your PC<\/strong>: Always make sure your PC is powered down and unplugged before opening the case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insert the PCIe card<\/strong>: Slot the power-on card into an available PCIe port on your motherboard, typically near your GPU or other expansion cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connect the Motherboard Jumper<\/strong>: Locate the Power SW and Reset SW jumpers on your motherboard.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"739\" height=\"493\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-262\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-14.png 739w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-14-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 739px) 100vw, 739px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connect the power-on card\u2019s jumpers to the Power SW or Reset SW ports on the motherboard, allowing the card to take control of the power functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Secure the Card<\/strong>: Once everything is connected, secure the card inside the case to prevent it from shifting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pair with Mi Home App<\/strong>: After installation, pair the card with the Mi Home app and configure your remote control settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"361\" height=\"631\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-16.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-264\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-16.png 361w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-16-172x300.png 172w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 361px) 100vw, 361px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Solves all the drawbacks of the smart plug method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allows proper shutdown, preventing data loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No need to manually turn off the plug, making it more convenient.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doesn\u2019t interfere with the physical power button\u2014you can even disable it via software to stop curious kids from messing around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your PC freezes or blue screens, you can still force shutdown via the Mi Home app. Scheduled power on\/off is also super handy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The installation is a bit more challenging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to open up your PC and use a PCIe slot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connecting the jumpers can be tricky, so if you\u2019re not comfortable working inside a PC, ask a friend who is.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since this card is a third-party product that works with Mi Home, you might find that some features are limited within the Mi Home app, and you\u2019ll need a third-party app for more advanced functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The smart plug method is easy and straightforward, perfect if you don\u2019t want to open up your PC. On the other hand, the power-on card solution is great for those who like to tinker and want a more integrated setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> If you enjoyed this content, remember to like, save, share, and subscribe. See you in the next one!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the last video, some viewers were curious about how I use Xiao Ai to remotely power on my PC. Well, today we\u2019re going to get into the details. There are actually two ways to do it: using a smart plug or a PCIe power-on card, each with its own pros and cons. 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