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MPTech:

I'd like to relocate the PC power button from the PC Case and add a button to the back of the Cab.
Can I use a CP button, or is there a special mechanism / switch for this?  (I believe it's a momentary switch, but don't know what that really means. (doesn't flip on/off like a light switch??))

Rick:

On most motherboards, you can set the BIOS to be "always on" when power is returned to the system.  I will be going this route, and just powering on the entire cabinet from a switched power block.

Franco B:

You want a momentary SPST (Single Pole, Single Throw) switch.

Momentary means that the switch will disengauge when you release it. A light switch is not momentary as it latches in posistion and stays on until you switch it off.

DeLuSioNal29:

A momentary switch is one that connects for a second (completes the circuit momentarily and does not stay in the locked position).  A typical arcade button (microswitch) is a good example.

On my rig, I have a happ button on the top of my cabinet which is connected with extension wires to the power buttons pins on my motherboard.  Simple setup and it works.

I also have one of these on my other cabinet:

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062496

But I think it's easier to make a hole for a CP button since you probably have that drill bit available.  It's your call though.

Good luck!

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BobA:

A CP button will work just fine.

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