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PC Power button?
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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