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When I send WoL packets over my network the specified boxes tend to wake up the first time I send the packet each day, but if I turn the box off then subsequent WoL packets tend to be unsuccessful.
Is Wake on LAN designed to have a "cool-off" period or something? Or is there another reason for this?
Thanks, Rick
Richard
Posted 2010-03-01T09:55:57.517
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As far as I know, WOL does need a network/router that supports it (as the magic packet needs to be sent to the right subnet in which the MAC address can be found). But since the first packet works, I guess the router is not the culprit. Still, maybe others can provide better help when knowing what router is used? – Arjan – 2010-03-01T10:15:51.963
Some more info or clarification would help. What is the box you are turning off? What is the network topology you have? – Sim – 2010-03-01T12:14:03.427