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I know for a computer I can change the BIOS settings to have it 'auto on'. This way the computer turns on by itself after power is restored ( instead of manually having to start the computer after power loss).
Is there a similar BIOS setting or a program which I Can use to auto restart a latop?
Thanks
I am asking this as a general question as we are planning to buy some cheap dell laptops. So I did not include the make and model.
2Perhaps you'd like to edit your question to include the make and model of your laptop. – Chris – 2010-08-17T20:26:51.933
+1 Chris. (As far as I am aware the VAST majority of laptops don't have this, however; it seems like a good way to damage a drained battery...voltage potentials can vary with temperature so you could throttle it on and off a lot. Also potential for situations like "the machine cut off because the battery jolted slightly loose...user puts it in a bag, the battery makes contact, laptop fires up inside the bag and starts a fire". Just an all-around bad idea.) – Shinrai – 2010-08-17T20:55:19.793
@ Shinrai: obviously you do not have remote field requirements like me Shinrai. Besides battery is least of concern and can be taken out. – AP01 – 2010-08-19T18:04:22.293