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This paper presents Airboot, a novel, cost-effective, and scalable Wi-Fi-Based system for remote power management of desktop computers. Airboot overcomes the limitations of traditional wired solutions like Wake-on-LAN (WoL) by providing wireless control over essential power functions (on, off, reset) and offering real-time system status monitoring. The prototype utilizes a NodeMCU ESP8266 micro-controller, interfacing with the motherboard’s PCIe x1 port and front panel header (JFP1), and a user-friendly mobile application developed with the Blynk IoT platform. Rigorous testing validates Airboot’s functionality, compatibility, and reliability. The system’s performance demonstrates its potential for significant energy savings in various environments, from homes to enterprises. Future work will focus on enhancing security, expanding hardware compatibility, and enabling advanced power management features like graceful shutdowns.

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Remote Power-On: An IoT Approach to PC Management

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Joustin De la Hoz,
  • Jesús D. Silva,
  • Mauricio Barrios,
  • Dixon Salcedo

摘要

This paper presents Airboot, a novel, cost-effective, and scalable Wi-Fi-Based system for remote power management of desktop computers. Airboot overcomes the limitations of traditional wired solutions like Wake-on-LAN (WoL) by providing wireless control over essential power functions (on, off, reset) and offering real-time system status monitoring. The prototype utilizes a NodeMCU ESP8266 micro-controller, interfacing with the motherboard’s PCIe x1 port and front panel header (JFP1), and a user-friendly mobile application developed with the Blynk IoT platform. Rigorous testing validates Airboot’s functionality, compatibility, and reliability. The system’s performance demonstrates its potential for significant energy savings in various environments, from homes to enterprises. Future work will focus on enhancing security, expanding hardware compatibility, and enabling advanced power management features like graceful shutdowns.