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My initial solution was to test the connector, identify the on/off signal, and configure a switch that sends the exact signal. I'm hoping there is an easier solution. Any comments would be appreciated. You'll find that for most laptops the power button is just a normal switch, rather than something ...

Ben Cebhrem wrote:Do you want a keyboard or no?

Does the laptop BIOS have an option to boot and ignore any keyboard error?

I'm planning on using an external keyboard (USB).

Hi guys,

I'm doing some research on my next project, which involves taking apart a laptop and moving the systemboard into a small enclosure (no room for keyboard). I have most of the it planned out, everything except routing the power signal to an external switch. Do you guys have any ideas?

My ...