RemoteBoot is a hardware remote management console which allows you to monitor the current power state and activity of a desktop computer and to physically turn the computer on or off via a web interface from anywhere.

RemoteBoot is a separate hardware device connected to your computer which contains a Wi-Fi chipset and a processor. It runs a web server which allows configuration of the device as well as the control and monitoring of your computer via the RemoteBoot Cloud account on your device or the web interface.

Technical Specifications : 

• Chipset: Espressif ESP8266 12-E
• Two digital switching outputs (for power and reset buttons)
• Two digital protected inputs (for power and activity LEDs)
• 3 extra general purpose inputs/outputs broken out

Compared to Wake On LAN

Wake on LAN (WOL) is another technology which enables a computer to wake up from shutdown, however, RemoteBoot has many practical advantages over WOL.

• RemoteBoot does not require router support: WOL requires router support of WOL forwarding for access via the internet. Unfortunately, this feature is lacking in most consumer routers and only ubiquitous in enterprise routers.
• RemoteBoot supports all desktop computers: WOL requires motherboard support, which can vary depending on manufacturer and isn’t available on all boards.
• RemoteBoot connects via Wi-Fi: WOL requires Ethernet, which many desktop computers do not use.
• RemoteBoot is a completely separate device which cannot be affected by the computer: WOL is often unreliable in the event that the power is cycled, remote access software fails, the computer crashes or encounters a hard shutdown.
• Remoteboot can be accessed using just a web browser on desktops, laptops, tablets or mobile phones: WOL requires specialised software to send requests.

Watchdog Timer

RemoteBoot will include a software feature which is off by default, where if the activity LED has not been on for a user configurable amount of time, RemoteBoot will reset the computer. This feature is designed to make a locked up computer automatically reboot and never be stuck in a locked up state.