[mythtv-users] serial / usb controlled power outlets

[David Brodbeck]

Jason wrote:
> I eventually decided on a BH500NET from APC.  It's got 3 switchable ports as 
> well as battery backup.  I will say that web interface for the BH500NET is 
> just about the worst implementation of a web interface I've ever seen, but I 
> was able to develop some scripts that use curl to automate switching of 
> outlets.

Heh.  I'm not surprised.  I have some APC environmental monitoring units
at work, and they have awful web interfaces, too.  Fortunately they can
also be controlled via telnet or SSH, and that interface is much better.