[mythtv-users] Disk Power Control

[Allan Stirling]

Ian Bonham wrote:
> reducing my power usage. I have seen a €20 multigang socket which 
> supports power filtering, and strike protection for phone/antenna. 
> However the feature I really like is the mains sockets can be USB 
> controlled. 1 socket stays live 24/7, and the other 7 can be switched 
> on/off via USB.

As far as I know, all those units do is look for USB power. 
There is no communication protocol. They won't even work 
(will never switch off) with PCs that retain USB power 
during standby.

Cheers,

Allan.