Cheapest way to remotely control 120v outlet via ethernet?

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What is the cheapest solution to be able to remotely power cycle a regular 120V outlet via ethernet? I've seen solutions like iBoot, but they're really expensive. Is there a cheap way to remotely power cycle equipment?

Define a threshold for "Cheap". – Wesley Apr 03 '10 at 18:10 — Wesley, Apr 03 '10 at 18:10
Under $100, preferably under $50. – Robot Apr 03 '10 at 19:20 — Robot, Apr 03 '10 at 19:20

score 3 · Answer 1 · answered Apr 03 '10 at 16:51

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Probably a X10 module strapped to a ShivaPlug or other small embedded system.

answered Apr 03 '10 at 16:51

Ignacio Vazquez-Abrams

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score 2 · Answer 2 · answered Apr 10 '10 at 03:02

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I bought "IP Power 9258T" for $75, but I have not tested it yet. Physically the device is somewhat larger than other similar devices that I have seen, but seems well built.

answered Apr 10 '10 at 03:02

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score 1 · Answer 3 · answered Apr 03 '10 at 17:44

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Here are some possibilities:

answered Apr 03 '10 at 17:44

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score 1 · Accepted Answer · answered Apr 03 '10 at 18:05

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Ambery's "Remote Power Switch" is less expensive than the iBoot. It's still over $100 though.

answered Apr 03 '10 at 18:05

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score 1 · Answer 5 · answered Jan 12 '11 at 20:14

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Here's a review of a device that looks promising: http://www.hackerfactor.com/blog/index.php?/archives/163-Ethernet-Power-Switch.html

answered Jan 12 '11 at 20:14

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Vadzim · Answer 6 · 2015-09-27T18:03:06.447

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http://www.ebay.com/bhp/ip-power-control

http://www.ebay.com/bhp/remote-reboot

There is "Remote network IP LAN power plug switch -web/hangout control w auto-reboot/timer" currently priced at $65 and refurbished iBoot at $50.

edited Sep 27 '15 at 18:03

answered Sep 27 '15 at 17:56

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Cheapest way to remotely control 120v outlet via ethernet?

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