Reddit reviews uxcell a13112600ux0340 Computer Case Power Supply Reset HDD Button Switch

sysadmin here I stick screwdrivers into running motherboards all the time. Nothing shocking here, just don't stab the motherboard in random places like an idiot. Also the side of my case has been off for a month, but I don't have cats..

you can relocate your power button with this.

https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22/

Your options:

• Fix it (maybe not possible)
  
• Replace the case
  
• External Power Button

I recommend this power button. It costs about $8 and it let's you mount it to the bottom of your desk. Currently own 2 with no issues.

Do yourself a favor and get one of these for each of your rigs. Much easier and convenient than jumping pins.

If any of you want to do this for your own computer, it's pretty simple depending on the resources you have available.

Here's what you'll need (disclaimer, I hardly know electronics. If you notice something wrong correct me, please):

• Some wire (I think it's 22 gauge? I'm not quite sure) and (optionally) heat shrink
  
• Access to a soldering iron, wire cutters, wire strippers, and solder. Optionally, a heat gun, if using heat shrink.
  
• At least 8 Female dupont connectors
  
• At least 4 housings for the dupont connectors
  
• Two switches of your choice
  
• The 3D-printed (or laser cut -- make sure your material is around 1.5mm thick!) switch holder. If you want the STL, just ask, but it's just a 1.5 mm thick plate with 14mmx14mm square holes cut out for the switches and 3mm circular holes for screws. The gap between switches is 5mm.
  
• Two 2x3x4mm rectangular LEDs (other kinds work; use what you'd use in a regular switch)
  
• Two resistors if necessary. Check the voltage your motherboard supplies to the LEDs and adjust as needed. I contacted my motherboard's manufacturer (MSI) with my motherboard ID and they responded within a day with the voltage.
  
• Two keycaps
  
  Instead of getting the wires and dupont connectors, you could also just buy a power button, cut off the wires, and solder them to the switches. This will probably be more cost effective. I recommend this power button, as it has a reset switch and both LEDs (and thus, wires for all of them).
  
  Once you have the materials, it's just a matter of soldering the wires to the pins, really. The orientation of the wires doesn't matter for the switches (i.e. you can attach them to the power button pins on your motherboard in any order), but make sure you get the right order for the LEDs (positive is the long leg, usually). I'd recommend cutting the LED legs to size as well.
  
  Also, if you need a resistor, what I did was just solder it to the LED leg and then to the wire. That's probably the worst way to go about that, but like I said, I don't know electronics well. I'm sure someone else has a better idea.
  
  EDIT:
  
  If you can't find a way to mount this on your case, you can always 3D print (or laser cut, or fashion using regular tools) a box for it, run the wires through it, and place it on your desk.

I'm going to say that you can easily replace the power button.

you can go cheap, just cut the header pins and then jump the thing like they jump cars in movies.

Or you can get one of these things for like $8, which is still cheap, run it through the back of the case and just have it sitting on top (I have a bunch of these for machines that are in hard to reach areas).

Power on can also be accomplished with WOL, assuming you have a phone or some other device to trigger it and an Ethernet connection.

You can even set a PC startup time in some UEFI's—I know my ASRock Z370-based motherboard has it.

But, shut off (when you've got a system freeze) is going to need a hardware button. They sell 'em...here's a particularly gaudy one:

Uxcell a13112600ux0340 Computer Case Power Supply Reset HDD Button Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qaUxDb29YEN45

If you've got a place to mount, you can build your own:

KNACRO 16mm Chassis Switch With 1M/3.3ft Cable Blue LED Ring With Switch Symbol For DIY computer switch and restart button https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076CWLVS5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gcUxDb4ER7HG5

No problem. They do also make similar but wired kits:

http://amzn.com/B00HG7HO22

wonder if you couldn't hook up the pins of a pc power button like https://amzn.com/B00HG7HO22 to some of the gpio pins?

I've wired simple buttons before with a software pull-up, no need for soldering a resistor in the circuit.

I've used a layer of masking tape to dim them.

I've seen people use colored film to shift the color somewhat as well.

Ultimately in my case I got an external button and don't use my case's because it was prone to getting stuck down.

https://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-a13112600ux0340-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22

You should add a small reset button right next to it!

Use a race switch or a whole race start switch panel!


Edit: Also found this cool thing.

You could also get a wired version that interfaces directly to the motherboard header.

If you go with that option, you will likely have to configure your wake events for PCIe, which is possible.

Another thing to point out, is this category also allows you to wake the computer by keyboard, such as simply pressing space bar.

Hm. Okay. That sounds good for the Wi-Fi part of it. Any ideas about the power button and USB ports? I saw that the had external power buttons but I don't want some huge honking button sitting in the middle of my desk. And that doesn't solve the USB problem either. I'm think that the only way I could do that is to get a cheap case, cut off the little plate with the stuff, and then stick that on the side. But I don't really want to do that.

P.S. I assume that Wi-Fi card isn't Mac compatible?

Get a long distance power button:

https://www.amazon.de/SODIAL-Desktop-Computer-Stromversorgung-Schalter/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=Laomao+Desktop+PC+Computer+Power+Switch&qid=1567783447&s=computers&sr=1-7

You can install something like this and put it somewhere hidden from your kid, leave the case's power button unplugged.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FBRSE4G

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG7HO22

Or just search PC power switch. If you have old computers laying around or a junkyard just pull out the power/reset buttons and accompanying LEDS if you like and make your own.

You can either go the free method and start it with a screw driver, or get an external power button like this.

Get one of these, I have one for each of my pcs. https://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-a13112600ux0340-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=power+button+for+pc&qid=1564412849&s=gateway&sr=8-4

That would be my Power button/HD Activity Light/Reset button. You can buy them here. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HG7HO22/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Desk: IKEA Linnmon/Oddvald. Pretty solid desk for the price, although leg room is a bit lacking, probably upgrading soon.

Chair: DXRacer Formula Series, really helped my posture and got rid of my back pain. Plus I'm a huge gear-head so it's very much my style.

Keyboard: Das Keyboard Professional w/ Brown Switches. This keyboard is fantastic, it's a treat to use every day, feels buttery smooth to type on and build quality is superb. I also have a CM Quickfire Ultimate that I use at work, also browns.

Mouse: Zowie EC2-A. Replaced my old Logitech G400 when it started intermittently cutting out, I think I like this mouse even more.

Mousepad: SteelSeries QcK+ for all that low DPI goodness.

Headset: Kingston HyperX Cloud II. I love this headset, it's super comfortable and has good directional sound.

Speakers: Cyber Acoustics CA-3602 FFP. I use my headset mainly but these are good enough for when I need them.

Monitors: BenQ XL2411Z flanked by two ASUS VS247H-P mounted on an Ergotech Triple Monitor Stand. Finally got the monitor stand this year after using two boxes to hold up my side monitors for far too long. However, the BenQ is probably my favorite purchase out of all of these, would've bought three if it served any real benefit to me.

Random Peripherals: uxcell extended power switch. I keep my computer under my desk so this is handy so I don't have to crouch under my desk to turn on my computer.

Inateck PCI-E to USB 3.0 5-Port PCI Express Card. My motherboard came with a fairly low number of USB ports so this allows me to plug in my printer and external hard drive, etc.

I recommend one of these. They're super convenient for testing rigs.

I also use a smart strip and found this to turn the pc on and off (it also has a reset and hdd lights): http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HG7HO22/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1462796120&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=external+pc+power+button

Thanks for the response! This idea is still in its infancy and was actually prompted because I had to purchase one of these to move power from the front panel. I agree that extending a USB 3.0 to a hub is probably the better idea, as I'd probably only really need one or two up top. Also, when I refer to moving the computer to 'another room' I really only mean bridging to the opposite side of a wall, which adds probably a foot tops to the length of the cabling.

Audio quality is probably the one thing im truly skeptical about, and I may just end up running a dedicated cable for it.

Power button

no reset button on my case (node 304). But I've been thinking about buying one of these, and maybe now is the time.

I use one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG7HO22

You could use this:

http://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22

http://www.amazon.co.uk/uxcell-Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=pd_sim_147_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=51Yzd6qQoLL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=04D8WB85Z53R1QG6YP0V

You can buy satisfying big buttons that wires to your front panel connectors on your MB and it on your desk (wherever you prefer in range). Looks great for a red led rig too lol. Heres an example from amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button-Switch/dp/B00HG7HO22

There is also a way to set up your pc to turn on via a magic packet (correct me if im wrong) which you can send over the phone via an app. I think the pc needs a LAN connection too (again anyone correct if wrong my friend has this setup so he can boot up while he walk into his house).
Not sure if they're amazing ideas but I hope it helps :)

https://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-a13112600ux0340-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22

Something like like this could work better

I have my gaming PC in my rack. This is the case I use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055EV30W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wDqgyb77BXYEN
It is big enough, that's for sure.

I also use this for my gaming pc through a hole in my rack because I keep my rack locked: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xFqgybVHH39NF

• on my phone, not sure how to format links
  
  Edit: Looks like the price for the case has gone up $25 since I bought 3 of them.

Thanks for the reply.

1. Yes, I have been checking reviews and have an idea but like to hear what my fellow redditors have approved of! And to help narrow things down, I don't OC the cards myself, ever. And noise is NOT a concern. Every bunk has 1 - 2 fans going 24/7. No one can hear it but me and I game with a headset since guys may be sleeping.
   
   

2. Outside locker temps are decent. We keep A/C at like 68F 24/7/365 (South Florida). Concerns are the temps/hot air being trapped/causing back flow since the PC is pretty obstructed/flush against locker on all sides. Obviously the door remains wide open and air escapes, but perhaps it can escape better?
   
   As for 180 flip. Maybe? I'd have to drill some more cable holes and re-route, but the major concern is the 180 flip would place the power/reset buttons against back of locker and out of reach. I guess these exist and could be a solution.
   
   Now that you have my wheels turning I think the 180 flip might be the best idea ever! You sir are a mad genius! This actually can solve a bunch of other minor cable issues/annoyances.
   
   Plus I get to bring all the power tools in and practice my carpentry. =D
   
   I still need to pick the coolest GPU but I feel like we have solved my ventilation dilemma. Also, my case, I know it's not the best but I searched for a about 2 weeks to find something the the proper dimensions to fit on that shelf. At the time, it was the only MATX that would fit. =(
   
   Thanks for your reply sir!

cheap:
https://www.cryptomined.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=253_81&products_id=69&zenid=cjerndlb55nltlv64rpl6hvgd1

expensive:
https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496573019&sr=8-2&keywords=power+button

I actually use this as an external power button

Alternatively to your battery backup idea, you could wire up an external switch and run it somewhere in your vehicle. I'm assuming the reason for asking about this is because you're going to put your NUC somewhere out of reach.

The subject of external power switch for NUCs comes up from time to time in various applications and there are solutions that come with varied degrees of cost and complexity. It all centers around supplementing or replacing the internal wires connected to what is called the "header" (located on the mainboard) and running them to an exterior switch. If you want to investigate this route go to Intel's website and find the "technical product specifications" for your model. This is not the users manual. Its a long technical document and in it will most likely be a section with the pinout specs for the header that controls the things on the front panel such as the power button, the reset button, and activity lights.

With the knowledge of what each pin does you can then go hunting for something like this or this (btw I'm not saying these will necessarily work for you, they're just an examples). Of course that solution depends on the ability to remove the original connectors from the header. I don't know how every NUC model is designed and so I cant say for sure that there doesn't exist an NUC model where these pins are soldered to the header and that you own such a model. If that be the case then the concept is the same except now you're faced with the task of soldering.

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Interesting! Well the obvious solution to me, would just be take out the original power switch and add that to your new case in some way shape or form. This will lead to your being able to add a new PSU and keep the old power switch. If you imagine the one you pull from your old chassis to act like this: https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Desktop-Computer-Supply-Button/dp/B00HG7HO22
It should work fine!

My setup is very similar with the case on a large shelf on the top, I dealt with climbing a stool to power my PC for months (I know, I know...) until I bought this, which works wonders. I'll try to post my setup once I'm happy with cable management

Hey it'd be cool to add somelike like this inside so you can power computer up from inside

Could this work? uxcell 67" Desktop Computer Case Power Supply Reset HDD Button Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG7HO22/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hxEGAb003Q5A4