Enabling Wake on LAN

In order for Wake on LAN to function the Network driver must be enabled (factory default). The procedure for enabling the driver depends on which operating system you are using.

Windows 7

1.

Computer >> System Propertiestab >> Device Manager

2.

Select Network adapters.

3.

Right-click Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller >> Properties.

4.

Under the Advanced tab both Wake on Magic Packet and Wake on Pattern Match should be Enabled. Select OK after making any changes.

5.

Under the Power Management tab all option boxes should be checked. Select OK after making any changes.

Windows XP

1.

Select Start →Control Panel →Hardware Tab → Device Manager button.

2.

Select Network adapters.

3.

Right-mouse click the Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller driver and the select Properties.

4.

Under the Advanced tab the Wake on Magic Packet should be Enabled. Select OK after making any changes.

5.

Under the Power Management tab the option boxes as shown below should be checked. Select OK after making any changes.