Patent ID: 7363521
Filing Date: 2008-04-22
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
1. Apparatus for interconnecting and remotely controlling a power state of devices using an Ethernet cable, comprising: a first multi-function display (MFD) comprising a switch for changing a power state; at least one device for communicating with said first MFD; a power source for powering said first MFD and said at least one device; and an Ethernet cable for interconnecting said first MFD and said at least one device, said first MFD remotely controlling a power state of said at least one device through a control signal output to said Ethernet cable, said control signal not providing power to said at least one device, wherein said at least one device comprises a second MFD, said second MFD further comprising— an input for receiving said control signal, and power supply circuitry being in communication with said input, wherein said control signal being a pulse held for a predetermined period of time, said control signal initiating one of a power down sequence and a power up sequence within said power supply circuitry to power off and power on, respectively, said second MFD.