The Power On module enables PCs to be powered on remotely using a Wake-on-LAN (WOL) signal sent over the local network. Setup requirements for WOL can vary depending on the device, so please adjust the configuration steps accordingly based on the hardware in use.

Related Packages and Compatibility: 

Enterprise Cloud - Network Cloud 

Windows: 10, 11 (64-bit Required)


This module can be used in two ways:

  • Ad hoc: Manually trigger a power-on signal to selected devices as needed.

  • Policy-based: Configure a scheduled policy to automatically power on devices at specific times, such as before the start of the school day or during maintenance windows.


Important: A relay machine must be configured with access to the network segments where the target devices are located. We recommend using a server for this role, as it typically has visibility across all VLANs within the network. The relay machine must also be powered on to successfully run the command.


Setting up a Relay Machine

Step 1: Navigate to your Devices Management here

Step 2: Find the device you want to designate as a relay, then select it and click 'Edit' to configure its settings.


Step 3: Toggle 'User as relay' to enable and click 'confirm'


Preparing Devices for Remote Power On

There are a few settings that need to be present for the module to work with changes made in the BIOS and from within Windows.

  • Available WOL (Wake On LAN)
  • WOL enabled Network Card
  • Energy Efficient Ethernet has to be de-activated
  • Refer to Microsoft’s System State article to determine if modifications are needed.

Configuring BIOS Settings for Wake-on-LAN

  • In the system BIOS navigate to Power Management or Advanced Options to find Wake on LAN/WLAN
  • Activate the desired option (note: Wake-on-LAN may not be supported on all models or system states)
  • Go to Deep Sleep Control (if available) and disable the Option
  • Click on Apply and Exit the BIOS


Network Adapter Requirements for Power On

  • Open Network and Sharing centre
  • Click on Change Adapter Settings
  • Right-Click on your LAN controller and choose Properties
  • Click on Configure
  • Under the Advanced Tab, make sure the following options are Enabled (If available)
  • Wake on Magic Packet
  • Allow this Device to Wake the computer
  • Energy Efficient Ethernet ( set this option to Disabled)


Adjusting Power Management Options

  • Navigate to the Control Panel, 
  • Then Hardware and Sounds
  • Then Select Power Options
  • Click on Choose what the power buttons do
  • Click change settings that are currently unavailable
  • Uncheck Turn on Fast Start-up (if available)
  • Save Changes


Running the Power On Module Manually

Locate the 'Power on' Module and select it 


This will open a new module window select the devices you wish to remotely power on and click 'Run'


The default port used is 9, but this is customizable if there are specific Hardware requirements.


The SecureON Password is an optional password that if entered will be appended to the Magic Packet.  It will have to be in the from of a MAC address (AA-BB-CC-DD-EE-FF) and is only required if a SecureON password has been set on the device.

Scheduling the Power On Module

Step 1: Find the group you want to apply the policy to. In this example, we’ll use a ‘Wake on LAN’ policy group that we’ve created and filtered with selected devices. For group creation and filtering , please see here. Once you’ve located the group, click the Policies tab and select + Add Policy. This will open a new window.


Step 2: Under Policy Details, populate a name for the policy


Step 3: Under Policy Items, Select 'Power on' from the module type drop down. The default port used is 9, but this is customizable if there are specific Hardware requirements.


The SecureON Password is an optional password that if entered will be appended to the Magic Packet.  It will have to be in the from of a MAC address (AA-BB-CC-DD-EE-FF) and is only required if a SecureON password has been set on the device.

Click Confirm to save settings


Step 4: Under 'Policy Schedules' select + Add Policy Schedule, this will open a new window


Step 5: Set the schedule according to your needs. In this example, devices will power on between 08:30 and 09:00, Monday through Friday, if they are detected as powered off. Once configured, click Confirm to save.


Step 6: Click Confirm to save the policy to the group


This policy is now applied to any device within the "Wake on Lan" group