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    Remote reset button

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Hos55x, Jan 9, 2009.

  1. Hos55x

    Hos55x Newbie

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    I am a quadriplegic and use my desktop computer laying in bed. I use Dragon NaturallySpeaking to control the computer. When the computer locks up, which is quite often, I use a small wireless remote button strapped to my hand to reset. I found a remote button online but it is only for desktops.
    http://www.logisyscomputer.com/viewsku.asp?SKUID=FP800SL&DID=Main
    I would like to start using a laptop computer but it is required that I can reset the computer with my limited physical ability. I cannot move my fingers or reach very far with my arms. What I do now is moved my hand to my mouth and use my tongue to press the reset button.
    Do any of you know of a laptop with a small wireless reset remote?
     
    Hos55x, Jan 9, 2009
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  2. Lnknprknblndsd

    Lnknprknblndsd Notebook Enthusiast

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    Can't you dictate a shutdown command to the dragon systems software to force windows to shutdown (even if it is locked up)? Although, powering on would still be an issue I suppose...

    Well I found this site below which looks like it could have some useful devices for you if you scroll down. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.


    http://www.makoa.org/computers.htm#input
     
    Lnknprknblndsd, Jan 9, 2009
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  3. Hos55x

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    When the computer locks up, NaturallySpeaking is dead.
     
    Hos55x, Jan 9, 2009
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  4. Lnknprknblndsd

    Lnknprknblndsd Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ah, gotcha, makes sense. So yea, you check out that site?
     
    Lnknprknblndsd, Jan 9, 2009
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