Does it require a computer that is "on" all the time for it to work?
1488200
Yes it needs the computer on all the time but I do not recommend this product to anybody. It only runs in windows xp and there is a version that runs un windows 7 and 8 but it is not so good.
1786333
Yes,you just have to keep your computer on at all time,and it work using your cell phone also.
481298
No. It requires a computer with the appropriate software installed to work.
1455968
Not actually, you just have to plug it in and wait for your computer to recognize it and that's it. It's very simple to use and works great. XD
1336107
well i can when the program is working, but it doesnt work all the time. however, i am not very good on a computer, it might be my fault. i dont know.
224352
No it doesn't... or at least not that I've seen. You just have to start typing to test whether or not it is on.
830841
It's a standalone unit. You do not need a computer for regular operation. You just need to connect this unit to your network via wired or wireless connection.
75174
you'll need to push the button to turn on and off. it does not sync to the computer being on or off.
1392991
I can double check, but from memory, it is always on. The battery consumption is so minimal that it doesn't need to shut off.
2240703
Yes, it does. You can use you computer to link it too also, but it always has to have power.
1609913
Yes it needs to be registered to work, and it's only good for one computer at a time.
955240
My guess would be yes because it has needs a power supply which it gets from it's own plug in. Also, it remains lit up when the computer is off. That being said, I have not tried what you ask.
1881141
The reason is I work around the clock so a steady program doesn't work for me. I just want to turn it on when I want it on and turn it off when I don't. I don't want it to come on when I'm not home.
208634
No, we just plugged it in. Maybe it depends on the operating system. We have windows 8 and it set itself up.
593599
No. To turn it on and off, you'd either have to wire it into a manual switch or possibly, if you can find one, a remotely-operated power switch.
1519310
No you have to manually turn it on and off which can be a hassel because you'll have to remember to turn it off when you turn off the computer
1742511
Possible, but if your computer is working well otherwise to be honest your power is probably fine. It's cheap enough to try.