Remote Controlled on/off, reset and eject for computer

[Amps]

I am completely new to the world of remote control and though I've spent 2 hours checking the net, I haven't found anything to fit my application.

I'm working on desigining a Hot-Rod style computer case and one of the features I want is everything to be shaved and filled flush, including the power/reset buttons and the CD-ROM (only a small slot for loading). What I want is a small remote (pre-made preferably) that works on RF or IR that has at least 3 buttons that will control 3 seperate relays in a momentary switch configurations. I wouldn't mind building the receiver myself but I want the remote to look very nice.

Any ideas on something I could use to accomplish this?

 

[hotwaterwizard2]

Yes You could use a remote starter for a car. You can get one at most Auto Parts stores. The 12v to operate the reciever can be tapped from the Computers Power supply. The remote will control 3 things in a car and the relays are already built into the Control Box. The controls open the door locks and lock the doors. Open the trunk and lock the trunk and Finally Start the engine in the car.

Are those enough controls for you?

 

[Amps]

Ya, sounds good. I'll look into it and see if I can make it work.

 

[Amps]

Seems that each I look at has a safety switch somewhere in it to prevent the car from starting if brake/clutch isn't depressed.

Anyone know of something else a little less complicated?

 

[audioguru2]

Its a good idea to use a car remote. Simply use a small piece of wire to replace the clutch or brake switches so that it will think that is safe to "start" your computer.
I'm sorry if this is too complicated.

 

[Amps]

Lol, it's not that it's too complicated, it's just I like having my final system to be smooth and not hacked.

I was thinking more along the line of a premade transmitter that I could build a receiver around.

 

[MP1]

Oooooh!!!! bypassing safety switches!!???!!!!
How about adding a function to the remote to do this rather than a piece of wire? You might be glad you have these safety features some day.

MP

 

[hotwaterwizard2]

Mine cost me $20 at the auto parts store and it did not have the safety built in. It was real easy to wire. I used it to turn a presasure washer on and off from 300 feet.