Laptop IntelliPlug USB105

My Laptop IntelliPlug doesn't seem to be working?

Please check that all plugs for your devices are in the correct sockets on our product before you proceed any further. It is quite easy to get them mixed up in error particularly as we tend to have a number of cables to work with. Once you have plugged the laptop into the 'master' socket then proceed to check the USB cable provided is connected from your laptop t the RJ12 socket on the IntelliPlug. You may like to view the Laptop configuration instructions for further help. Finally, plug your peripherals into the IntelliPlug making sure they are all seated properly then switch on your laptop computer and wait until the operating software of the computer (i.e. Windows/ Mac OS X) has fully loaded. The laptop will then recognise the IntelliPlug and switch the peripherals on whenever you activate the laptop.

Can I use my Laptop IntelliPlug with a desktop computer?

Yes, that's fine, but you must make sure you have a spare USB socket on your desktop computer (do not connect via a USB Hub). However we would recommend that you use the DSK105.

Does switching my laptop and peripherals on and off reduce the lifespan of the system?

Technology advances and development in electrical components allows equipment to be switched on and off without reducing the lifespan of the system.

The Laptop IntelliPlug switches power on after a delay of a few seconds, is this normal?

Absolutely, we called it the IntelliPlug for a reason, it will only allow power to be sent to your equipment once it has ensured that power really is required. It does this by continuously monitoring the activity of a specific aspect in your laptop, it's nothing to worry about!

Does the Laptop IntelliPlug have surge protection?

Yes, it has surge protection for the computer and all peripherals.

Can the Laptop IntelliPlug damage my equipment?

No. Oneclick products are simple switching devices that cannot interact or interfere with your equipment and are manufactured and tested to comply and meet British Standards.

One of my peripherals switches off but does not switch back on, why is this?

In a few instances, some peripherals have soft switches which automatically default to 'off' when power is switched off. In such cases, you have to manually switch the power on to this device as our product cannot physically turn equipment on. We are sure that the benefits you will achieve from saving energy and money will out-weigh this small inconvenience and it is still better to switch equipment off when not in use.

I have more than two peripheral devices that I need to plug into the Laptop IntelliPlug, how do I achieve this?

We have tried to make our products as versatile and adaptable as possible but if you have more peripherals than 'peripheral' sockets then it is possible to use a conventional extension block with our devices provided you do not exceed this maximum load of 13A. If your environment allows you to use trailing sockets/ extension blocks with our devices then plug it into one of the 'peripheral' sockets to create more. There's no need to worry about safety provided you keep to the maximum load as our products are designed to meet British Standards, which means that they are entirley safe to use in this manner.

I have a USB Hub with LED's which is powered by the Laptop IntelliPlug. When I switch off the computer the LED's on my mouse, keyboard, USB Hub etc stay on. Why?

The mouse, keyboard, USB Hub etc are connected to the USB socket of the computer. These sockets are permanently powered and so may cause the LED's to illuminate, it's nothing to worry about.

How much power do my peripherals actually use?

To calculate the amount of energy used, you would have to refer to the manufacturers information of your equipment. As for savings that can be achieved this will differ for each user as it epends on the following factors:

1. The number of peripherals used.
2. The cost of electricity which can be obtained from your supplier.
3. The number of hours that equipment would normally be left on or in standby unnecessarily.
4. The amount of power consumed by peripherals.

Independant tests have shown that our products arre cost-effective and can pay fro themselves many times over. You will also be helping to 'go green' by improving your carbon footprint which is just as important.