Wake On LAN (WOL) may not work on Systems Running Windows 8.x or Windows 10

Problem

Due to the way in which Windows 8.x handles system and device power states there may be some instances where a desktop or notebook computer cannot be remotely switched on by a "Wake on LAN" (WOL) command. The same model of system can be remotely switched on using WOL if the system is running Windows 7.

Cause

The Windows 8 Fast Boot feature also controls how the system is shutdown. The mode that Windows 8 uses to power down devices can leave the system not able to respond to WOL commands.

Resolution

To resolve this problem, turn off Windows 8 fast boot features.

Steps

Note: Further information can be found at the following linkt http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2776718

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Article ID: 303
Last updated: 04 May, 2016
Revision: 5
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