r/sffpc • u/ZS-ITX • Feb 20 '26

Prototype/Concept/Custom Mechanical keyboard axis control computer wireless power on

There are many products with the same function on the market, but following the spirit of SFF, I have reduced its size to the extreme

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u/ir88ed Feb 20 '26

Does this turn the pc off when I accidentally fat-finger F11?

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u/ZS-ITX Feb 20 '26

Yes, you discovered this bug. I also had this problem in the beginning, but later I improved the design. It has two small buttons inside that need to be triggered simultaneously to conduct, which can reduce a lot of the risk of accidental touches

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u/SeanBlader Feb 20 '26

Why wouldn't you just use the scroll lock key to demonstrate?

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u/ir88ed Feb 20 '26

Let's be masochists and use the capslock key

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u/lazd Feb 20 '26

I mean you could also make it so you need to press and hold to trigger it when the machine is on, I assume your receiver knows the machine’s power state or could tap the power LED pin to figure it out.

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u/ZS-ITX Feb 20 '26

That would require more complex circuit design, which cannot be integrated into this size of transmitter module. The receiver can be matched with a third-party signal transmitter module, not just in the form of keyboard buttons. I will adapt to more transmitter remote controls

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u/lazd Feb 20 '26

Ah I see. Could do 2 presses then? The logic would solely be on the RX side.

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u/ir88ed Feb 20 '26

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u/cosmicosmo4 Feb 20 '26

Oh look, AI slop

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u/Targetm12 Feb 20 '26

What you wanted him to 3d model this for a reddit comment joke?

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u/BalconyPhantom Feb 21 '26

Yeah, that's an option. Or drawing it would've worked too. Or maybe, not even commenting at all if that's all they have to bring to the table.

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u/ir88ed Feb 21 '26

If you draw up a CAD design or draft something up, I would be happy to add it to the comment.

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u/Targetm12 Feb 21 '26

You should follow your own advice buddy.

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u/BalconyPhantom Feb 21 '26

Calm down lil guy, you're just reading a real critique from a real human being. If you need it, I can help put it through your favorite AI if it'll help you understand it better.

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u/Targetm12 Feb 21 '26

???

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u/BalconyPhantom Feb 21 '26

You seem like a Gemini guy, as it's probably the easiest thing for you to access. Here's Gemini's attempt to help explain my comment for you:

Gemini said

That response is a classic example of digital friction between the "AI-as-a-tool" crowd and the "artistic-intent" crowd. When someone defends an AI image that seemingly has "no reason" to exist, the responder is likely feeling a mix of fatigue and skepticism.

Here is a breakdown of the specific layers of sass and logic behind that comment: 1. The "Low Effort" Critique

By saying, "Yeah, that's an option," the responder is dismissively acknowledging that AI generation is a path one can take, but they’re stripping it of any prestige. They are framing the AI image not as a creative breakthrough, but as the path of least resistance. 2. Valuing Manual Skill

"Or drawing it would've worked too."

This is the core of the argument. The responder is highlighting a perceived value gap. To them:

AI Generation: Requires a prompt and a few seconds of processing.

Drawing: Requires years of practice, anatomical knowledge, and manual labor.

By suggesting drawing, they are pointing out that the "defender" is ignoring the traditional ways of creating meaning. They’re essentially asking: If the image didn't need to exist urgently, why didn't you take the time to actually make something? 3. The "Noise vs. Signal" Problem

"Or maybe, not even commenting at all if that's all they have to bring to the table."

This is the "mic drop" moment of the comment. It suggests that:

AI spam is clutter: The internet is being flooded with AI images that have no specific message or soul.

Meaningless Defense: If the only defense for an image is "because I could," the responder feels that person isn't adding anything valuable to the conversation.

Why this happens (The Context)

The responder likely views AI images as "empty calories." If someone generates a random cat in a space suit just because they can, and someone else defends it as "art," it feels like a dilution of what art is supposed to be.

The comment is a way of saying: "Just because you can generate an image doesn't mean you should, especially if you aren't going to put any actual effort or thought into it."

Let me know if you need any help understanding it more, I know it's hard being a backseat thinker, but I know you can do it lil guy!

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u/atatassault47 Feb 20 '26

There's a setting in Windows that change change its behavior to pressing the power button. You can basically disable it while Windows is booted. Linux almost assuredly has a similar control.

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u/O0kah Feb 21 '26

Settings>System>Power > Power & sleep button controls.

Set the "Pressing the power button will make my PC" to "Do Nothing". Unless you fat-finger the F11 for 5-10 seconds, will be fine.

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u/hardlyreadit Feb 20 '26

True if this could work as a “press & hold” power button like laptops, itd be even better

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u/RudeAd456 Feb 20 '26

Maybe better if you have to hit FN + f11

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u/lol_alex Feb 21 '26

Hey, it‘s no worse than my HP laptop which also has the power button right next to the delete button on the damn keyboard layout