how to prevent ir receiver from waking computer

how to prevent ir receiver from waking computer

I have an HP dv4 notebook, which has an ir receiver on the front. I want to configure it so that no matter what, IR signals will not trigger vista media center to start. It currently starts whether the computer is on or in sleep mode in response to MCE remote commands being directed at another computer in the room. how do I make the notebook ignore the ir commands?

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bert [Entry]

Low-tech solutions for high-tech problems. Don't laugh. Cut a strip of duct tape and paste it over the IR window. I had to resort to this on an old Compaq notebook that kept trying to transfer files whenever my Treo came near.

bert [Entry]

In Device Manager, highlight the IR device and right click. Select properties. Navigate to the Power Management tab (might be labeled differently in XP) and uncheck the box that says "Allow this device to wake the computer" and click apply.