Automatic startup after a power outage – GMKtec NucBox G5

1. Prepare the PC

• Shut the PC completely down.
• Connect a keyboard and mouse.
• Turn the PC on and immediately press F7 repeatedly until the boot menu appears.

2. Open the BIOS

Use the arrow keys to select Enter Setup, then press Enter. The BIOS setup will open.

3. Open Chipset settings

Use the left and right arrow keys to open the Chipset tab.

4. Open PCH-IO Configuration

Use the up and down arrow keys to select PCH-IO Configuration, then press Enter.

5. Find Wake on Power

Select Wake on Power and press Enter.

6. Set State S0

Set Wake on Power to State S0 and press Enter. This tells the PC to start automatically whenever power is supplied.

7. Save the changes and exit

Press Esc, open the Save & Exit tab, and select Save Changes and Exit. Confirm with Enter.

8. Verify the setting

The PC will restart with the new setting. To verify it, disconnect the power, wait a few seconds, and reconnect it. The GMKtec NucBox G5 should power on automatically without pressing the power button.

Tip: This setting is useful for digital signage players that should automatically return to operation after a power outage.