User Guide

ALanWaker User Guide

Welcome to ALanWaker! A minimalist Wake-on-LAN application with support for Shortcuts and Siri voice control.

📱 Basic Usage

Adding a Device

1. Open the ALanWaker app
2. Tap the "+" button in the bottom right corner
3. Fill in device information:
   • Device Name: Give your device a memorable name (e.g., "My PC")
   • MAC Address: The network adapter's MAC address (format: AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF)
   • IP Address (optional): The device's local network IP address
   • Send Mode:
     • Broadcast Mode (recommended): Sends wake packet to entire local network
     • Direct Mode: Sends wake packet directly to specified IP
4. Tap "Save"

Waking a Device

On the main screen, tap a device card to send the wake signal.

🎯 Using Shortcuts

iOS Setup

1. Add Devices in ALanWaker

   • Make sure you've added the devices you want to wake

2. Long Press App Icon

   • Long press the ALanWaker icon on your home screen
   • Up to 4 frequently used devices will appear as quick actions
   • Tap to quickly wake the corresponding device

3. Create Siri Shortcuts

   Method 1: Using the Shortcuts App

   • Open the built-in "Shortcuts" app
   • Tap "+" in the top right to create a new shortcut
   • Tap "Add Action"
   • Search for "ALanWaker" or "Open App"
   • Select "Open App" → Choose ALanWaker
   • Tap the shortcut name and rename it to "Wake My PC"
   • Tap "Done"

   Method 2: Using Siri Suggestions

   • Open "Settings" → "Siri & Search"
   • Find ALanWaker
   • Add from "Suggested Shortcuts"

4. Use Siri Voice Control

   • Say: "Hey Siri, wake my PC"
   • Or: "Hey Siri, run wake my PC"

Android Setup

1. Long Press App Icon

   • Long press the ALanWaker icon on your home screen
   • Up to 4 frequently used devices will appear as quick actions
   • Tap to quickly wake the corresponding device

2. Add Home Screen Shortcuts

   • Long press the app icon
   • Drag the quick action to your home screen
   • Create one-tap wake icons on your desktop

3. Use Google Assistant

   • Say: "OK Google, open ALanWaker"
   • Then tap the device you want to wake

💡 Tips & Tricks

Ensure Device Supports Wake-on-LAN

Before using, make sure your target device has Wake-on-LAN enabled:

Windows PC:

1. Open "Device Manager"
2. Find your network adapter, right-click and select "Properties"
3. Go to "Power Management" tab
4. Check "Allow this device to wake the computer"
5. Go to "Advanced" tab
6. Find "Wake on Magic Packet" or "Wake on LAN" and set to "Enabled"

BIOS Settings:

1. Restart your computer and enter BIOS (usually Del or F2)
2. Find power management options
3. Enable "Wake on LAN" or "PME Event Wake Up"
4. Save and exit

Getting MAC Address

Windows:

Open Command Prompt and type: ipconfig /all
Look for "Physical Address"

macOS:

Open Terminal and type: ifconfig
Look for "ether" address

Linux:

Open Terminal and type: ip link show
or: ifconfig

Network Requirements

• Devices must be on the same local network
• Router needs to support broadcast packet forwarding
• For direct mode, you need to know the device's IP address
• Some routers may require port forwarding configuration (UDP port 9)

❓ FAQ

Q: Why does wake fail?

• Check if device has Wake-on-LAN enabled
• Verify MAC address is entered correctly
• Ensure device and phone are on the same local network
• Try switching send mode (broadcast/direct)

Q: Can't find ALanWaker in Shortcuts?

• Make sure you've opened the app at least once
• Try restarting your phone
• Check if your iOS version supports Shortcuts

Q: Siri doesn't recognize the shortcut?

• Make sure the shortcut name is clear and easy to understand
• Try re-recording the Siri phrase
• Check Siri language settings

Q: Can I wake devices remotely?

• This app only supports local network wake
• Remote wake requires router port forwarding and dynamic DNS support

📞 Support & Feedback

If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please submit an Issue on GitHub.

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Enjoy! 🚀