How to control X10 devices from PC

[johnhartman]

Hello, I am using some devices in my house that are controlled by X10, but the controller is currently down. Is there any way to control X10 powerline devices from PC?

Can I do it myself? Thanks.

[Brian H]

Welcome to the X10 Forums.
What is the controller's model number?
Like one that is a stand alone one and not a controller normally using WiFi or a PC now.
Yes you can control X10 devices with a PC or WiFi.
Though not directly but through a module connected to the PC or maybe a X10 WM100.

[Tuicemen]

Besides a x10 computer module you'll need a program capable of sending proper the x10 signal (rf or plc) to the x10 computer module. 

[brobin]

There are a number of options but to get basic control from a PC easily have a look at the X-10 Firecracker:
https://www.x10.com/products/cm17a?_pos=1&_sid=7a6e36ab6&_ss=r

Unless you have a PC with a serial port you'll also need a serial to USB adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-RS-232-Adapter-Prolific-SBT-USC1K/dp/B00065H0QQ/ref=asc_df_B00065H0QQ/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693596867902&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14456655791606370610&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012255&hvtargid=pla-734180165426&mcid=3c7d3febd79631209d154dcec6cde46c&th=1