How to reset PRAM of a remote Mac

How do I reset PRAM of a remote Mac? (It's a Mac Mini 1,1 running 10.5.8)
I can connect to that remote Mac via VNC and SSH.
And of course, right after reset, I need it to automatically reboot and allow VNC and SSH access.
Thanks!

Hello, I know of no way to do that, since it's done without any OS running at all.

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Noticed a couple of problem's after resetting mu PRAM. After I reset my PRAM my subwoofer no longer works as it did before I reset my PRAM and when I power up my Mac Pro Tower it stars and then when it's starting it chimes and does another "restart".
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