How to start X200 with lid closed? (for use as HTPC)

I'd like to use my X200 as an HTPC with the lid always closed (and use the TV as the only monitor).
Is there a way to start the X200 with an IR remote control (or some other way)? (so that the X200 can be off or in sleep mode when not being used)
I don't see anything like "wake on IR remote signal" in the BIOS.
Thanks in advance.

Hello,
I am not sure if this will work, but maybe you could use an IR or RF wireless keyboard (or record the signal from one into a univeral remote) to wake the unit up?
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