In-wall power adapter having a switch and a connector for controlling the application of a voltage

A method of implementing an in-wall power adapter adapted to receive a voltage, the method comprising:

• providing a first plurality of contact elements comprising a first contact element adapted to receive a line voltage and a second contact element adapted to be coupled to a load;
• providing a recess adapted to receive a control module, wherein a second plurality of contact elements is associated with the recess;
• coupling a third contact element of the second plurality of contact elements to the first contact element, and coupling a fourth contact element of the second plurality of contact elements to the second contact element;
• providing a switch coupled to receive the line voltage at a first terminal by way of the first contact element;
• and
• coupling a connector between a second terminal of the switch and the second contact element, wherein the connector is in a closed position when no control module is in the recess.