Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac)

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by: monoblocks (Seattle, WA)
on: Saturday, 30-October-2010

Purchased four of these locks for various computers around the house, both portable and desktop types. Took a little while to coordinate the latch/holding pins position to get the lock to insert into the docking slot in the first computer, mostly because of the ease with which the inserted key rotates and how easy it is to inadvertently spin the latching mechanism off-alignment so it will no longer insert properly. But once youve figured out that tidbit the lock becomes simple to operate correctly and the subsequent installations became a breeze to complete.

The attached encased steel cable is thick and stout, more than what you might normally see in other installations such as certain retail store tie-down security setups, for instance. This should provide relatively good protection for any computer fastened down with one of these locks. Its not to say that the computer is now impervious to theft, but the would-be thief will now have to have a fairly heavy-duty set of cutters in order to get through this cable. The lock mechanism itself seem pretty solid as well; the sort of force needed to break through one of these would likely inflict more damage to the adjacent computer than to the lock itself.

Solid product at a more than reasonable price.

by: S. Waiblinger (United States)
on: Thursday, 14-October-2010

I have been using one of these for a few years and just bought another one for my brother. Its more of a theft deterrent than a theft prevention product. If somebody really wanted to cut the cable or rip the lock out, Im sure they could. But, it would be easier just steal the laptop right next to it with no lock. Thats the reason I use it.

by: L. Fischer (United States)
on: Thursday, 30-September-2010

Pros: Thicker than many other cable locks Ive owned. Locks and unlocks easily, so you dont have to spend five minutes trying to lock, and then another five minutes trying to unlock, your computer. It DOES wiggle around on my netbook, which is why the rubber bumper is really nice, but doesnt wiggle around on my laptop. So whether you get the wiggle people were talking about depends on the computer slot youre dealing with. It is superior in every way, though, to the Kensington combination lock with the coiled cable, which is what I bought before this one. That one chewed the heck out of the plastic casing on my computer around the slot because it was so difficult to lock!! So if youre choosing between a Kensington combination and a Kensington key, go with the key. Your poor computer casing will thank you.

Cons: As others have mentioned, its a little short. Also Im a bit concerned about the if someone tampers with it you can never unlock it again!! feature others have mentioned, but Ill deal with that when it happens, if it does. Key is a little bulky to carry.

I use this as part of a multi-tiered security system. Of course a lock alone wont stop someone with a bolt cutter. Im only hoping to slow down a casual snatch and grab thief who might try to take advantage of me taking a quick bathroom break in class or such.

by: Royalblues (California, USA)
on: Wednesday, 29-September-2010

It wont stop somebody with the right cutting tool, but deters random theft when attached. Good product.

by: Plinio Freitas (Sao Paulo, SP Brazil)
on: Sunday, 12-September-2010

It is a great product, but it was a little short for me. Be sure of the lenght you need.

by: Plinio Freitas (Sao Paulo, SP Brazil)
on: Sunday, 12-September-2010

It is a great product, but it was a little short for me. Be sure of the lenght you need.

by: Jordan Welch (MA)
on: Saturday, 11-September-2010

Works great, easy to use and feels very secure. I have a 15-Inch Macbook Pro and it fits perfectly in the lock slot without obscuring the CD drive. My only complaint is that the price keeps dropping after I bought it, but that should only be more incentive for others to buy it.

by: Jordan Welch (MA)
on: Saturday, 11-September-2010

Works great, easy to use and feels very secure. I have a 15-Inch Macbook Pro and it fits perfectly in the lock slot without obscuring the CD drive. My only complaint is that the price keeps dropping after I bought it, but that should only be more incentive for others to buy it.

by: dorcaf (United States)
on: Friday, 10-September-2010

I bought this lock for my son to take to college to help protect his new MacBook Pro laptop. It was unbelievably simple to use. Plus, I love that you can register your key number online and my son can order another key from the company if he loses both of the keys he currently has. Good quality. For the money, this is a great buy!!

by: dorcaf (United States)
on: Friday, 10-September-2010

I bought this lock for my son to take to college to help protect his new MacBook Pro laptop. It was unbelievably simple to use. Plus, I love that you can register your key number online and my son can order another key from the company if he loses both of the keys he currently has. Good quality. For the money, this is a great buy!!

by: Zach (United States)
on: Friday, 3-September-2010

This product is easy to secure to the laptop, but it doesnt seem very secure. the lock moves around a lot and doesnt seem firmly locked. but the lock doesnt come out when i pull it, so it does work.

by: Michael Di Fulvio (CORAOPOLIS, PA, US)
on: Saturday, 28-August-2010

Quite simple...this is the top of the line in my book! Anything can be cut with the right tools but this lock will protect you from 90% of the crime of laptop computer theft being the quick grab and run! No way possible if used correctly for that to happen anymore! I love it as when I travel on the train, which I do more often then many, I can get up and go to dinner or a drink and not fear someone will see the chance to pick-up my laptop and run with it. It is worth the price for the peace of mind it gives you! Buy it...you will like it!


------mikeD348

by: Joyce ~ Massachusetts (Weymouth, MA United States)
on: Saturday, 21-August-2010

My son leaves for college next week, and may never use this lock. In the instructions, we read about the tamper proof feature. If someone tampers with the lock, youll see a red line on the lock, and NO key will work. The instructions are to call the 800 number, which I did just to see what the next step we would take. We were told that we would have to call a locksmith, and Kensington would pay up to $80 for the locksmith.

So lets say my son is at the college library with his locked computer. He gets up, and someone tampers with it, or maybe some of the kids are just fooling around with it. When he returns, he cannot unlock it from the library table. So now he has to call a locksmith, and wait, possibly missing classes. What if the library is closing, the computer would have to stay there. What if he cannot get a locksmith for a day or so, the locked computer still sits at the library.

We bought a combination lock.

by: Mel (United States)
on: Tuesday, 17-August-2010

Although this lock fit perfectly in my macbook pro (and I was able to suspend my laptop by the lock after I installed it), the lock design is smart, but so thin Im afraid for it to break after long usage.

by: Mike in San Diego (San Diego, CA)
on: Tuesday, 17-August-2010

Not much to say about this product. It is what it is, and I received it on time. I bought it for my daughter for college to lock her laptop. Five stars for delivery compliance, three stars for the length of cable (could have been a bit longer).

by: J. Mueller (United States)
on: Thursday, 12-August-2010

Just received this lock. First impressions are good, the cable is thicker than what you usually see on this type of product. The key is big and easy to locate. The ruber insert keeps your laptop from getting scratched (not really a concern on *this* laptop).

I can confirm that the fit is loose but this does not affect how it secures to the device. There is some wiggle room but not enough that it would be able to be shimmied off. Things that I am thinking of now are specific to my laptop. The Kensington slot is right by my system fan, which I have a laptop that blows out 1000 degree air. The metal lock gets very hot. Perhaps being so hot will further deter would be thieves.

Its no secret that cable can be cut, the hope is that no one with tools will come across your laptop and have enough time to snatch it.

by: Cross The Brij (Clifton, NJ)
on: Thursday, 5-August-2010

Pros:
- Cable is very strong
- Cable isnt bulky
- Fits into my laptop
- Long enough for me to use
- Kensington has a registration process where if you loose your keys, they send you a new replacement set
- Comes with a nice small rubber strap thing to wind the lock together when not in use
- Sleek feel which doesnt bother the hands

Cons:
- Difficult to lock because sometimes the piece right in front of the locking mechanism turns
- The locking mechanisms location makes it a little difficult to insert the key properly

Overall the lock is great. Its a little difficult to lock because of the way it was constructed. Other then the difficulty locking it, the cable is awesome. Its very strong and bends easily so it can be anchored to something. I was very pleased with this lock and it does everything I needed/wanted it to do. I would definitely recommend this to a family member or a friend to use as well.

by: dfrey483 (United States)
on: Tuesday, 3-August-2010

When installing the lock, the instructions are easy to follow once you get the hang of it, but one important detail is left out - there are two small metal pieces right next to the center lock mechanism. These have to aligned horizontally to the Kensington security port before putting the lock in place. This is common sense, perhaps, but it took me a few minutes to figure out what to do and how to do it. There are no written instructions so if you find the pictures confusing you could be lost.

The lock fit surprisingly loosely into the security port... but this isnt exactly a good thing. Enough prying/pulling/jiggling of the lock would definitely damage the laptop.

Like everyone here has already said, this lock is basically a deterrent. It wont work well as an actual theft spoiler, but a laptop left in public with this lock installed is probably a lot safer than one without.

by: Simon (United States)
on: Thursday, 29-July-2010

Just wanted to assure interested macbook owners that this product does in fact work with a macbook pro 13 (2009 unibody model) at least in my case. I didnt experience any denting or breakage like a few previous reviewers have complained about. Another reviewer got it right, the trick is to get the t-lock and the other two poles to line up (by twisting the key from the unlock position rightwards), insert it, and turn the key again. Voila, very easy, just dont pull on it too hard or you might get some scratches. If a thief however pulls on it hard enough, Im not sure how much force the mac body can withstand.

I have not been using the product very long, but it seems to be very decent for the price. The cord is just the right stiffness and thick enough to withstand small wire cutters I believe. Now larger wire cutters are a different story, there is no defense against those, but I dont think anybody runs around with industrial size cutters in libraries or wherever you might be using this.

I am a bit worried about this anti-tampering locking mechanism though. I dont know what constitutes tampering, and am afraid to mess with it. But I think it should be okay as long as you dont go at it with a lock-pick (something a thief might actually try using).

by: S. Callender (West Palm Beach, FL USA)
on: Tuesday, 20-July-2010

Bought this for my laptop for a 39 hour train trip because its just one piece and had a keyed lock; Im very satisfied. Its easy to use and doesnt add a lot of weight to my laptop bag.