Kensington K64560US ComboSaver Portable Notebook Computer Lock
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009Kensington K64560US ComboSaver Portable Notebook Computer Lock
If your computer is stolen, it’s not just the computer that you may be missing. Theft or loss of a computer or data storage medium, make up 54% of all identity theft-related data breaches. Protect your notebook from theft wherever you go. The ComboSaver Combination Portable Notebook Lock is security that travels easily with a cable that instantly coils. Plus the low-profile lock fits great with slim notebook designs. Works with 99% of all notebooks via the Kensington Security Slot. Online registration makes it easy to retrieve lost combinations
User Ratings and Reviews
3 Stars unused – returned – did not fit laptop
I was unable to use this lock as it was not for my laptop. Returned item
4 Stars Great lock for the price.
Granted, this is not the best lock out there. But among the “decent” quality ones is one of the cheapest. If you look at the pictures, there is a little metallic tool attached to the cable that is used to change the combination, so I disagree with other reviewers that say is easy to change the combination without noticing it. I do agree with the ones that say that you should first figure out how it works before locking your computer for the first time and this applies to every lock.
The self coiling cable is good for portability but if you lock your computer from a position where the cable might get on the way then you might find it a little bit inconvenient but not really a big deal (At work I lock my computer to the Keyboard tray under my desk so the cable comes from the front).
The numbers slide reasonably well, probably not as smooth as a bank safe but good enough for the price. The lock itself is made mostly of metallic parts so it does not have a cheap plastic feeling. There is also a black rubber part at the locking point that prevents the lock from scratching the computer.
Lastly if you have doubts about compatibility, this will work with any device that supports the T-bar lock mechanism also known as security slot found in 99% of laptops, some LCD’s and other electronic devices.
1 Star The Combo-Lock…Not
I purchased this lock and quickly returned it. It “looks good on paper” but suffers from a poor design. The curly chain is too tight and is hard to work with. It is difficult to change the combination. Because of the lock’s design and difficult operation, I managed to set a wrong combination rendering it useless.
I wound up buying a PC Guardian Ezolution Ultra (thicker cable) which is much better. I think the standard model would suffice though.
5 Stars Great Invention
although some reviews say it’s hard to use, I found it fair enough to use as the design and the combination are perfect for theft protection, the coil shape helps it to be stored in a small place
5 Stars great
helps me move around without having to lug around my laptop. safe, secure and well worth it. ’nuff said.
