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    Locks for laptops

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by thomask_ing2, Jan 1, 2009.

  1. thomask_ing2

    thomask_ing2 Newbie

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    I am looking for a lock that can be used for my ASUS G series G50VT-X2.
    It is the type that is used in computer stores to keep people from stealing them. It actually locks into the laptop on the side.... the ones i seen use keys, combination is preferred....
     
    thomask_ing2, Jan 1, 2009
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  2. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    Yes.

    You can find combination locks too.
     
    PhoenixFx, Jan 1, 2009
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  3. DetlevCM

    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Kensington locks - got one and forgot the code :D (10000 combinations on the one too..)

    The problem is though, that sometime the chasis is build that badly that it easily twists out - in this case its ends up being reasonably useless...
    (my old Medion)

    Make sure the lock sits tight - if it wriggles arround its a liability...
     
    DetlevCM, Jan 2, 2009
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  4. Colton

    Colton Also Proudly American

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    Kensington locks are the best laptop locks i have used before. They have a ton of combinations, and are pretty secure in the laptop.
     
    Colton, Jan 2, 2009
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  5. DetlevCM

    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Provided the chasis is well built and not like the one on my Medion where you can just twist the lock out of it...

    Otherwise, I agree :)
     
    DetlevCM, Jan 2, 2009
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