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What type of notebook lock should I get?

Discussion in 'Accessories' started by nmsystms, Aug 6, 2006.

nmsystms Notebook Enthusiast

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I want to get a good laptop lock to protect it from thief. Can anyone please recommend a good laptop lock? What is better key or combination?

Also can some one please explain the difference between these two locks:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16834999618

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16834999636

Both of the locks above connect to the security slot on the notebook. I came across another lock that has a different approach

The MobileEdge SecuriCable Which connects to the VGA port.

Do you think this would be more secure? Does anyone here have this lock or know where I can find reviews?

nmsystms, Aug 6, 2006

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Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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Both the Kensington locks seem to be combination ones, it is just that the second one is retractable into a holder.

I have the MicroSaver combination one myself, it is a very good lock, but I rarely use it.

I am not so sure about the VGA port one. Haven't heard anything good about it yet.

Gautam, Aug 7, 2006

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how do you know what kind of lock fits into what kind of notebook?

i.e. what will fit in the e1705....it just looks like a 1/4 inch slot.

chris2pher71, Aug 7, 2006

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