April 08, 2010
Kensington K64576US ComboSaver Portable Notebook Computer Lock
Posted by: kk : Category: Computer Accessories
- Self-coiling cable extends from 3-in to 6-ft
- Slim-profile lock attaches to 99% of notebooks with patented T-bar locking mechanism
- Simple to set combination with easy view window and comfort grip dials
- 10,000 personalized combination codes
- SAFE-tested for greater security and peace of mind
Product Description
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
Kensington K64576US ComboSaver Portable Notebook Computer Lock
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April 8th, 2010 at 2:30 am
I purchase a Kensington combination cable lock in July for my college-bound student. After receiving the cable, we found that it did not work and exchanged it for another. The new one worked and we gave it no further thought until school started. My daughter has been using the cable for about two weeks now and has experienced some problems with the combination not releasing. Yesterday, as she was preparing to leave for the weekend, she found that the lock would not release. One hour, 3 people and $2.00 in the parking meter later, we decided that a pair of cable cutter would be the answer. I see some reviews on other brands that have experience similiar problems. To avoid future problems of this nature, she purchased a Kensington KEYED cable lock. So now I am out the money for a cable that malfunctioned and it took simple pair of small wire cutter to defeat! I would like to know how this security cable was going to protect the computer from someone with the intent of stealing it. All it did was give us trouble. Spend the extra money and buy a cable lock with a key!
Rating: 1 / 5
April 8th, 2010 at 4:45 am
I received this in the mail today, and promptly opened the instruction booklet to try it out. All that I can say is good luck reading the instruction booklet (which has no words, only pictures!). The first thing that I tried to do is change the combination number, but I could not figure out how to use the combination key changer (I couldn’t get the lock to rotate), so I called customer support (which is outsourced to another country). After fiddling around with it for a minute, the CS rep determined that I had somehow erroneously changed the number without knowing it, therefore, the lock was now useless because we didn’t know the code. He offered to send me a new one. NO WAY!
I’m telling you, if it was that easy for me to change the combination without barely doing anything, there is no way that I would attempt to use this lock to lock my laptop to anything! I would have to pay a locksmith to get it off! If you order this lock (which I don’t advise), I strongly recommend that you NOT lock your computer to anything before testing it out. I’m sending mine back for a keyed lock!!!
Rating: 1 / 5
April 8th, 2010 at 6:40 am
We purchased a number of these for theft deterrents at campus. It is nice to be able to change the combinations with each new set of student workers, but the reach and operation of the unit is a bit of an acquired talent. To lock, set the lock to your combination, insert the t-bar and then try to gently push in the tumbler until you get the alignment right. Then with the tumbler pushed in, spin the combination to lock. Reverse this to unlock. It does take some time and manual dexterity to get used to, but overall we are happy with this product.
Rating: 4 / 5
April 8th, 2010 at 9:28 am
I bought this as a more portable locking solution for my computer, since it coils up, taking less space. I set the combination correctly, put it on my computer to test, then left it in my room for a couple days. When I try to get it off, the combination doesn’t work. ?!?!?! I definitely did not make an error in setting the combination (I wrote it down and everything), and reading other Kensington lock reviews shows that the company has a long history with this kind of problem in their locks. Also, to free my computer from its shackles, I used a ~$10 pocket multi-tool plier (the kind you would find at Brookstone) with tiny wire cutters in it. It took me about 5 minutes to break the cable with this (sadly, the actual lock is still stuck to my computer). So this was a complete waste of money for me. Buy a Targus DEFCON lock, or better yet, get a thick chain. Or just watch your computer like a hawk.
Rating: 1 / 5
April 8th, 2010 at 10:44 am
I ordered this combo lock because I was worried about losing the keys and I knew Kensington to be a good brand. This product didn’t work, it would not lock. Plus it would have been very cumbersome to use if the power cord was plugged into my laptop.
Rating: 1 / 5