Kensington 64343 MicroSaver DS Notebook Computer Lock with Keys (PC/Mac) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Kensington
Category: CE
List Price: $59.99
Buy New: $40.66
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New (38) Used (2) from $31.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  35 reviews
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 84.7 x 59.1 x 14.6
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty
MPN: 64343
Model: 64343
UPC: 858966434328
EAN: 0858966434328
ASIN: B000FLNS76
Release Date: May 4, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Ultra-strength carbon tempered steel cable core on 6-ft, 4.5 mm thick cable with external steel braided sheath | | • | Innovative disc-lock engineering for triple maximum security | | • | Patented T-bar locking mechanism provides superior lock strength and theft protection | | • | Easy to install and use to protect high security computer devices | | • | Fits in the standard Kensington security slot found in 99% of notebooks, CPUs, flat panel monitors, projectors, printers, docking stations, tablet PCs and other devices |
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Product Description
Protect your computer with incomparable security, the disc lock. The most advanced disc locking technology is featured with carbon tempered steel core cable, external braided steel sheath, and patented T-bar locking mechanism that attaches to the standard Kensington security slot found in 99% of notebook and computer devices. Sleek styling and design won't block notebook ports or lift a notebook off the desk 6 feet, 4.5mm thick cable Dimensions - Length 6 x Width 7.5 x Height 1.25 inch Weight - 0.5 pounds
Amazon.com Product Description
The Kensington 64343 Micro Saver DS Notebook Lock is one of the most secure ways available to protect your laptop computer from theft, with a patented cable-and-lock system. The Kensington 64343 is constructed of a six-foot cable with three layers of strength, a carbon-tempered steel core, aircraft-grade steel cable, and an external steel-braided sheath. This system also employs a patented, T-bar lock that provides superior lock strength, and advanced, nearly impenetrable disc-lock technology for the ultimate in theft protection. Easy to install and use in the office or when traveling, this system locks into the standard Kensington security slot found in 99-percent of notebooks, as well as many flat-panel monitors, CPUs, projectors, printers, docking stations, tablet PCs, and other devices. This unit features a sleek styling and design that won't block notebook ports or lift a notebook off the desk, and exceeds industry security-lock standards. The Kensington 64343 includes two keys and a rubber tie for cable-cord management, with replacement keys available through the manufacturer, and is backed by a manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 30 more reviews...
 Great cable lock December 29, 2008
As others have said this is a great cable lock. I'll try not to repeat what has already been said.
SECURITY:
This has "flat" keys but they are not simple keys; their groove pattern is sort of three-dimensional. I don't think you're going to get them duplicated at your local hardware store. Register them at the Kensington web site so you can get them replaced if you lose them.
There are many stories and videos on the web showing how to easily defeat the cylindrical locks that are used on less expensive cable locks but none of that stuff will work here!
CONVENIENCE:
The cable comes with a clip attached to it that keeps the cable coiled neatly when not in use. It is well made and works great. See one of my uploaded images.
Since the clip is permanently attached to the cable this remains a "one piece" solution with no little parts to get lost or separated from the cable lock. ("one piece" except for the keys, of course)
HOWTO:
When I first tried to use this lock it took me a minute and some minor frustration to figure it out so I have uploaded an image and will give a little explanation here. I do notice that a fair number of other reviews also mention some confusion and frustration over the workings of the lock mechanism. I hope the following helps ...
* Always hold the cylinder marked with the "K" lock symbol with one hand while turning the key with the other (see uploaded image). Because the cable attachment provides a more prominent hand-hold it is tempting to hold on to it while turning the key but the cable attachment spins freely and has no relation to the locking mechanism so holding it will not accomplish anything except by chance, leading to confusion. This may be the most important point.
* The uploaded image shows the locking mechanism in the locked position. The key is turned fully counterclockwise. This is the only position in which the key can be inserted or removed. The lock's T-bar will NOT go into nor come out of the slot on the device being protected when in this position.
* To insert the lock's T-bar into the slot you need to first turn the key as far as you can (180 degrees) clockwise. That puts the lock on the unlocked position and allows the T-bar to be inserted into the slot. In the unlocked position the T-bar lines up with the pair of pins forming an overall flat shape that will fit into the slot.
* Once the lock's T-bar is in the slot turn the key as far as you can (180 degrees) counterclockwise. This puts the lock back into the locked position and allows you to remove the key. Be sure the T-bar is fully inserted into the slot before turning the key. If it is not, this is where you might damage the surface or any outer plastic layer of your laptop.
* Take note of the orientation of the key with respect to the T-bar and the T-bar with respect to the pins when it is in both the locked and the unlocked positions. This will help you line things up when inserting the T-bar into the slot. This may be the second most important point.
I'm sure you could figure that out all by yourself but this will give you something to think about and the pictures something to look at while you wait for yours to be delivered!
 Works with new MacBook Pro Aluminum December 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The lock works just like any other laptop security cable. The keyhole seems more difficult to pick but one reviewer said someone was able to unlock it. I have used this to secure an HP laptop, the 15" MacBook Pro Aluminum and an Xbox 360. The rubber gasket does it's job in preventing unnecessary scratches from the lock.
Best buy for your peace of mind December 15, 2008
While there are other brands (many of them much more expensive) I have tried many and found this to be a very cost effective means of giving me peace of mind.
You could buy a very expensive service that MAY get your laptop back if stolen, you could buy an expensive laptop security system that requires you to GLUE pieces ONTO your laptop (very ugly and VERY messy), or you could buy a cable like this one.
For me, I have seen many laptops disappear on various campuses in various locations, including work, research labs, and dorm rooms, and have yet to hear of a successful recovery due to tracking and tracing services and software. On the other side, there are a lot of locking systems of this similar design that are very flimsily, easily broken (without trying), or have many small pieces that are easily lost.
Not this one! This product is quick to attach and detach, very portable, and VERY secure. A sufficiently motivated thief can steal anything, but most laptop thefts are from opportunist who see an easy target.
The goal is to minimize how convenient it is to steal YOUR laptop versus someone else's.
With it's easy install and portability, you can quickly secure your laptop anywhere you happen to be, whether it's your office, the library, or the coffee shop. You just have to have something big to wrap the cord around, lock it in the slot, and your done!
That being said, there are a plethora of similar products on the market (some cheaper, some more expensive) That have small pieces that are easily lost. Not this one! Some similar products have very thin cables that can be cut through with very small (hid able) lock cutters, or can be removed with a quick yank of the cable. Not this one!
Not only is it one piece, have a very long, very THICK cable, but when it locks to your computer, it is MUCH more secure than similar products. It fits snugly inside the lock slot (which this company patented BTW) but secures it from being rotated back out and locks tightly against your computer frame.
I have friends that have similar products that are clearly loose and easily broken with a screwdriver, but that isn't a problem with this guy.
Also, many of the others use the round utility keys, and these can be easily forced to work with similar keys, or even a ball point pen. This uses a deep, narrow, tamper evident lock that is very difficult to pick or to force open with a similar key.
Although there are cheaper similar locks, for a few more dollars you get a vastly superior cable lock that you can feel much safer about, without spending absurd amounts of money on tracking services or modifying your nice laptop with a clunky piece that must be glued on!
When I first saw these things, I thought that they were a good idea, but didn't think my computer had a lock slot. Upon inspection, not only does my new laptop have one, but my seven year old laptop does as well! It's so tiny it's easy to miss, and yet does the job well!
I conclusion, I want to say I have seen many of these, and tried several, and this is by far the best of them. Worth the extra expense, and can be used with almost every laptop. A great buy on Amazon!
It serves its purpose December 12, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased this lock for my new (Oct. 2008) MacBook with the understanding that it's the best lock available. I'm not disappointed. It has a rubber gasket to protect the computer from scratches, which was an issue with previous designs. The keys work well and reliably, and the cable is very thick. My only (mild) concern is that I have to be very careful about the angle I use to insert the male piece of the lock into the computer--it's very small and delicate, and it can scratch the computer if not inserted properly. However, if one inserts the lock correctly, there are no problems.
 My Microsaver DS got unlocked... November 29, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Well, I had used this Microsaver DS since I purchased it from Amazon in Sep., 2007.
A week ago, while my laptop was locked to a chair in LeXXXX library, somebody unlocked it and left with my laptop. When this theft incident happened, I was in the bathroom (for 2 or 3 mins). I depended very much on this product, but it happened. I lost everything...
I contacted Kensington, but I can't get much help from them even though its 1-yr warranty (theft coverage) was already expired.
I'd like to remind you that somebody can unlock it if he/she has to.
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