Product Information
Technical Details
| Brand | Autosafe |
| Item Weight | 240 g |
| Product Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 2 cm |
| Item model number | ASCB1-BLK-01A |
Additional Information
| ASIN | B002FU5P4E |
| Best Sellers Rank | 71,215 in Computers & Accessories (See top 100) |
| Shipping Weight | 240 g |
| Date First Available | 7 Jan 2009 |
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By N. Barron
Amazon Verified Purchase
Unlike many competing products the Autosafe uses a high security lock cylinder, making it much harder to defeat than combination lock or radial (circular key) devices (Google "kensington lock defeat" for details, but note that the vulnerability is NOT limited to Kensington products but to the type of lock used).
The locking mechanism on the Autosafe also adjusts to different depths of laptop lock slot, which helps compatibility. The security cable is also substantially thicker than many competing products, and comes with a velcro strap to keep it coiled when not in use. The key is "captive" when the lock is unlocked which helps prevent its loss.
There are only a couple of minor issues. The first is that the lock itself is quite large, making it impractical for "skinny" laptops and netbooks. The second is that fitting and removing is a bit fiddly and takes some getting used to.
Like all products that use a locking slot, the security offered is only as good as the slot in the laptop -- this is obviously not a vendor-specific issue though.
As far as laptop locks go, you can't go far wrong with this device.
The locking mechanism on the Autosafe also adjusts to different depths of laptop lock slot, which helps compatibility. The security cable is also substantially thicker than many competing products, and comes with a velcro strap to keep it coiled when not in use. The key is "captive" when the lock is unlocked which helps prevent its loss.
There are only a couple of minor issues. The first is that the lock itself is quite large, making it impractical for "skinny" laptops and netbooks. The second is that fitting and removing is a bit fiddly and takes some getting used to.
Like all products that use a locking slot, the security offered is only as good as the slot in the laptop -- this is obviously not a vendor-specific issue though.
As far as laptop locks go, you can't go far wrong with this device.
By Ollie
Within five minutes of using this the key snapped and I was lucky enough to get the broken remains out with a pliers. The lock is fine. It won't stop anyone who really wants your laptop. It will however stop most, opportunists.
If you do buy it be very careful using the keys. They could've used a tougher metal.
If you do buy it be very careful using the keys. They could've used a tougher metal.
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