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Pros

The locking mechanism is strong and the cable is thicker than other brands. This this is hefty with a stiff and sturdy cable.

This lock works well with my newer dell laptop. If your laptop takes this connector, this is a great lock to have to stymie basic pick-up-and-walk-away type theft. It fits my laptop unlike the other * cord i bought.



Cons

The wedge type is small and hard to get in but my main complaint is the slider. Due to the smallness it is difficult for me the pull the button, insert the wedge, push and turn the lock. The cable flops around while trying to put the lock on causing a...  Read More

Tried for over an hour. Didn't & returned. Get one with key backup, this one is garbage. Unfortunately, i now have a useless cable and kensington insists.

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Quality


Good quality and fits well xps 13.


The lock works well and is easy to setup.


The product itself was defective and i could not set my own combination.


I wouldn't expect casting seams and low quality even at this price.

Price


Thank you dell for making me spend more money, couldn't do it without you!


Price is higher than the previous generational designs with limited if any increased security.

Packaging/appearance


The lock came in very secure packaging and right as scheduled.

Competitiveness


The locking mechanism is strong and the cable is thicker than other brands.


The ikea-like directions are adequate - you have to do the 6 step "reset combination" to set your initial 4-digit secret code combination.

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  • This product had a total of 641 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jun 24 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I wish there is only one type


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I was using a cable lock with keys until i lost one of the keys


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    It wont stop a thief but will be great for deterring them


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    The ikealike directions are adequate you have to do the 6 step 34reset combination34 to set your initial 4digit secret code combination


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I had to use a small screwdriver instead of a paper clip


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    How to remove it should be obvious set your secret code slide the lever on the side of the lock and pull it out of the laptop


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I still havent got over dell changing to this wedgeshaped type of security device


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Update the laptop lock finally failed after four years

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