Targus PA496U DEFCON VPKL - Video Port Key Lock

Average customer rating: 2.5

Never trust this product.
Have an iBook? Don't buy this lock!
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Lock changes combination by itself - Do not buy
Once it's on it may never come off.

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Targus PA496U DEFCON VPKL - Video Port Key Lock

Manufacturer: Targus
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B00009EFQH

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Product Description

The DEFCON Video Port Combination Lock (VPCL) is the only system that combines a galvanized steel cable with a high quality 4-digit resettable combination lock and is designed to fit the video port of any desktop/notebook computer. With up to 10,000 user-settable combinations, this keyless security cable lock is hassle-free. Simply secure your computer to an immovable object and your DEFCON VPCL will deter thieves from trying to steal it. The DEFCON VPCL utilizes a specially designed pass through video cable to allow the use of your monitor/projector while the DEFCON VPCL is secured. The DEFCON VPCL's unique serial lock design makes this product truly one of the toughest and strongest locks out in the market place.

Amazon.com Product Description

Deter would-be computer thieves by attaching Targus' DEFCON video-port key lock (VPKL). The affordable and universal DEFCON VPKL locks onto any desktop or notebook computer with a video port and requires no screws or any kind of special base plate. A video-bypass cable allows continued access to a monitor or projector, ensuring you're outfitted with both security and convenience. One of the toughest and strongest security locking devices available, the PA496U uses a patented, 6.5-foot stainless-steel cable coated in vinyl.<P> <b>What's in the Box</b>
Locking cable with integrated PC video connector, a set of 2 keys, a data sheet, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews:

Never trust this product........2006-11-18

I bought this product less than a year ago. 2 days ago, I locked my laptop and tried to unlock it. But I couldn't. It was somehow messed up and the combination did not work. I HAD TO CUT IT!!! I don't know how it got messed up but I'm sure that it was not study enough to last long.

Have an iBook? Don't buy this lock!.......2006-10-19

I posted a review two weeks ago, but it hasn't appeared, so I'm trying again...I bought this lock two years ago. It has always been difficult to remove. (Note: despite what some other reviewers seem to think, it does NOT have a motion detector - that's a different lock.) Recently, the lock decided to remain firmly inside my iBook, despite my efforts to remove it. After a fruitless call to Targus's customer support, I finally got it out. That took over 30 minutes of struggle. My next step was going to be purchasing a hack saw. Apparently, the Targus lock is not a good fit for iBooks. I'm going to send mine back and demand compensation. If you own an iBook, I strongly suggest you buy a lock made by someone other than Targus.

Targus PA400U DEFCON 1 Ultra Notebook Computer Security System.......2006-09-08

I had this for approximately 2 years. It worked fine for couple of months but suddenely started to activate the alarm without any disturbances. One day I left my laptop attached the alarm in my office for about half an hour. During this period, the alarm was activated and I was embarrased to face my office workers. This is without increasing the sensitivity of the alarm. I sent it back to Targus and they were nice enough to give me a new alarm. But after several months, it started the same problem.
So, now I am afraid to use this security system with my laptop. But I did not face problems like changing the combination by its own. You can use it without the alarm activation (i.e: without batteries) but the cable is so thin, it is not recommended to protect any valubles.

Lock changes combination by itself - Do not buy.......2006-09-03

I have been using this lock for a few months without changing the combination. Suddenly I could no longer open it as it appears that the lock has changed its combination by itself.

I called engineering in the hotel I was staying in to help me. It took them less than a minute to cut the cable with ordinary pliers.

Once it's on it may never come off........2006-08-26

While I don't have any evidence to refute the package claim that it "attaches to any notebook", once attached to my son's computer it was almost impossible to remove. It took 10 minutes to get it off and we were pulling so hard I thought we would damage the computer. We will be returning it. Not recommended.

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