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πŸ”’ Kensington N17 Dell Laptop Lock - Combination (K68008WW) Black: Secure Your Device with Ease Review

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Details

BrandKensington
ColorBlack
MaterialCarbon Steel, Plastic
Item Dimensions LxWxH1.7 x 0.4 x 1.25 inches
Lock TypeCombination Lock

Description of πŸ”’ Kensington N17 Dell Laptop Lock - Combination (K68008WW) Black: Secure Your Device with Ease

Laptop Lock for Dell laptops fits seamlessly into Dell and Alienware laptops with the wedge type lock slot. Resettable 4-wheel Number code with 10, 000 possible combinations. Push-button design for one-handed engagement to easily attach lock. Unique lock engagement creates the strongest connection between the lock head and slot; 6' long carbon steel cable is cut-resistant and anchors to desk, table or any fixed structure. TAA compliant, and independently verified and tested for industry-leading standards in torque/pull, foreign implements, lock lifecycle, corrosion, key strength and other environmental condition.

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Poor design and low quality

The digital wheels are very small and difficult to turn individually without turning the others. The numbered wheels don't line up with the center mark, so it's not clear what number it is. The cable dangles when trying to install the lock, causing inconvenience. It is difficult to insert the wedge lock head into the laptop. It costs more than it should. I would throw it away and not return it but I want the manufacturer to know this is not a good product so they will return it.

Pros
  • Pleasant
Cons
  • Unreliable

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Actually fits a newer Dell device

I bought a "universal" cable for a laptop that turned out not to be "universal" at all. Returned it and received the exact new Dell laptop model my client had and it works and fits like a charm. When looking for a cable lock for your laptop, always check the size and type of security slot for your specific model. Besides the fit, it had a good length, the combination was easy to adjust and it had a convenient opening and closing mechanism. Teeth that fit into the security slot. Connecting your…

Pros
  • Lots of positive emotions
Cons
  • Fading

#1 Takeaway - buy a Kensington lock! I love this product. But I probably picked the wrong Kensington. The combination wheels are too small for my fingers. I'm 6ft 3in tall so I should have expected that. If you have medium-sized hands, buy this product. If you have larger hands, fatter fingers, or arthritis issues, Kensington offers the same keyed product instead of combination locks.If you're trying to choose between a keyed lock and a combination lock?Keyed locks have the disadvantage that…

Pros
  • also understandable for old people
Cons
  • A bit of variety

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very difficult to lock, unlock

Unfortunately this is the only cable lock for my new Dell laptop. The wedge-type is small and difficult to hit, but my main gripe with the slider is; Due to the small size, I find it difficult to push a button, insert a wedge, depress and turn the lock without moving one or more toggle switches and thereby holding the lock open. Even the illustration shows how to stick your fingers into the toggle switches for one-handed operation. As soon as I use it without touching the toggle switches, it…

Pros
  • Same as everything before
Cons
  • Older model

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Works as advertised: Laptop accessory

This works as expected - it would be better to have more swivel base and better mold quality. The price is higher than previous generation models with limited enhanced security. I wouldn't expect seam shaping and poor quality even at this price point. The lock is only meant to keep honest people honest and discourage people from stealing. The cable doesn't look very premium, but it's securely attached to the laptop with no risk of it falling out. The cable is not designed to withstand high…

Pros
  • Stylish and modern design
Cons
  • No performance

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Works great with Latitude 5501

I have previously purchased a Kensington combo lock for my Latitude 5501 and it did not fit. It was also listed as compatible so I tried it out and it fits the hole and locks. This is a one key lock, not a combination, so be careful where you put the key. One thing that impressed me is how small the lock head is. I'm used to big, awkward things dangling from the side of my laptop, but that's not the case here.

Pros
  • Quality construction
Cons
  • Definitely bad product

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works as stated: Notebook Accessory

It would be better to have a larger pivot base for better casting quality. The price is higher than previous generation models with limited enhanced security. I wouldn't expect seam shaping and poor quality even at this price point. The lock is only meant to keep honest people honest and discourage people from stealing. The cable doesn't look very premium, but it's securely attached to the laptop with no risk of it falling out. The cable is not designed to withstand high shear (cutting) forces,

Pros
  • TAA Compliant and independently validated and tested to leading industry standards for torque/traction, third party tools, lock life, corrosion, key strength and other environmental conditions
Cons
  • Lightly dented

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Actually fits newer Dell machines

I bought a "universal" cable lock for a laptop that wasn't "universal" at all . Returned it and received the exact new Dell laptop model my client had and it works and fits like a charm. When looking for a cable lock for your laptop, always check the size and type of security slot for your specific model. Besides the fit, it had a good length, the combination was easy to adjust and it had a convenient opening and closing mechanism. Teeth that fit into the security slot. Connecting your laptop…

Pros
  • Dell laptop lock fits Dell and Alienware laptops perfectly with wedge lock slot
Cons
  • Out of fashion

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Lock for Dell. Some Dell models are difficult to lock.

I bought this lock because it was the only one that fit the smaller key cutout on my Dell laptops. When I put the lock in the hole for my Dell XPS 15 it goes in with no problem. However, when I put the lock in the hole for my Dell Latitude 3410, the spring-loaded latch doesn't always close. I have to turn the lock until it reaches the point where the latch fully closes to its original position. Then I can lock it. When it comes time to remove the lock, I have to twist it into the right position

Pros
  • Resettable four wheel number code with 10,000 possible combinations. One hand snap in push button design for easy lock installation
Cons
  • Unbelievable price