Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac)

by Kensington

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 2 x 8.5 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000K4KH
• Item model number: 64068E
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (117 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #3 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Cable Security Devices
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Styling design won't block notebook ports or lift a notebook off the desk. View larger

Deter thieves from stealing your notebook and the personal information on it. Patented T-bar locking mechanism and super-strong carbon tempered steel cable provide maximum protection that attaches to the standard Kensington security slot found in 99% of notebooks, and many flat panel monitors, desktops, projectors, printers, docking stations, tablet PCs, and other devices. Secure, protect and lock down your computer and leave it safe.

The Kensington Microsaver notebook lock and security lock is 6 feet in length designed using a 5.5mm thick, super-strong, steel composite cable with a carbon tempered steel core. Its built-in defense system guards against lock tampering. The lock is easy to install and can be used to secure your laptop in the office or when traveling.

The lock features a sleek styling and design won't block notebook ports or lift a notebook off the desk. Custom keying options are available in a master access, shared access, or supervisor-only access and includes 2 keys and a rubber cable tie for cable management.

Kensington Lock Comparison Chart
	ClickSafe	ClickSafe Master Keyed - On Demand	ClickSafe Anywhere	ClickSafe Twin	MicroSaver	Micro DS	MicroSaver Retractable
Model Number	K64637WW	K64663US	K64661WW	K64638WW	64068F	K64590US	K64538US
Key Type / Lock Type	Flat / Disc Style	Flat / Disc	Flat / Disc	Flat / Disc	Round / Barrel	Flat / Disc	Round / Barrel
Security Anchor Locking
Security Slot / T-Bar Locking
Cable Length	6'	6'	6' & 4'	5' 8"	6'	6'	4'
Master Key Available
Number of Devices Secured	1	1	2	2	1	1	1
Lifetime Warranty

Product Description

The Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable deters thieves from stealing your notebook and the personal information on it. Patented T-bar locking mechanism and super-strong carbon tempered steel cable provide maximum protection that attaches to the standard Kensington security slot found in 99% of notebooks, and many flat panel monitors, desktops, projectors, printers, docking stations, tablet PCs, and other devices. Secure, protect and lock down your computer and leave it safe. The Kensington Microsaver notebook lock and security lock is 6 feet in length designed using a 5.5mm thick, super-strong, steel composite cable with a carbon tempered steel core. Its built-in defense system guards against lock tampering. The lock is easy to install and can be used to secure your laptop in the office or when traveling. The lock features a sleek styling and design won't block notebook ports or lift a notebook off the desk. Custom keying options are available in a master access, shared access, or supervisor-only access and includes 2 keys and a rubber cable tie for cable management.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

112 of 118 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Notebook physical security doesn't get much easier, February 2, 2002

By 

Jamie R. Wilson (New York, New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac) (Personal Computers)

When it comes to notebook physical security you need a device that will deter crimes of opportunity -- such as those presented by leaving your notebook at your desk at work or at a table in a library while you browse the shelves. If you want to protect your notebook from a determined thief, buy a safe.

Most cable security devices are going to provide about the same amount of security so you need to focus on ease of use. If a device is easy to use, then you're more likely to use it and use it properly. The Kensington system doesn't get much simpler. It consists of a cable, which is wrapped around a reasonably unmoveable object, and an attached key lock that attaches directly to your notebook's security slot.

Compare the Kensington system with the Curtis 06414 system and you'll probably agree that the Kensington system is far easier to use. Compare it's 1 piece system to the Curtis system which uses a cable, a seperate metal piece that hooks to the notebook's security slot and a seperate lock that connects that piece to the cable. That's 3 seperate pieces, a little more effort to hook everything up and the possibility of losing that tiny metal piece the whole system depends on.

I've used both the Kensington and the Curtis systems at work and have found the Kensington system to be far easier to use. I put one key on my keyring, put the other key someplace safe and can toss the cable into my bag and be good to go. With the Curtis system, I had to make use of its storage bag just so I wouldn't lose the individual pieces. I'm also sure the extra effort required to setup the Curtis system will prevent some people from using the device as much as they should.

The Kensington system costs a little more money, but it is definitely worth it. It's my choice for my personal notebook.

73 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice deterrant, for the price, but don't expect this to do more, January 1, 2006

By 

D. B. Spalding (Korova Multimedia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac) (Personal Computers)

As one reviewer pointed out succinctly, this is a deterrent. Get up and leave your laptop for a few minutes, this lock makes a good deterrent from the casual, opportunity-driven thief. No, it won't prevent someone vandalizing your laptop. No, it won't stop a thief with a good cable cutter. So if you see anyone at the cafe or library with a cable cutter, think twice. Oh, you would anyway? I thought so. Some reviewers here must think you have no common sense. So let's assume you do. You're considering this one because it's a very AFFORDABLE deterrent. Another Kensington with an alarm may appeal to you if you want wander a few feet out of sight of your laptop, and want an audible alarm if someone tries to yank it off -- but then, who in their right mind will try to defeat a laptop with an alarm in a library? It's all a matter of risk assessment. If you think you may be leaving your laptop in a place where passersby possess industrial-grade cable cutters or the knowledge to defeat alarms, then perhaps you don't want to leave our laptop at all.

So this affordable little cable is a suitable deterrent where you feel it's appropriate for the risk. A relatively benign public location ... your place of work where your laptop isn't accessible to anyone but employees and staff ... a hotel, where only the staff have access to your room. These are places where the risk of theft is minimized, and this easy-to-use cable lock is probably quite appropriate.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Top-notch laptop security, August 27, 2006

By 

Wendy R. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kensington 64068F MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac) (Personal Computers)

This is a tremendous product that is exceptionally simple and effective. I bought one for my laptop when I entered college. I secured it to a part of my desk, and could then ease my mind when my roommate's friends would come and go, if we had study groups, or if someone managed to break in. I worked at the superintendent's office of my dorm and heard tons of complaints about laptops being ripped off, and this is a terrific solution to protect your valuable investment.

The cable is also extremely strong. I ended up losing my keys to the lock and had to have a locksmith come to my dorm to undo the lock. It took him 2 hours with professional equipment to cut through the cable. Then, I took the laptop into his shop, and it took him another 40 minutes to extract the lock part from the slot in my computer. Now, I make sure to write down the little security code on the key so I can order a replacement set, but that experience really confirmed my faith in the safety of the set-up.

Overall, an indispensable item for college, and a great device for other laptop owners, as well.