Kensington K64538US MicroSaver Keyed Retractable Notebook Computer Lock

by Kensington

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.4 x 6 x 7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001912020
• Item model number: K64538US
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #33 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Cable Security Devices
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 5, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

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. Secure, protect and lock down your computer and leave it safe.

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

If your computer is stolen, it's not just the computer that you may be missing. Theft or loss of a computer or data storage medium, make up 54% of all identity theft-related data breaches. Now you can protect your notebook from theft¿and save space in your bag. The Kensington MicroSaver® Keyed Retractable Notebook lock retracts in seconds to travel easily. Specifically designed for the mobile professional, this lock combines premium notebook security with a portable design. Works with 99% of all notebooks via the Kensington Security Slot. Online registration makes it easy to retrieve lost combinations.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great idea, very thin cable, November 18, 2008

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Tom Trails "Tom Trails" (Arizona) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kensington K64538US MicroSaver Keyed Retractable Notebook Computer Lock (Personal Computers)

The photo of this product doesn't make this fact completely obvious, but the cable is about a fifth of the diameter of the standard Kensington security cables. I imagine it could be cut with a good pair of heavy duty wire cutters without too much difficulty, but it's probably good enough for the average thief.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars convenient. unsure of security., June 5, 2009

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jessops "jessops" (West Coast, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kensington K64538US MicroSaver Keyed Retractable Notebook Computer Lock (Personal Computers)

Well I suppose the only way to find out how strong the really thin cable on this is, is to go at it with pliers. But I am not about to do that. Keep that in mind. There'll always be some uncertainty and doubt in your mind about leaving your precious laptop behind.

I wish that Kensington had something to say about that - surely the thin cable is the first thing people will wonder about when they see this. Does the absence of any reassuring words mean that (1) they do actually know that it isn't the most secure and/or (2) that they think it is more a deterrent than a real security measure, but saying so will hurt their chances of selling this?

The only way to cast some of those doubts away is by using it in a relatively secure place to begin with, some place that has a steady flow of people in the first place. I would not leave my laptop behind in a coffee shop or my library or student lounge, without locking it. And in those places, I wouldn't mind using this, because any miscreant trying to fiddle with the lock or the cable is bound to be noticed. But I would probably use this only in those kinds of places. For anything that you would deem less secure and/or more secluded, go with the thicker cables. (The reason why I bought it in the first place is to use in my library, the Grad Student Center and the Chinatown bus, so I'm quite pleased with my purchase.)

The length of the cable could be a bother for some people too. It really is quite short. On a regular size table, you computer cannot be more than 1.5 or 2 feet from the edge/corner if you use this on the front leg of the table.

Unfortunately there isn't much choice out there with retractable locks (which is something I was looking for). This is the only one by a company of some repute. I searched about aplenty, including a bunch of computer stores, but this is really the only one.

The price on Amazon is quite good. I don't follow however, why it moves around about $1.

Hope this helps!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Aside from few flaws, great lock, February 3, 2009

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Al Hamilton (Toms River, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kensington K64538US MicroSaver Keyed Retractable Notebook Computer Lock (Personal Computers)

I prefer key locks (combos will sometimes get stuck in your computer), and this one is excellent. The chord is very thin, but the deterrent effect is enough to keep it safe unless you're leaving it in an empty room. My major quibble is that the chord is too short. If you are working on a wide desk or the part of the desk to which you want to tie the cable is opposite the lock, the cable will not reach.