Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor (K64613WW)

by Kensington

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6 x 0.5 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0036RHAFM
• Item model number: K64613WW
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #24 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Cable Security Devices
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 2, 2010

Product Description

Computer security isn't just about the hardware. It's about keeping someone from walking away with your valuable data. Create a convenient, secure anchor point for your notebook lock. Add a secure anchor point to any work surface, providing employees with a convenient and easily accessible place to lock down their computer. The Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor attaches via either industrial-strength mounting tape or security screws. And the anchor folds down and out of the way when not in use. Maximum Footprint: 3.5" (L) x 1.75" (W) x 0.5" (H Ring Down) or 2.25" (H Ring Up). Full steel construction base plate and ring with corrosion resistant chrome plating. 2 x ¾" one way slotted security woodscrews (self drilling) for maximum security.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not perfect, but it works well, May 6, 2011

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Yvonne Roche "4denise" (Lebanon, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor (K64613WW) (Personal Computers)

I bought this product to keep my laptop locked to the table in my bedroom where I keep it. I couldn't use the screws because of the table material, so I just used the adhesive. It is good and strong. Yes, I could probably get it off if I really wanted to, but if someone took the time and energy to get the anchor off I would definitely notice it. The idea is to keep someone from just walking off with my laptop when my back is turned (or I'm in the bathroom). I'm not stupid enough to think that the lock would be able to stop a determined thief who had time to work on it. It is just right for me. I bought another one for my desk, which is much sturdier. I also keep my bedroom door locked when I'm gone (I put a deadbolt on it). There isn't anything else that would be worth the money for the little bit of extra protection it would give and I'm satisfied.

If you want to keep people from taking your laptop in a public setting, you might not like this item. There aren't too many public settings where you would have authority to install it anyway. If you want to keep someone from casually walking off with your computer in a more private setting, this works well.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Confidence in anchor, September 21, 2011

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LD - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor (K64613WW) (Personal Computers)

this anchor was super easy to install but i feel very confident that it can't be easily removed from my desk. I used both the glue and the screws to secure it (better safe then sorry). Within minutes of setting to lock in place, prior to putting the screws in, i gave the lock a tug, no movement. Then I pulled harder, i realize it was only stuck for a few moments and i was stupidest to let it set for 24 hours but i wanted to check. Still after all my pulling, it didn't budge!.

4.0 out of 5 stars Does the job: makes an anchor point, December 13, 2011

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Ed Arpawong (Laguna Niguel, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor (K64613WW) (Personal Computers)

I bought two of these to attach to workspaces that do not have a convenience place to loop a security cable.

The product is a metal plate that can be fastened to a surface (more on this below) with a swivel that you can pass a security lock through. The swivel also has a Kensington security slot if you happen to have a cable that has a fitting that goes into a security slot on both ends. The plate comes with a gray plastic cover with a big "Kensington" on it. If you move the swivel around, you hear the metal clanging around -- not a security issue, but more industrial and a bit unrefined.

The metal plate attaches to a surface by adhesive tape and/or screws. The included screws are one-directional, meaning they can be screwed in, but the head design has a smooth surface (not a flat edge) so that a screwdriver cannot unscrew it.

I attached the plate to a stud in the wall to be very secure. I found the included screws a bit short so for extra security, I recommend getting additional longer one-directional screws to go deeper into the wall stud.

Bottom line is that it does the job. Could be better with longer screws and designed so that the swivel doesn't make any noise when moved around.