Targus PA410S-1 DEFCON SCL Notebook/Laptop Cable Lock

by Targus

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 9.2 x 11.5 inches ; 6.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006B90H
• Item model number: PA410S-1
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #56 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Cable Security Devices
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 4, 2004

Product Description

The Targus DEFCON SCL (Serialized Cable Lock) is a serialized lock with a pre-set combination. It is sold in multiples of 25 under model number PA410S. This Targus laptop security product finally provides a computer security solution for complete asset protection. The Targus DEFCON Serialized Cable Lock (SCL) is 6.5 feet of cut-resistant, galvanized steel cable that loops around any secure object and easily attaches to your laptop computer's lock slot. Our DEFCON SCL features a pre-set combination lock in which your IT Manager has access to all combinations via a secure password protected web site. The DEFCON SCL is the first laptop computer security product to offer the benefits and convenience of a keyless security solution.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Effective and secure, but not very portable, March 8, 2009

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Trevor Burnham (Cambridge, MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Targus PA410S-1 DEFCON SCL Notebook/Laptop Cable Lock (Personal Computers)

I was looking for a laptop lock that I could throw into my laptop bag and take with me wherever I need to secure my MacBook Pro (e.g. coffee shops). This more than does the job--I certainly don't worry about theft when it's in place--but it's longer, heavier and more awkward than necessary for my purposes.

I would recommend this laptop lock for stationary uses (securing a laptop to a desk, for instance), but not to someone looking for security on the go.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works as expected, can't change combo, September 24, 2008

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Jason Heiss - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Targus PA410S-1 DEFCON SCL Notebook/Laptop Cable Lock (Personal Computers)

I have one of these at work and it seems to work as expected. They include some adhesive hard plastic spacers that stick onto the end of the lock so that it is snug against your computer. I haven't had any problems using this on my MacBook Pro.

Note that this unit has a factory set combo, you can't change it. The Targus PA410U allows you to change the combo, but according to the reviews seems to be plagued with changing the combo on its own. So if you can figure out a way to remember or write down the combo (I store it in an encrypted file on my computer) then this is probably the way to go if you want a combo lock.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great, July 20, 2007

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Quynh Pham - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Targus PA410S-1 DEFCON SCL Notebook/Laptop Cable Lock (Personal Computers)

The lock works great for my macbook pro. Simple and easy to use as advertised. Only downside is that you can't reset the passcode to something you want.