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Model:
PA417UCCL
SKU:
8848378
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 422 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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90%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the DEFCON Coiled Cable Security Lock for its security features, ease of use, portability, and affordable price. Many customers appreciate the convenience of the combination lock for quick unlocking. However, some customers have concerns about the thickness of the cable and its compatibility with certain laptops.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Dont Waste Money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I Tried this without reading reviews or doing any research. Didn't work with my HP laptop. I couldn't even install it. After looking at users on YouTube, I found out that this was not a good product to purchase.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It's ok

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Saw it on sale. Bought it to give a try. Works okay.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sadly did not work for my laptop

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lock was not standard. Salesperson said it'd work.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Seemed Cheap

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The lock actually wouldn't work. We set up the code but it would not open back up. Thank goodness we tested before putting it in computer. Return was easy though.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    lock size

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The lock was the wrong size for the computer we got and had to return it. They should have sizes or manufactures of laptops that it fits to.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Didn't fit laptop

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was told this was a universal laptop lock. Certainly doesn't fit Lenovo laptops way too small!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Wouldn't fit in HP computer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lock would not fit / turn correctly in the HP pavilion x360 computer. I had to return it

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Returned

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Returned this item as it didn't fit my laptop. Manufacturer should print comparable laptop brands on the cover

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Nadda!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing did not fit my laptop. I brought it, took it back, brought it again and then let a store representative set the combination just to make certain that I was doing it correctly. It still did not work. Then it came with some sort of table bolting mechanism or thingamagig.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't work with laptop

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this lock for my son to take with him to college and use with his new gaming laptop. It locks but the tumbler doesn't work correctly and it's easy to figure out the combination. I had to return it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Poor quality; did not work out of the box. Numbers for security code do not turn. Returning. Not recommended

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    not very secure

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It would not stay connected to the slot on my computer. The dial would not turn .

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not very good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lock was very difficult to use. The combo was very hard to reset.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Did not fit my computer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It did not fit between my power plug and USB dongle.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Security

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does what is made for

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used this product for several of the computers where I work. It is a solid piece of equipment. It works well and does what it is supposed to do. It is easy to change the code and it is easy to attach to a laptop or desktop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    cable review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this cable fit and worked nicely for my laptop and was a reasonable price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Cable length

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Weak cable. My TV set was stolen.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I know these are usually used for laptops, though I had a TV that I didn't want stolen and it had a kensington lock slot on the back. However, the cable is really weak and thin. The thief who stole my TV used a long steak knife and cut through it in a matter of seconds, then walked out the door with my Flat Screen TV. I would have gone with a much thicker cable. This was the only thing the store had in stock when I was asking about kensignton locks. The only pro I would give, is that the wall hook ring looks pretty sturdy and I like the design of it. If you want to ensure your stuff doesn't walk away so easily, find something with a much thicker cable. This product gives the illusion of security. Perhaps go to a hardware store to determine just how thick of cable you would be comfortable with, then search online for a kensignton lock that offers that thickness. If I ever get another TV with a kensignton lock slot, I will definitely by a product with a thicker cable.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Cable length

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Does its job

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works fine. No problems. Luckily it hasn't been tested on performance yet. The cable length is a bit short - Like on many things the manufacturer has to keep the cost down somewhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for locking PC

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this to make sure Laptop doesn't disappear. Not the most secure but better than nothing

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This kind of security is very good for my computer.

    I would recommend this to a friend