This dock has a Kensington lock slot so you can attach a cable lock and help stop “walk-away” theft in offices, classrooms, or shared desks. The lock is sold separately.
What you need
- A Kensington-style cable lock (any standard one that fits a Kensington slot)
- The dock
- A solid object to lock to (desk leg, metal table frame, fixed shelf bracket)
1
Find something solid to lock to
- Pick a fixed object that cannot be easily moved, like a desk leg or heavy table frame.
- Do not lock it to something loose like a chair or a light table.
2
Loop the cable around that object
- Wrap the cable around the object.
- Feed the lock end through the cable loop (if your lock uses a loop).
- Pull it tight so the cable sits snug.
3
Find the lock slot on the dock
- Look for the small rectangular lock slot on the dock.
- It is located at the back side of the dock.
4
Insert the lock into the slot
- Push the lock tip into the dock’s lock slot.
- Turn the key or dial the combination (depending on the lock type) to lock it.
You should feel it “grab” and stay in place.
5
Test it
- Gently pull the lock.
- The lock should not come out.
- The dock should stay secured to the desk by the cable.
If the lock will not fit
- Make sure it is a Kensington-style lock, not a different laptop lock type.
- Try inserting it straight in (do not force it).
- If it still does not fit, the lock tip type may be different, so use a standard Kensington-compatible lock.
Helpful reminders
- This is a theft deterrent, not a guarantee.
- Keep the key or combination in a safe place, since you will need it to remove the lock later.
