If I used this and attached the laptop to say, my belt, would it protect it from being jerked away from me? How solid is the lock to the computer?
1844417
It's pretty solid, I can't pull it out without putting in the combination. Not sure how strong the metal is on the laptop though.
1844418
Not sure what you would do that unless somebody try to snatch it in your presence. Usually this is use while you are momentary away just like leaving a bike. If you don't leave your bike, no point of locking it. I bought three of these and they're pretty secure. Of course with heavy duty cutter can cut anything including a chain. It makes it harder for anyone to steal the one that has a secure lock. Choose the one exactly shown in the picture but compare prices.
1844419
The lock is pretty sturdy, but I can't answer how much force it would take to break it.
1844420
I think that would work. The metal part of the laptop where the lock connects is usually reinforced, so its fairly strong. I am sure it can eventually be pulled out with some work, but that would also damage the side of the laptop where the lock was connected. I think that if someone was string enough to quickly snap the lock out of the laptop, then they would be string enough to successfully threaten you into disconnecting the lock and giving them the laptop (unless you happen to be built like that as well).
1844421
This is the same lock mechanism that Kensington has used for years. It would take a really hard jerk to get it by just a quick pull. The weakest link is probably the strength of computer opening itself that probably varies from computer to computer. You might get jerked over however. I'd worry about something else.
201561
It certainly can, as it does down clip securely. But as long as I don't move the laptop around, it won't fall off.
2076022
I have the same laptop and would NOT trust it to be safe! I love this case for my laptop but it's a softer sided case rather than a true hard case... Has spongy bumps inside to protect it!
1953657
YES. And a very secure one at that. Will not come off without your help. On thicker belts you may have to slide it on versus clip it over. Will fit a wide military style belt also.
2035258
I wouldn't put a laptop in it. With that much weight the clips may give way. I put my iPad in there, but I saw that with much more weight the snaps came open. This could result in a laptop on the ground.
884985
I use it w/ my 17" laptop & yes, it is safe & secure...no bouncing. it sits firmly. Hope this answer helps.
2244389
We're using ours to keep our cats from pushing through the screen. Having said that, it appears to hold pretty solidly once installed. It seems to hold well when I push on it, but I'm sure with enough force it might break loose. I'm mindful that it is designed/intended to keep little kids from being able to push through it. Once installed it really seems pretty secure.
1347138
You are exactly right and that is a drawback, the only one I can think of. My laptop has little "feet" that help to hold it in place but it still slides off from time to time. I've been looking for a small piece of silicone or rubber to prevent that issue but for me it hasn't been a deal breaker; it was for my daughter though. Good luck!
1637591
It was purchased for another employee - they like it - they use their laptop on it - it is not currently handling anything that vibrates - - I would gather that after a while with constant vibration it would loosen to some degree.
727362
Hi AJ! No there isn't a way to secure the laptop in the case, but it fits pretty snuggly in there. The case is a little stiffer than I thought it would be it's like a stiff canvas on the outside.
119759
Very true. My laptop has a rounded front. The low height of the pegs and the weight of the laptop combined leaves the laptop in a very vunerable position. It's slid off a couple of times.
1281831
Yes. The entire stand is made of sturdy plastic and does not bend when my laptop is on it. But... if you're going to be banging away on the laptop vice using an external keyboard, I would suggest you invest in some Velcro to hold the laptop into position as it will slide around on the stand's surface if you don't. There are no 'locks' -- it is only a stand.
1796807
It closes fairly securely. I don't know if the laptop would come out if dropped, I try never to drop mine!
1294679
Yeah it is. Plus where you place the laptop is rubbery so your laptop wont fall off.
136652
Not sure, does what I needed,but be aware the wire inserts are removable.That said perhaps they can become dislodged and Laptop can tumble. I guess it would depend on where it is kept,enclosed space, probably okay,open space, I wouldn't!
606060
You close your laptop and it won't move. If you are carrying it open then make sure you carry the up right
1386388
U tube abounds with ways to get around this lock. Some involve snapping a piece off of the lap top.