Targus DEFCON CL Laptop Computer Cable Lock for Laptop Computer and Desktop Security (PA410UCCL)

There's not much to say about this product- it does what it's designed to do, secure a monitor (or laptop) to a desk. I bought several of them to secure monitors I was using at a tradeshow so I could leave my booth throughout the day and overnight without worry. No problems. I suppose someone could still rip off your equipment if they had no concern for ripping out the VGA port, but at that point there's really nothing you can do to stop the thief.

This is a very well designed device with pretty high quality parts. It also comes with a nice set of accessories to fully secure the cable. The only trouble with this device is that most new laptops do not have threaded connector for VGA cables or use HDMI/DisplayPort; thus, you cannot secure this device to these laptops. I use this to lock my Dell E-series docking station to the desk and use another portable cable lock for the laptop. This allows me to undock without playing with any locking devices. You can also lock down VGA projectors that have threaded connectors. With the recent drop in prices this is a steal. If you have the right device then this is highly recommended.

I needed to secure the TV I bought for my Son's dorm. The regular laptop locks don't work for a TV because they don't have the place to connect it. This seemed like the only choice I had and it worked perfectly. On top of that, this lock was cheaper then most of the other locks.Unlike others in this review, I was able to set the combination to a new number without any problems. Just make sure that you use one of those small screw drivers to push the screw in and then turn it.

Just plain doesn't work at all. First, it seems the directions for changing the combo are wrong. The screw won't turn as indicated, so the combo can't be changed from 00000 (unless there is a hidden secret). Second, once you plug the connector into the lock (it goes together very easily), it will never unlock. Period. Now, they've had plenty of time to amend the instructions. I suspect the entire production is defective in design.Let's see. What's wrong with this picture. 1. The combo will always be 00000. (That'll stop a thief). 2. You'll never be able to unlock the lock. Talk about secure!At least I tried it before attaching it to the PC! And Amazon is good about supplying a return postage label. Why are they trying to sell this junk? I got two different no-brands that are fine, and the name brand is the bad one!

This device can not be used on all lap tops or desktops. Many computer ports do not have a place to use two screws for tightening the device to them. That was not useful for my son, but that could be for many others.

This seems like a very nice, durable lock. The only problem I had is that I didn't check my laptop thoroughly before I bought the lock, so when I tried to put it in I found that my video port didn't have a place for the two screws-- making it useless. But if you have a hole for screws on either side of your video port, definitely buy.

This lock was one of my purchases to go along with my new computer. I live in a dorm room and kids now-a-days cant be trusted. This lock works great, locks into a provided VGA thru cable. The only way they will steal this is by cutting the cable with a strong pair of clippers or ripping out my video port, or if they know the combo. Otherwise great lock, I feel sure that they wont be able to walk out with my computer.

It attaches to a 15-pin VGA connector. Easy to put on but the instruction came with mine on changing the combination might have the changeable and set position stated in reverse. Should stop a casual thief. Don't think any of the cables can stop a determined thief (with a cable cutter for example) anyway.Interestingly, currently there are 3 sellers of this item eligible for free super saver shipping yet the selling price range from 6 bucks to 30 bucks.