System and method for locking computer

Details System and method for locking computer System and method for locking computer

2006-07-01

2008-12-30

Gandhi, Jayprakash N (Department: 2835)

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

C361S679090, C361S689000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07471508

ABSTRACT:
A computer has a cover supporting a display and a base supporting a processor and hingedly coupled to the cover. A locking assembly includes a locking mechanism that is advanceable into a lock hole of the computer and that can be tethered to a stationary object to prevent theft of the computer. As the locking assembly is advanced into the hole, it moves a coupling that blocks the computer's cover latch mechanism from releasing the cover from a closed position against the base of the computer, thereby also locking the computer in the closed configuration.

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