Cable Lock - Compaq EX Series Maintenance & Service Manual

4.4

Cable Lock

WARNING:
bracket; metal edges may be sharp. Be sure to install the bracket so that sharp edges do
not extend from the edges of the computer chassis.
Depending on the model, the computer includes a cable lock provision, which consists of
a three-piece security bracket. The bottom part of the bracket is attached to the computer
with a screw; the top part of the bracket covers the screw and prevents its removal.
1. Separate the pieces of the security bracket by bending the metal where the three pieces
join.
2. Slide the tab on the narrow piece of the bracket into the notch on the back of the
computer and rotate this piece toward the screw hole, then slide the U-shaped piece of
the bracket between the narrow piece and the computer.
3. Position both pieces of the bracket over the screw hole and secure the bracket to the
computer with the screw provided.
4. Cover the screw with the flat portion of the security bracket.
5. Install a padlock (not provided) to secure the top part of the security bracket and inhibit
access to the inside of the computer. Install a cable lock (not provided) to inhibit access
to the interior of the computer and secure the computer to a fixed object.
To remove the cable lock provision, reverse the above procedure.
4-4 Removal & Replacement Procedures
To avoid injury, use care in handling the separated pieces of the cable lock