Computer access port locking device and method
US5622064A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 10, 1996 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/5009
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device and method for locking a computer access port. In a preferred embodiment, a locking device prevents removal of devices and media installed in a computer access port, but permits air circulation, visual access, and limited physical access. The locking device has an elongated member with an L-shaped engaging portion at one end and a barrel lock mechanism at the other end.
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