Data storage device security system
US7507096B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2200/1639
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A locking data cable (24) is disclosed. The data cable (24) includes a data plug (26) and an associated lock (32). When the data plug (26) is engaged with a data port (16) of a data storage device (12), an actuator (38) of the locking data cable (24) may be used to change the lock (32) from an unlocked position to a locked position.
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