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Portable computer docking unit having an inhibitor for inhibiting movement of a mechanical lock to a lock position

  • US 5,870,283 A
  • Filed: 03/28/1997
  • Issued: 02/09/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/28/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A docking unit for a portable computer comprising:

  • a mechanical lock having an unlock position and a lock position;

    a security key for manipulating said mechanical lock to move between said unlock position and said lock position;

    said security key being (1) detachable from said mechanical lock at said lock position and (2) undetachable from said mechanical lock at said unlock position;

    a latch securing said portable computer to said unit in response to positioning of said mechanical lock in said lock position and releasing the computer from said unit in response to positioning of said mechanical lock in said unlock position; and

    an inhibitor selectively inhibiting said mechanical lock from movement to said lock position.

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