Physical security for 2023 Mac Mini

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KayFlo202 Author

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Physical security for 2023 Mac Mini

Since there is no slot for a cable lock, what is the best option for securing the physical box when I’m away?

iPhone 6s, iOS 15

Posted on Mar 18, 2023 3:37 PM

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Answer 1

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Kurt Lang

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Mar 19, 2023 8:40 AM in response to KayFlo202

My guess would be because those cable locks are only good for stopping theft by convenience. That is, like someone stopping by your office and walking off with an unlocked device. But for a thief, they're useless against something as simple as a wire cutter.

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den.thed

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Mar 18, 2023 3:46 PM in response to KayFlo202

https://www.amazon.com/Maclocks-MMEN76-Security-Enclosure-Silver/dp/B00B1SB3K6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?

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KayFlo202 Author

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Mar 19, 2023 6:20 AM in response to den.thed

Thank you. Apple should carry these in their stores in addition to the plastic mounts. Not sure why they didn’t make a security slot on these to begin with. I appreciate the info, though.

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den.thed

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Mar 19, 2023 8:33 AM in response to KayFlo202

You're welcome.

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KayFlo202 Author

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Mar 19, 2023 11:37 AM in response to Kurt Lang

Yeh. Good point about the cable locks. I guess the Mac lock is better as long as it’s secured to a really heavy object and hidden from plain sight. 🫣

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