| 摘要 |
<p><P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To secure notebook computers, docking stations and removable devices against theft. <P>SOLUTION: The docking station comprises: a base unit for engaging a computer; a lock 300, secured in the base unit, the lock including a body housing a lock mechanism, a key receptacle exposed in an opening on a side of the base unit, and a t-bar 302 extending from the body; an ejection mechanism (e.g., 110) on the base unit; an eject member 902 responsive to the ejection mechanism to release the computer from the base unit; a lever arm 512 having a first surface 743 for engaging the t-bar of the lock, the lever arm rotating when the t-bar moves between a locked position and an unlocked position; and a sliding member 518, responsive to movement of the lever arm, that interferes with the eject member when the lock is in a locked position such that the ejection mechanism is disabled from releasing the computer from the base unit. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI</p> |
