Secure docking unit for a portable computer

摘要

In summary, there is provided a docking unit coupled with a portable computer comprising: a key hole into which a key is rotatably inserted, the key having a first key position, a second key position, and a third key position; first safety means operating in response to key position, whereby a portable computer and a peripheral device are so secured at the first key position as to prevent removal of the portable computer and the peripheral device from the docking unit; and second safety means operating in response to key position, whereby the peripheral devices are so secured at the second and the third key positions as to prevent removal of the portable computer and the peripheral device from the docking unit.