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> I remember locking cases WAY back in the XT and 286 era, (I think they were
> mainly IBM units) but thought that by the 486 days they had become
> unpopular.
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> I believe the telling factor is the shape of the keyhole. If it is a
> straight slot, then it is a case lock. If the keyhole is circular, it is an
> electronic switch.
just b/c everyone else is adding to this, I can't resist:
I have a BRAND NEW addtronics 7896A [of which SuperMicro SC-750A is an oem
release]. This is a server case, with removeable swing-open doors, removeable
face-place, and space for redundant power-supplies.
The face-plate fastens the doors closed, and there is a tubular-key lock on that
face-plate. That lock fastens the case. No wires attached, no keyboard disable.
I realize that this is a server case, not in the same league as a desktop and/or
tower, but the original post'er said that 486 case was a server case too.
I concur with a previous post-- just take that case to a locksmith; should cost
no more than $15 to pick that lock... & don't be surprised if it takes them no
more than 2sec ;D
David
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