Re: [Sheflug] he-he... can't open computer's cover...

[Richard Lowe <nospam [at] Btinternet.com>]

* Ian Wright (Ian [at] iw63.freeserve.co.uk) wrote:
> Hi Guennadi,
> 
> Yes, the lock often physically locks the cover onto the computer. There is
> no easy solution to the problem, I guess you'll just have to resort to
> hairpins and a lot of patience to pick the lock. If its of any help - the
> lock works by rotating a bar into a slot on the other part of the case. If
> you can prise the case open far enough you may be able to get a hacksaw
> blade in to cut through this bar but I doubt it, they are usually quite well
> made. Is it a flat-key lock or a tubular-key lock? Perhaps I can tell you
> how to pick it off list.

There are guides to such things on various websites.
But, if you are able to take the computer back if it doesnt work, etc.
Is there any reason you couldnt take it back and ask for the key :)

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