Chapter 4. Installing Options 43Installing a Rope Clip - desktop modelTo help prevent hardware theft, you can add a 3/16 inch or 5 mm Rope Clip and cableto your computer. After you add the security cable, make sure that it does notinterfere with other cables that are connected to the computer.To install a Rope Clip:1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover - desktop model” on page 34.2. Use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to remove the two metal knockouts.3. Insert the Rope Clip through the rear panel; then attach and tighten the nuts withan appropriately sized or adjustable wrench.4. Replace the computer cover. For more information, see “Replacing the cover andconnecting the cables - desktop model” on page 44.5. Thread the cable through the Rope Clip and around an object that is not a part ofor permanently secured to the building structure or foundation, and from whichit cannot be removed; then fasten the cable ends together with a lock.1 Rope Clip2 Bolt holes3 Nuts• To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.• To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting thecables - desktop model” on page 44.What to do nextTo work with another option, go to the appropriate section.What to do next:
