Dissecting Locking RJ-45 Jacks

During a recent search for new networking equipment I stumbled upon “locking” RJ-45 jacks. Due to a round of lost in translation the word “locking” as in fixating or fastening was translated to “abschließbar” - “lockable” as you’d do with a door. The description also stated enhanced security for areas with higher security requirements such as banks, airports and schools. Costing only 4€ and an extra 4€ for the “key” I just couldn’t resist to give the security benefits a test drive.

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