Security and Identity theft protection are a top priority for anyone with a laptop or notebook computer. One method to mitigate this risk is to secure your computer inside a laptop safe. These steel safes allow you to safely store your valuable computer behind “lock and key” and make it much more difficult for any would-be thieves. While there are a wide variety of brand name manufacturers of laptop computer safes the most common include bolt down kits and optional, security locking cables. Many of these safes can also be used in your automobile and are referred to as auto safes or car safes.

Gary Laptop Safe

*NOTE: If the your batteries are low the LED on the front of the safe will read “LO-BAT” and the batteries have to be replaced.

If the batteries are dead, the first step in battery replacement for the Gary Laptop Safe is to open the electronic safe with your key. This will allow you to easily install the AA batteries. This series of replacing the batteries on the FireKing Gary safe is for batteries that are dead, whereby the electronic lock will not operate due to insufficient voltage.
Step 1

Uncover the round cap that has the safe logo on it. Under this plastic cap to reveal the key lock hole.

Step 2

Insert your factory supplied key, and turn it clockwise. The electronic safe door will open automatically.

Step 3

With the safe door in the open position,  close the lock and remove your key. Set the key off to the side so as to not lock it inside your safe.

Step 4

Remove the cover of the battery box that holds the batteries and replace your dead batteries with 5 batteries type AA/1,5V /Alkaline).

*NOTE: If you only press #, the LED indicator light will show “HI-BAT” or “LO-BAT”, “HI-BAT” means normal voltage and “LO-BAT” means deficient voltage, in which case the batteries need replacement.

This FireKing Gary safe is designed to offer secure protection for laptop computers and other valuables. The compact size allows easy installation on the wall or floor in a home, dorm room, office, or even your automobile. The electronic key lock provides security and easy access for any person or businesses that wants to add an additional layer of security to computer data.

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Battery Group Number

James from New York

Hi, I recently had to go and buy a battery for my car. I had no idea what to buy and pretty much had to rely on someone else to tell me what it was I needed. I don’t like feeling like I might be taken advantage of because I don’t know anything about what it is I’m after. I want to be more prepared next time. Could you explain to me what I need to be thinking about when buying a battery for my car?

Which Battery to buy?

Bestbatterytips.com

James, a lot of people have no idea what it is they need when it comes time to purchase a new battery. More times than not, they end up spending more money than needed.

Buying a battery for a car for the most part is pretty straight forward. However, if you don’t know what your after it can be very tiring. The four most important things are (Battery Group Number) (Cold Cranking Amps or CCA) (Reserve Capacity RC) and (Free Replacement Warranty).

Battery group size indicates the battery size that will fit the physical dimensions of your vehicle. Many vehicles can accommodate more than just one group size. However, that is where CCA and RC come into to play.

CCA is critical for good cold weather starting ability. It’s the number of amps a battery at 0 degrees can deliver for 30 seconds and maintain a voltage of 1.2 volts per cell or higher. Generally speaking, the more Cold Cranking amps the better.

RC is the power available to run electrical accessories if the alternator fails. It indicates the number of minutes a fully charged battery at 80 degrees can be discharged at 25 amps and not fall below 1.75 volts per cell. The higher the Reserve capacity the better.

Free Replacement battery Warranty is the amount of time you can use the battery and when it fails receive a new replacement at no additional cost. Keep in mind James that the national average for auto battery life is 40 months.

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The GunVault pistol and security safe line of electronic safes is a must have for any handgun owner. These safes offer lightning fast entry for home defense and the best safety for firearm owners that have children at home.  Today we take a look at the GunVault Mini Deluxe, manufactured from 16-gauge steel with pry-resistant doors,  it can be used to securely store a variety of items out of reach of children and unauthorized access.

The  Deluxe Models have special features that require both a power supply and AA alkaline batteries to power an interior courtesy light as well as a motion detection and audible alarm.

Like many electronic safe manufacturers, GunVault (owned by Cannon Safe) recommends the use of Duracell AA batteries.  A total of Eight
(8) AA batteries are required for the operation of the interior light, lock and audible alarm system. There is a key lock as a backup, so you can rest easy that you won’t get locked out! It is important to note that you should NEVER use a 9v battery or rechargeable batteries – they will not work with the GunVault safe brand.
Locating the Battery Tray
GunVault recommends that you locate the battery tray with your “palm up” However, we have found it to be much easier to turn the safe upside down so you can more easily locate the battery tray and remove the fastener screws.

Step 1.

Gently Pull the Foam Out

Reach inside the gun safe and locate the far end of the ceiling foam. Gently squeeze or pinch the far end of the foam with your fingers and carefully pull it part of the way out of the safe box. *imagine that you are pulling on the tongue of your shoe*  Take special care not to tear the foam loose! Afterall, you just spend your hard earned cash to buy a safe! You will find both the battery tray and mounting screws on the ceiling (or if you turned the safe upside down they will be on the bottom).

Location of Fastener Screws and Wires

Loading the Battery Tray

Step 2.

Pay close attention to the polarity of the batteries as you install them! Make sure that the ends of each battery match the positive (+) and negative (-) marking in the tray exactly. This will ensure that you do not have to repeat this step!

+ - Batteries Must Be Installed Correctly - +

Installing the Battery Tray in the Safe

Electronic Gun Safe

Step 3.

Position the safe with the door facing you. Again GunVault recommends that you have the keypad upward. HOWEVER, we have found it to be much easier to turn the safe upside down so you can more easily locate install the battery tray and fastener screws.

a)  Ensure that you have connected the power cable to the battery tray. You should hear an audible beep signal’ this cofirms that power is connected.
b) Do not pinch the power cable between the tray and the ceiling as this can cause damage to you new gun safe.
c) Gently insert the tray into position; Pay close attention to aligning the slots/holes onto the mounting studs.
d) Use the fastener thumbnuts to secure the tray inside the gun safe. Do not over-tighten the fastener thumbnuts!
e) Gently press the foam back into the GunVault so it covers the battery tray and tuck the foam lining in the far end to keep it in place.

Now you can close the door and your GunVault is ready for use!

Every GunVault safe includes standard features such as a spring-loaded door for quick access to contents, powder coated finish that resist corrosion, the no-eyes electronic keypad and a backup key lock so you do not get locked out! For gun safety the safe has a Security Sleep Mode in case of unauthorized keypad entry and special “knock outs” to use a security cable or bolt down kit for security.

After continued use you will notice a low battery warning in the form of period beeps. You will also notice in both the Deluxe and biometric electronic safe the door will not open properly when the batteries are low.

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