How big of a computer can I get through security without removing from bag?
Jul 9, 2010 | 11:04 am
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How big of a computer can I get through security without removing from bag?
Yes, this is a TS/S question, and not a Travel Tech question 
I remember reading something about TSA changing their rules on machines with screens due to the delays caused by iPads. I'm looking into getting a new computer, probably a netbook, and want to know what the rules are regarding size, so that I don't have to take it out of my bag.
I remember reading something about TSA changing their rules on machines with screens due to the delays caused by iPads. I'm looking into getting a new computer, probably a netbook, and want to know what the rules are regarding size, so that I don't have to take it out of my bag.
Jul 9, 2010 | 1:29 pm
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They simply said
Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases.
from http://www.tsa.gov/blog/2010/04/trav...books-and.html
Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases.
from http://www.tsa.gov/blog/2010/04/trav...books-and.html
Jul 12, 2010 | 9:41 pm
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Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases. It’s that simple.
Sometimes I travel with my small netbook (10"), and when travelling in the US, if I forget to take it out of my bag I get a reprimand for not doing what I was supposed to do
Jul 12, 2010 | 9:53 pm
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They simply said
Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases.
from http://www.tsa.gov/blog/2010/04/trav...books-and.html
Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases.
from http://www.tsa.gov/blog/2010/04/trav...books-and.html
Jul 12, 2010 | 11:05 pm
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This is another case of TSA consistent inconsistency. I'd say a good rule of thumb for this type of situation is this: if folds & has a keyboard (a laptop or netbook), take it out or get a X-Ray friendly case; if it's one solid piece (iPad, Kindle, Nook, other tablet-type PC), you're probably OK leaving it in your bag.
