[He looks thoughtful for a moment, contemplating the words and the implications. Yes, removing the chips was preferable, but what if there was another alternative?]

Perhaps...though I wonder if it's possible to reprogram them, the chips. They clearly have quite a bit of functionality individually. Perhaps removing them or disabling them isn't the only option.

[ He has to think on the details, or contact Drifter to talk them over.

Besides, what Hank said next was far more interesting.]

There may be others out there, beyond the fence. [He nods.] A good point. Do you have this map? I could look into this fence, with a few others. [He's not stupid enough to go without backup.]