5 Tips That WILL FIX Your Cable Management
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If you're anything like Robert, you're always looking for ways to improve your desk setup. But even the nicest setup will look sloppy if the cables aren't management properly. In this video, Robert covers five of the most important tips to improve your cable management. Stay until the end where he shares a bonus tip that he had to learn about the hard way.
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0:20 #1 Make a Plan
1:03 #2 Flexibility Required
2:24 #3 Cable Length
3:50 #4 Power Source
5:21 #5 Explore Product Options
7:11 Bonus Tip
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If you think you might have to detach and reattach your desk from it's legs very often (you probably shouldn't) here's a suggestion. Instead of screwing directly into the wood, use insert nuts. These provide a metal thread into your wooden desk for bolts to thread into. 1/4" is standard size for most furniture. That way you don't wear down the wood every time you disassemble and reassemble your desk. I used them for attaching the legs and I'm about to install some for attaching some cable management solutions.
Great video! I suggest taking in consideration factors such as humidity/temperature levels in your space when it comes to choosing between adhesives and drilled/fixed alternatives.
ALWAYS, but I mean ALWAYS -clean- the surface where you will be applying adhesive items before you do it or your hours of work will lost in a couple of days.
I also suggest to be mindful of measurements.
If you are going to drill under the desk, measure the thickness of the desk top first :) Drill to make the holes first and then screw. Keep the screws maybe not longer than half the thickness of your desk. Also use the right kind of screws...if your desk is made of wood, use screws designed for wood, not all screws are the same, and drill at SLOW speed to avoid damages.
I'm surprised there hasn't been more instructional videos like this regarding cable management. This is good! I'll use this to show folks asking how to deal with their cable mess and at a loss.
This is incredibly helpful for me, especially the fact that it is a customized desk setup with many cables being showcased. It allows for a better visualization of what a tech crowded surface can become with just a few hours of work and planning.
I picked up a nice little box with cable slots on it that sits on the floor for stashing surge protectors and excess cables in, it looks so much better with good cable management! it helped tidy up my internet and wifi devices too
Great video! I used a staple gun with a cable/wire attachment, but didn't put the cables/wires under the staple, if you use the cable/wire attachment, the staples will not go flush, so you then put a wire-tie though the staple, then around the wire, enabling you to add multiple wires and just cut the wire-tie instead of pulling the staple if you need to make changes, this also decreases the chance of damaging the wire with the staple.
Pro tip: spend some extra $ and get a rack mountable power distribution bar (pdu). They can vary in length as well as number and type of outlets, and don't cost outrageously much (about 30-40 $ if you don't go with A tier brands and many features). On many models you can rotate the fixture thingies on the sides to screw the pdu directly to the underside of the table. Being a part of the rack/server gear family they usually very durable and reliable, with very tight fit of the plugs (so they won't fall out from under the desk).
If your google skills are sharp enough you can find them in non standard lengths (longer than 19").
Depending on your patience you can even get S tier PDUs for cheap. I bought two APC models (8858 and 79-something) that cost $500+ each for about $100 combined.
I add and remove components weekly so I find that using a piece of foam board on the back between the desk and wall to just hide it all works best for me. Also I spray paint each power cable and data cable a different color to trace and unplug the right one when I need
My favorite method is to glue velcro strips to the under side or back of the desk along edges or other planned cable paths. I always put more than needed that way if you have to remove or add a cable you can undo one and not have to worry about everything coming undone.
i love how the cable management is basically just hiding all the mess in a box.
even if u have a cable management tray or box, the cables should be neat and not clumped into a bunch and crossing all over
Cable management box looks like the best part of the management but, at $191.00 seems like it is grossly over priced. There must be something in a Home depot that could do the same thing. Maybe a gutter with a cap on it? Or an electrical type elongated box ( might have to DIY paint it ), but would hide all the cables and attach under the desk.
I use velcro strips screwed to the desk that the ends wrap around the cables then clip on each other. Works great.
4x monitors, 2x desktops, UHF radio, VHF radio, HF radio, portable radioS charging baseS, phone charger base, watch charger base and so much more. HEAPS of stuff, more than mentioned here. Behind the kick board (back of desk) is BUSY but clean and the top is sweet looking. Inside the feet area is clean and even to the desktop towers is decent.
There's some things I'd modify a little if I pulled the desk out for rebuilt (v4) but I've got it pretty decent ... enough that even the dog laying under the desk doesn't rip things out.
Such good advice! And that never gets old.
Great tips thank you so much 😊
I got an 8 outlet workbench powerstrip from a large home improvement store. It has a 4' long cord to plug into the wall and each outlet is a few inches apart so no more issues with bulky power cables blocking an outlet.
I have it screwed into the underside of my desk and use a couple little wire cable trays to hold any power bricks and my network switch.
Sounds like a great solution. You can never have too many outlets! - RG
Great info, Thanks!
Great video! Do you have any ideas on how to cable manage an uninterrupted power supply? They are just so Chonky and everything has to plug into it.
Many people dont mention this but it does take lots of time to do. For me I have a laptop setup and 1 safe search under my desk and sometimes chunky wires or boxes are just annoying to fix and put in. 1 more thing. If you have lots of stuff like a mouse headset controller laptop iPad, and etc then I suggest getting 2 or more safe searches so you have space to plug everything in.
I always like using double-sided velcro. I can take a strip and screw it to the desk if I want it to stay permanent. Also I can easily use it to bundle cables together with easy access to add or remove cables.
Great suggestions!
Awesome tips thanks.
Great video!!!!
Thanks!
It would be nice if you also included how to handle using a UPS since they are often really heavy and will have multiple devices plug into them.
Fantastic video and tips!
I'm happy to hear it was helpful! - RG
Great ideas!
Can you provide a link to the desk?
For wide plugs and power bricks, I personally use 6 Inch or 1 Foot heavy-duty extensions. They don't work in all situations but have saved me space and sanity often enough.
Great tip. We do this with the desks in our video sets all the time with the big macbook charger. Thanks for watching! - RG
you have a nice wood plank on your desk, can you recommend where did you buy it?
I want to attach 34 inch wide monitor in the same way and I think it's a bit fat stuff and seems like generals desks would struggle with it
My new Fully Jarvis on its way, this video was needed! Thx
Get those wires tidy! -GK
Very useful video!
Glad it was helpful for you! - RG
I didn't see this in any other comments so I'll add my idea here. I know they are pricey but if you ditch the hardware store quality 6 gang outlet strip for a PDU (Power Distribution Unit) for a computer rack they are much more forgiving to needing 10 plus outlets. My wife and I have desks side by side and I have two PDU's screwed to the underside of our desks. She is using 8 of the 10 plugs on hers and I am using all 10 plus 3 in the UPS as well. Best part about the PDU's is that there are no switches to accidently bump to the off position. And with ours they came with 10 foot cables so plugging them in far away isn't an issue. Never use extension cords.
This looks like a great option if you have a place to mount the PDU. Thanks for sharing! - RG
$29 from amazon for a 16 outlet unit. 2.5" between each of them. This is definitely the grown-up solution. I started with IKEA power strips years ago due to the cost, but soon learned quality and stability is more important.
Great stuff! I think my biggest issue is that I use a Uninterrupted Power Supply to plug in several of my components, and that is not something I would want ON the desk surface itself unless I can find a way to make it look better. So that means that at least 4 power cables will be going down to the floor, as I don't think it's a good idea to plug them all into a power strip in the management box then have that strip plug into the UPS. Although, now that I say it, it's really no different than having that strip plug into ONE wall outlet. Hmmmm.
LOL I've got the pegboard method going now...and yea I found out bout adding pieces....almost all the zip ties, realigning and re zipping
Thank you ❤
To deal with large plugs, I use very short power extension chords which are pretty cheap.
Does your ultrawide monitor jiggle at all as you type when your standing desk is in standing mode? I have a 34” ultrawide monitor with an Ergotron monitor arm and it jiggles a bit as I type. I think It comes from the instability of my desk (Uplift V2) in standing position.
One thing I learned hard way is. Not just you will use the desk, so make it a bit idiot proof. Like longer cables.
Hello, Excellent 👍👏👏👏👏
can i ask you where did you buy that desk led sign? thannks
Good tips! I appreciate the links to the products you used - but I'd love a link for the monitor support arm! I have a Monoprice 49" similar to your Samsung and have had a tough time finding an arm like that for it. If you can link it, I'll probably pick it up! Thanks again for the tips.
Ever find out what the monitor arm was?
The monitor arm is the Humanscale M8 - RG
I need your monitor stand. Where can I find it? :) I have a Samsung CHG90 49 inch ultra wide monitor and that stand will change my desk setup. Thank you!
Hey Thanks for this great Video.
But can you tell me which Monitor Mount do you use?
I am searching for a long time for my 49" Monitor.
Thanks a lot.
Humanscale M8. Thanks for watching - RG
Two things I love to have on hand, are 3M-VHB double-sided tape, and those zip-ties, that have a hole for a screw to go through.
Awesome job. Can you tell me the model of your monitor and the model of the arm please?
Samsung Odyssey 49" and a Humanscale M8 stand - RG
Quality content
A lot of great tips, thanks.
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful. - RG
Nice job dude,may i have some information about the desk in the video?
thanks
Thanks! The desk in the video is a New Heights XT - RG
Hey there where did you get that CZcams subscriber count digital clock thing!?
What usb c hub are you using by any chance
Do you guys plan on/can you make a cable management box in white? I would purchase one but the black and silver wont color match my standing desk legs!
Yes, they are manufactured here in Wisconsin. Please reach out to our sales team and I’ll make sure they get you setup. Sales at btod com -GK
that big beautiful cable raceway isn't the one linked in the description.. can anyone link the one?
Is that a 49” ultra wide? What is the arm you are using? I had mine mounted to the wall but an arm clamped to the desk might be better. Also would like a 34” above
Yes it is a 49". The monitor arm is the Humanscale M8. Thanks for watching - RG
If all the plugs that go into the power strip are too big, you can buy a little four to six inch dongles so they are able to space out more
What kind of monitor arm are you using?
What mount are you using for your monitor? Is it the humanscale m8 or m10?
Humanscale M8 - RG
My man. You gotta tell people to pre drill the holes in the wood. Otherwise you’re risking splitting your wood if you just go shove a screw in there without a pre drilled hole. Easy method to pre drill Is put some tape on the drill at the distance you want to stop that way you don’t drill all the way through. Tape will act as a stop guide. Cheers.
The problem of cable management is not what you use, its the cables themselves. They are systematically either too short, too long, too stiff or too bulky. I highly recommend to look for better cables or to makes them yourself according to your needs. I know its not the cheapest way, but it is definitely the better one. This is particularly true of power cords (Way overkill in the USA/Canada for a few amps) and cords that always go straight out when a 90 degrees angle would be a simple and way better thing ! The cords is allways the least analyzed part of an item by its manufacturer, because they dont want to pay for a custom made cord, or dont even care about how lame it is.
Most people throw their table towards the wall and havnt got a Town Hall space. So it may as well be something you can add twist ties or cable ties so you can find it when you pull the desk out
Where did you get the usb hub from?
What is the advantage of using the caldigit or any thunderbolt docking hub vs regular usbc?
Better quality bus using less resources and has better bandwidth... less problems and better quality HDMI among the primary advantages.
This is a great answer. In addition to that, having a dock that can provide power to your laptop simplifies all your cables. - RG
hi, nice video.
Which keyboard are u using?
Thanks
Keychron K4 - RG
To reduce cables a wireless mouse and keyboard will make a difference. The big issue is a multitude of power cables I use a VGA switch because I only want one monitor for my three computers. I use a lot of twist ties. The big cable problem that makes computer cables a minor issue is an audio video system There is the real challenge. Your solution would be great there
What is that little box with the retro display that’s showing you your CZcams subs? I’ve seen the Tidbyt advertised, but that one looks different.
It's called the LaMetric Time
Here’s a link to it on Amazon. (Affiliate link) LaMetric Clock: amzn.to/3GemQML
I know it's not part of the focus of this video, but what brand and model of digital clock is that on the desk? Looks very cool. 😎
I think it's the LaMetric Time Wi-Fi/Pixel Clock - quite expensive, hope there's a cheaper alternative.
Which monitor is this? Looks amazing!
Samsung 49" and it looks like it is on a big discount right now amzn.to/3ghK9hE
Does the boss monitor come with matching sunglasses? It should.
What the brand of that desk??
What if we get a table with ply on the back side? That no cables will be visible and no need to attach and fix all these.
I bet this is covered in another video but... You've found an arm that will hold a 49"? I failed to when I first got mine... what are you using here? It seems very stable.
This is a Humanscale M10. Stay tuned we have a video coming out in the next couple weeks featuring heavy duty monitor arms. - RG
i like your table? where can i buy that?
What's the name of the desk clock?
Guys, where can i buy a stand like that? And ship it to Tanzania
which usb hub is that one? looks good
CalDigit T3 - RG
What is that micro screen under the monitor?
Thanks - what desk is this?
New Heights Elegante XT. Thanks for watching! - RG
Will refer back to this when I get all my devices. It drives me nuts but my desk will be a labyrinth of cables for now.
Happy to hear it was helpful! - RG
Surprised more people don't use cable chain for sit/stand desks; much nicer than a cable snake.
How deep is the desk in this video?
$200 for that cable management box is wild.
Which monitor arm is that? Looks slick.
Humanscale M8 - RG
5:00 so what do we do about those large bricks that won’t stay hanging upside down?
Might be able to use some velcro straps to hold it up. Wrap a strap around the power strip on each side of the power brick. Then another that goes through those straps and around the power brick. This is something I'll have to test for a future video. - RG
Cool video. I don't know that I would run an ethernet cable parallel with a power cable. 🤷🏼♂️
Appreciate this tip. I'll avoid this in future. - RG
cool thanks
I'm impressed by the monitor arm that's able to hold that curved monitor up..
What docking station are you using in this video?
CalDigit T3 - RG
Which monitor arm is this? I also possess a 49" monitor, but I am not very happy with my monitor arm
Humanscale M8.1. It can hold 28lbs - RG
Your desk top is beautiful. Looks like solid wood? It looks similar to the Karlby counter top from Ikea, but it clearly is a different product.
Thanks! This is a butcher block top we purchased from Home Depot and re-finished. - RG
@@btodtv is this oak? What color/finish?
@BTODtv what is the monitor arm brand pls
Humanscale - RG
where did you buy that clock?
I think it's the LaMetric Time Wi-Fi/Pixel Clock - quite expensive, hope there's a cheaper alternative.
Power strip tip: Buy 6” 3 prong extension cords from Home Depo to solve the problem of AC adapters preventing use of all the outlets in a power strip, due to their size.
What monitor are you using?
Samsung 49 Odyssey G9 - RG
Espectacular
All power conneced to power strips and not using UPS boxes? It is imparative to attach all to UPS boxees and thoes are bulky and all power strips plug into them.
Your cable "snake" is called a "slinky" here in the Uk. Lol
Does anyone know what that little display/YT counter is called?
LaMetric TIME - RG
I used to put a lot of thought and effort in to cable management, but now I just let it all hang free and loose. Fuck it. I just don't give a shit anymore.
Your Monitor stand ? And how kg can it hold ?
Humanscale M8.1. It can hold 28lbs - RG
can someone explain a usb hub to me. you plug 4 items into the hub and plug the hub to a usb port. so you have 4 devices on one usb line? that can't be good right?
Depends on what the devices are and their power requirements and how much bandwidth they need to operate properly.
My favorite table color white