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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
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@btodtv Год назад

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@gregorymoore2877 Год назад

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.

@svanir7619 2 года назад

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.

@mmoran0614 Год назад

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.

@megadeck3 Год назад

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.

@cyriltemerev71 Год назад

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").

@magicmulder 7 месяцев назад

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.

@AxeMurderer1983 2 года назад

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

@albertlwj Год назад

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

@Doc2705 Год назад

Such good advice! And that never gets old.

@GrandNebSmada Год назад

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.

@Elrevisor2k Год назад

Great tips thank you so much 😊

@zardoz2627 Год назад

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

@JimRobinson-colors Год назад

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.

@PuckFTW Год назад

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.

@kevon217 Год назад

Great suggestions!

@JBuck-uq3oh Год назад

Can you provide a link to the desk?

@chrischristenson Год назад

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.

@NullaNulla Год назад

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.

@RK-ip9zp Год назад

Great video!!!! Thanks!

@traaaaan Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

Sounds like a great solution. You can never have too many outlets! - RG

@seekthingsabovetv Год назад

Great info, Thanks!

@LeeMyers-Jr Год назад

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.

@xanture Год назад

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.

@KoolCreation Год назад

Awesome tips thanks.

@riccardocattozzo2579 2 года назад

My new Fully Jarvis on its way, this video was needed! Thx

@btodtv 2 года назад

Get those wires tidy! -GK

@Nikolatetios 4 месяца назад

Thank you ❤

@candyboober Год назад

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

@brumarcel Год назад

can i ask you where did you buy that desk led sign? thannks

@KHAT0VAR Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

Great tip. We do this with the desks in our video sets all the time with the big macbook charger. Thanks for watching! - RG

@yuuki2454 Год назад

Very useful video!

@btodtv Год назад

Glad it was helpful for you! - RG

@astroedits2307 5 месяцев назад

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.

@AnitaSV Год назад

One thing I learned hard way is. Not just you will use the desk, so make it a bit idiot proof. Like longer cables.

@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer Год назад

Great ideas!

@philipperostin Месяц назад

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.

@DokoGaTV Год назад

Fantastic video and tips!

@btodtv Год назад

I'm happy to hear it was helpful! - RG

@HeyItsGilbertS Год назад

To deal with large plugs, I use very short power extension chords which are pretty cheap.

@thefuzzbutt Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

This looks like a great option if you have a place to mount the PDU. Thanks for sharing! - RG

@mmoran0614 Год назад

$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.

@PeaceBeginsOnYourPlate 10 месяцев назад

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.

@RichBuck Год назад

Awesome job. Can you tell me the model of your monitor and the model of the arm please?

@btodtv Год назад

Samsung Odyssey 49" and a Humanscale M8 stand - RG

@TheCornerCade 5 месяцев назад

Hey there where did you get that RU-vid subscriber count digital clock thing!?

@charlesgreen718 Год назад

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.

@KurtMueller Год назад

Ever find out what the monitor arm was?

@btodtv Год назад

The monitor arm is the Humanscale M8 - RG

@ramonflorezjr Год назад

that big beautiful cable raceway isn't the one linked in the description.. can anyone link the one?

@gzion7 10 месяцев назад

Where did you get the usb hub from?

@NickZakharov 4 месяца назад

What kind of monitor arm are you using?

@hardjamcoffical6935 Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

Humanscale M8. Thanks for watching - RG

@jacquelynnacopoulos1278 Год назад

Hello, Excellent 👍👏👏👏👏

@elijahtalbot5288 Год назад

What usb c hub are you using by any chance

@brianwillman1918 2 года назад

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!

@btodtv 2 года назад

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

@scottromesburg7935 4 месяца назад

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

@Inertia888 Год назад

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.

@HaVoCX64 10 месяцев назад

What's the name of the desk clock?

@Jliberato3 Год назад

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!

@wanglee4906 Год назад

Nice job dude,may i have some information about the desk in the video? thanks

@btodtv Год назад

Thanks! The desk in the video is a New Heights XT - RG

@nevill81 Год назад

Which monitor is this? Looks amazing!

@btodtv Год назад

Samsung 49" and it looks like it is on a big discount right now amzn.to/3ghK9hE

@ClinttheGreat Год назад

A lot of great tips, thanks.

@btodtv Год назад

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful. - RG

@kamuzipro 8 месяцев назад

What the brand of that desk??

@ObsessedGarbageDotCon Год назад

What mount are you using for your monitor? Is it the humanscale m8 or m10?

@btodtv Год назад

Humanscale M8 - RG

@Rusty_Gold85 Год назад

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

@90DaysOfDevOps Год назад

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

@btodtv Год назад

Yes it is a 49". The monitor arm is the Humanscale M8. Thanks for watching - RG

@chrisbis24 Год назад

What is the advantage of using the caldigit or any thunderbolt docking hub vs regular usbc?

@TheSonorabob Год назад

Better quality bus using less resources and has better bandwidth... less problems and better quality HDMI among the primary advantages.

@btodtv Год назад

This is a great answer. In addition to that, having a dock that can provide power to your laptop simplifies all your cables. - RG

@gonxuelas Год назад

hi, nice video. Which keyboard are u using? Thanks

@btodtv Год назад

Keychron K4 - RG

@nathancronk 2 года назад

What is that little box with the retro display that’s showing you your RU-vid subs? I’ve seen the Tidbyt advertised, but that one looks different.

@leewinter28 2 года назад

It's called the LaMetric Time

@btodtv 2 года назад

Here’s a link to it on Amazon. (Affiliate link) LaMetric Clock: amzn.to/3GemQML

@RafaRadwan Год назад

Quality content

@kevinholliday2066 4 месяца назад

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.

@josephalexander1443 Год назад

Guys, where can i buy a stand like that? And ship it to Tanzania

@doublea9701 Год назад

cool thanks

@XenHat 11 месяцев назад

I'm impressed by the monitor arm that's able to hold that curved monitor up..

@mkcraghead Год назад

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. 😎

@daudabappa932 Год назад

I think it's the LaMetric Time Wi-Fi/Pixel Clock - quite expensive, hope there's a cheaper alternative.

@PrasannaThawait Год назад

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.

@SHIZZLER__ Год назад

What is that micro screen under the monitor?

@niannone99 9 месяцев назад

How deep is the desk in this video?

@robertogarrido7174 Год назад

which usb hub is that one? looks good

@btodtv Год назад

CalDigit T3 - RG

@SuperUpgrades Год назад

Thanks - what desk is this?

@btodtv Год назад

New Heights Elegante XT. Thanks for watching! - RG

@petersonA95 9 месяцев назад

$200 for that cable management box is wild.

@nickrafuse984 Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

This is a Humanscale M10. Stay tuned we have a video coming out in the next couple weeks featuring heavy duty monitor arms. - RG

@jackedkerouac4414 Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

Happy to hear it was helpful! - RG

@Smudg Год назад

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.

@diggles27 Год назад

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

@webada 2 года назад

Which monitor arm is that? Looks slick.

@btodtv Год назад

Humanscale M8 - RG

@Swami-Switches Год назад

5:00 so what do we do about those large bricks that won’t stay hanging upside down?

@btodtv Год назад

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

@Benmeglei1 2 года назад

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.

@ntc490 Год назад

Surprised more people don't use cable chain for sit/stand desks; much nicer than a cable snake.

@10198310 9 месяцев назад

i like your table? where can i buy that?

@patrickgalarza4993 Год назад

What docking station are you using in this video?

@btodtv Год назад

CalDigit T3 - RG

@KbRonG Год назад

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

@RFFraydex Год назад

Which monitor arm is this? I also possess a 49" monitor, but I am not very happy with my monitor arm

@btodtv Год назад

Humanscale M8.1. It can hold 28lbs - RG

@mustafakeremkorkmaz8112 Год назад

What monitor are you using?

@btodtv Год назад

Samsung 49 Odyssey G9 - RG

@Zoofactory Год назад

Does the boss monitor come with matching sunglasses? It should.

@douglasfurlong1 Год назад

where did you buy that clock?

@daudabappa932 Год назад

I think it's the LaMetric Time Wi-Fi/Pixel Clock - quite expensive, hope there's a cheaper alternative.

@Jetlifeual Год назад

Does anyone know what that little display/YT counter is called?

@btodtv Год назад

LaMetric TIME - RG

@happisg Год назад

@BTODtv what is the monitor arm brand pls

@btodtv Год назад

Humanscale - RG

@Skrenja 5 месяцев назад

If you want to free up even more desk space, put your speakers on monitor arms.

@apmiller77 Год назад

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.

@desktorp Год назад

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.

@gursel2904 Год назад

My favorite table color white

@trevormcmanis Год назад

Cool video. I don't know that I would run an ethernet cable parallel with a power cable. 🤷🏼‍♂️

@btodtv Год назад

Appreciate this tip. I'll avoid this in future. - RG

@gregorymoore2877 Год назад

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.

@btodtv Год назад

Thanks! This is a butcher block top we purchased from Home Depot and re-finished. - RG

@JhaoDa Год назад

@@btodtv is this oak? What color/finish?

@ijustsawthat Год назад

Tip 6: Cables need to exist, so at some point just relax, you did your best. And if someone is under your desk looking for your cables, you have other problems.