Standing Desk Cable Management Guide

Standing Desk Cable Management Guide | 2021 Edition

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In this video, I go over the steps I used to manage the cables of my desk setup. I believe this is one of the best way to make sure aren't in the way with a sit-stand desk.
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Intro - 0:00
Required items - 0:48
Preparation - 1:28
Power strip installation - 1:42
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Cable rack installation - 3:42
Cable management - 4:42
Conclusion - 5:30
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@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Go to backblaze.com/minimalistik to start your free trial today. For an extra $2/month you can increase your retention history to 1 year! Hope you guys enjoyed this video, do you have any cable management tips I didn't mention that you would like to share? 🤠

@stanthechanman Жыл бұрын

One easy way to keep from drilling too far into the desk is to measure the length of the screw and then use masking tape / painter's tape to mark it on the drill bit.

@TahleelProdhan 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@JeFilm94 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered a standing desk myself and was on the lookout for cable management solutions. This is pretty much what I had in mind and thanks to your links I knew what products to search for and was able to find a regional supplier. Great video!

@DrKyleStanley 2 жыл бұрын

Watched this video last week. Ordered the rack mount components through your link. Installed on my desk and I’m super happy. Great recommendations. Thank you!

@PashkaTLT 2 жыл бұрын

I love the stable mounting with screws and not just with adhesives! Great guide!

@irina_cc 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I'm in love with the high level cable management you did there! I just got real inspiration for my cable management problem 😀

@JRBeckford 3 жыл бұрын

Very unique approach and I love it! Unlike all the other takes on wire management I have been viewing.

@kyle-gasaway 3 жыл бұрын

This cable management is like art, nicely done.

@daveycrockett9447 2 жыл бұрын

The rack option for power strip and cable management is brilliant!!! Thanks for sharing.

@breathenitrox Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this guide. I have super professional looking cable management thanks to you. Two comments that helped me elevate my own cable management in addition to your guide: (1) I prefer a roll of Velcro to zip ties because I can reuse/retie. You can also pair this with adhesive velcro rather than the plastic cable ties. No drilling ad I found it works great (plastic cable ties fell off with adhesive only). (2) A magnetic wire snake on a leg is great to hide the power supply's cable as well as an ethernet cable if you have one. Thanks again for the best guide on standing desk cable management!

@marvinportillo3382 3 жыл бұрын

The best set-up I've seen so far.. I'm subscribing!

@TheOriginalSageNations 2 жыл бұрын

Ain’t gonna lie, this is one of the best desk setup I’ve seen so far. 👏

@034Gabriel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for share, your cable management is amazing

@WeiseGuy91 2 жыл бұрын

Such a smart idea doing the network racks for management. Going to get me some of these!

@Lorofol 2 жыл бұрын

Please make another video addressing the ugly power cable hanging out the left side of the desk.

@MisterMetric 3 жыл бұрын

@ 05:30 - instead of using two pad/cable ties to hold the Velcro strap simply secure through the Velcro strap with pan head screws and use furniture feet pads to space the dock from the surface and prevent said screws scratching the dock. Tidier, cleaner, fewer parts sticking out and has exactly the same result! Nice work though! Thank you for sharing your set up

@MarcA003 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting ! I got inspired off your previous videos for my last desk. Now I’ve just replaced my desk top for a nice piece of walnut and am trying to find ways to drill the least amount of holes possible. Any ideas you might have would be greatly appreciated !

@stevelitt 3 жыл бұрын

This is shocking to behold. Great work.

@zbruch66 Жыл бұрын

thank you! that's really cool and handfull

@jmurg42 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job with the video! Thanks for being a content creator!

@02stampede 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, thank you

@Jonas_Fox 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty clean. I'm liking that cable organizer. The only think I'd change is actually having a computer and about 2.5x more monitor :P

@AshharHasan07 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome setup! I did plan to buy a rack mount cable raceway but it never occurred to me to pair it with a rack mount power strip solving the biggest issue of cables falling down due to their own weight (I'm looking at you Apple). And I'm definitely redoing some of my mounting using the velcro via adjustable ties method you shared. This deserves more views. :D

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks so much Ashhar! I'm glad you enjoyed this vid and that it inspired you to redo some of your cable management! 😄

@YannThibodeau 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing these tips, very nice setup btw ;)

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my man Yann! 😌

@maxofmind 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very comprehensive. Can you please put a section to discuss screws a little more in depth. The screws for the rack unit and the screws you used for the cable ties. I'm not sure if everyone here is on point with the standard depth screws usually need to be (50-75%) or the differing heads. I gather the rack unit screws are more supportive than the other ones. Or maybe you could reply to this message so anyone else reading through the comments can find the solution. Thanks.

@ayehjh5152 3 жыл бұрын

great stuff!

@mayureshs80 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Can you share the link for the Thunderbolt dock ?

@froginthebed5607 3 жыл бұрын

Does that power bar have a surge protector? and also is the rack mount adjustable in length? Thanks!

@mathieucaron4957 Жыл бұрын

I'm making a plan in advance to be able to install the cables and accessories at the same time as the assembly to avoid having to install everything from below, and to have cables of the right length. Those with only 2-3 cores are easy to cut and solder 👌

@shubh4nkar 3 жыл бұрын

Just amazing to eyes 😌

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks! 😌

@mail2kk 2 жыл бұрын

great clip ..if you could post the web link on where was the rack mount bought..that would be nice

@ross9570 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ross! 😌

@rikufanboy 2 жыл бұрын

Any suggestions on how to include a PC case with this setup? Also, do you recommend adding a LED strip where the power strip is?

@user-qv7vp4pc2o 3 жыл бұрын

Love your vids! :)

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Enthly, thanks for commenting again! 😄

@hopemakesvideos Жыл бұрын

Hey there! Love the video - I was just wondering, what stops you from screwing the power strips directly into the desk without adding the rack mount? I could be wrong but looking at the power strip itself it looked like the mounting pieces on the ends could be screwed off and re-oriented so the power strip itself is in the right position to be screwed into the desk vertically. Not sure if I'm misinterpreting what's happing or if there is another reason why the power strip can't go right into the desk - trying to figure out what pieces I should buy (: Thank you!!

@abhishikthvutukuri 3 жыл бұрын

I would suggest you to add one of those magnetic charging cables to your setup. Although Ur setup already awesome

@yuriandrade8337 3 жыл бұрын

where did you got that audio gear desk reference at 1:02 ? I'm thinking of building something like that

@Celsian 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I have an Autonomous desk too, aren't they fantastic? I've never had a single issue and the dual motor can do 300lbs. I love it.

@georgedoubleyou4098 3 жыл бұрын

You definitley need a monitor arm. The stand of the monitor is huge. And it would look even cleaner!

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

I think this BenQ stand looks pretty nice on its own, but yeah a monitor arm would look awesome too! 😃

@ThisMusicIsToogood 3 жыл бұрын

I think this guy thought the mac book was a monitor stand, lmao.

@georgedoubleyou4098 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThisMusicIsToogood Thanks for making fun of "this guy", who is right here. But you are actually right. I probably did :D

@jacobs.7925 3 ай бұрын

any video like this covering a full tower (e-atx) case?

@mdeezy0370 2 жыл бұрын

Question what shrews did you use and is the power outlets surge protected?

@DamianDodd Жыл бұрын

Is it ok to drill into particle board desk top or should I go a different route?

@reactionsok 2 жыл бұрын

I keep coming back to your video so i'm biting the bullet and giving this a go. Worst case now i have parts for a future 19" server rack :)

@shauncordier1264 2 жыл бұрын

How'd it go?

@reactionsok 2 жыл бұрын

@@shauncordier1264 well! You really need to manage the cables because the tray receiving the wires is quite small. If I had to do it again I would double up on that piece. Otherwise it’s very clean.

@shauncordier1264 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response, glad you made it work for you. Today all my gear shows up so I'll be giving it a shot myself! I'll keep your advice in mind, I don't have too many cables to begin with but I know it'll seem like a lot when trying to carefully run and tuck it all away cleanly.

@SlowBrow177 23 күн бұрын

Do you or anyone happen to know what screws to use for the rack used for the power strip to screw in place to the desk? I did get screws for the rack, but they’re a little too big for the table.

@KingRockets 2 жыл бұрын

Which monitor and monitor light is that? Do you have a video on this set-up?

@Got99Cookies 3 жыл бұрын

The rackmount solution is very clever.

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 99Cookies! I did put a bit of time into thinking how I would make this video haha! 😅

@p4ul.f708 3 жыл бұрын

all nice and cool but where do you locate your pc

@linus2982 3 жыл бұрын

What thunderbolt dock are you using?

@silasadams1072 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! When you switch between laptops do you turn them on and off? Or do you leave them on all the time so that all you have to do is switch video input?

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Yup, my computers with a lid are usually only sleeping so I can wake them directly with my keyboard! 🙂

@SimonLeicester Жыл бұрын

Hi, what is the light you have mounted on top of the PC monitor?

@xplinux22 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I understand the screws that come with the wall rack-mount frames are too long and are at risk of drilling right through the desktop. What wood screw size did you end up using, by chance? M5x16mm, or similar?

@jacobwolf8699 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same question. Did you go with M5x16mm or find another alternative that works?

@handev1234 2 жыл бұрын

How can I do the cable management if I have a No break, and a Regulator of current, both are heavy and big to mount under the desk.

@AdelAlberk 2 жыл бұрын

i like how he mount that thunderbolt dock

@ratikantachoudhury182 Жыл бұрын

Hi Minimalistik, Can I have link of the products used where can be purchased

@papipupepo0990 3 жыл бұрын

May I know what is the name of the thunderbolt hub?

@Jason-dh9rh 3 жыл бұрын

did you get x2 Rack mount links or just x1?

@justaleksithings6002 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, some really good stuff there! I also just did my first cable management video, but its more like relaxing type, than a guide

@supremechapstick107 2 жыл бұрын

when?

@justaleksithings6002 2 жыл бұрын

@@supremechapstick107 about six months ago 👍 took the video with my old phone so it is what it is 😅

@supremechapstick107 2 жыл бұрын

@@justaleksithings6002 when did i ask?

@justaleksithings6002 2 жыл бұрын

@@supremechapstick107 15 minutes ago

@kiukp9187 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy the the rack mount?

@chillytoes 2 жыл бұрын

What screws should i get for the Cable ties?

@jakevago7296 Жыл бұрын

My desk on the carpet tends to shake. I think it is more so due to the monitor. Any ideas on how to minimize the movement of the monitor?

@adamsidebottom5023 Жыл бұрын

Thats a great setup, but I be you're dissatisfied with that single ugly power cord goring to the wall outlet. Have you managed to solve that issue? I know there are some desks coming out now that have an integrate power cable in the leg...

@kingthezilla9330 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks how much does it cost

@Mentalcheez 2 жыл бұрын

is the PC built into the monitor? I didn't notice the PC

@XxEnkidiev 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video ! If you ever sell one some of your product, I'm in Montreal and would be really down!

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Maryse, I usually list my stuff on Kijiji, mostly keyboards though 🙂 I’m on the south shore of Montreal www.kijiji.ca/o-profile/79960672/listings/1

@bradpaulp 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent guide! Whereeeeee did you get the desktop wallpaper from???

@bradpaulp 2 жыл бұрын

Nevermind. Literally in the description. Haha.

@carlpatenaudepoulin9624 2 жыл бұрын

Was looking for a guide for managing cable slack for sit-stand desks but this wasn't it

@aarond9563 Жыл бұрын

My goodness. This is a lot!

@Sam-sn9sj 3 жыл бұрын

wan i have the link to buy your standing desk please

@isfisfisf 3 жыл бұрын

Which keyboard is that?

@patelkrunal311 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of speakers are those?

@tiffany333. 3 жыл бұрын

What size is your desk?

@ahsanrkhan 3 жыл бұрын

About how much space was required between the frame under your desk and the back of your desk? I am getting a Jarvis desk but the frame is not in the middle and is more towards the back. I like this setup but am wondering if I can still fit it all using the Jarvis frame.

@gmdebern 2 жыл бұрын

This works on a Jarvis desk! I just did it. You'll have to mount the power strip and the cable rack slightly differently to fit in the space towards the back.

@ahsanrkhan 2 жыл бұрын

@@gmdebern Thanks for that!

@dw7141 Жыл бұрын

Heads up all, the power strip used here doesn't appear to offer surge protection.

@romaDa 2 жыл бұрын

Looks clean but where is the tower???

@phivostheodorakis8222 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how. But this was uploaded just when I was opening the box of my standing desk.

@minimalistik 3 жыл бұрын

Woah! And I scheduled this video’s release date weeks ago! 🤯

@armandoidelacruz4123 2 жыл бұрын

My dog ate my cable to adjust my desk does anyone know where I can purchase a new one

@tbyrchr 3 жыл бұрын

Holy shit using 1U rackmount hardware here is a great idea

@victorovich90 3 жыл бұрын

Hmm, wondering how to approach this with UK plugs (the cable comes out perpendicular to the club pins, rather than in line with it).

@Luke523 3 жыл бұрын

UK plugs actually do all the jobs for you so you don't need to worry about the rack mount kit. UK plugs already point out the bottom(or top), and have the locking Ground top pin which holds in the plug too, so you can just mount a power bar directly to the table bottom and get the benefits described in the video.

@Xephyr79 Жыл бұрын

Number 13, cable management

@linegrinder 3 жыл бұрын

Where is the lan cable though?

@vintagecottonon 2 жыл бұрын

Take a shot every time he says "Rack" 🤪🤣😂

@a.k.marifurrahman5261 10 ай бұрын

Where is your cpu here?

@undefeatedgaul3201 2 жыл бұрын

Why wouldn’t you just use a longer raceway strip so all the wires are inside it and not folded up all over the underside of the desk

@GuiDouradoOficial 3 жыл бұрын

How can you have so many cables with only one monitor, a macbook, speakers and a lamp?

@Iwitrag Жыл бұрын

But where is the computer?

@ckeds Жыл бұрын

More shopping to be minimalist???? 😮

@VuHien2011 3 жыл бұрын

what are always missing in any cable management video are internet modem, wireless router. This is mandatory, otherwise, you don't have internet. Other things missing but not mandatory are subwoofers, uninterrupted Power Supply. Also, where do you put your PC so that it will come along with your adjustable desk. Leaving your PC on your table top will clutter your table top. So, you need computer mounts for both the computer and the UPS.