When your fav channel makes a video on cable management the day you finish to paint the new standing desk and start to look for cable managements tips ... priceless 👍
Thanks for the honesty. I have a music + video home studio so cables are everywhere and adding each day. I did a search on cable management on TH-cam and all of them were a joke to the amount of cables I deal with everyday.
I agree! Desks with nothing on it are for show. I keep mine cleaned up and organized but during the day when I’m getting things done, it looks worked on.
I'm a person who does cable management for a living w/ hifi systems, automation systems, and other fun-such, and I'm a big guitar pedal nerd. I appreciate this type of content. Cable management for the win. Thank you!
I just discovered this channel and I must say, the color grading is insanely satisfying to look at. Plus all the dark tones of the wall and furniture, it's just *chef's kiss*
@@BeckiandChris absolutely! I've been binging your videos, very inspiring, and I'm glad Chris is ok. My shoot space is tiny but hopefully one day this will change, you've given me so many ideas.
Becki excellent video overall with simple logical approach... With that being said there are three hypertechnical points... 1) UPS is an acronym for Uninterruptible Power Supply ( you said "Uninterrupted" at 4:45 ) ... 2) Ideally UPS runtime (i.e. no power) should provide a minimum of 90 minutes at full load based upon total of manufactures' maximum watts or voltage amps for each piece of equipment powered. This allows for additional equipment to be added and the recharging of such items as iPhone, iPad and other low powered devices during extended black outs in areas with generally good power (i.e. 2 or less loss of power per year). In areas with more loss of power events one should consider an UPS that has 50% reserve power based upon full load. This allows for multiple power events with reduced UPS recharge time... 3) From a strictly old school purist point of view... I would run power (AC) cables in separate bundle from interface cables (i.e. HDMI, network, et al). Once again thank you for some excellent content...
Have been deep in this process for the last few weeks, have now got multiple hard drives velcro’d to the bottom of the desk and cables for two computers and a console all routed. Also picked up those roller blade chair wheels based off the other vid - SO GREAT! The difference in noise is amazing!
Thank you thank you thank you for keeping it real. I have 3 monitors, 3 external drives, mouse charger, speakers, external USB hubs and I'm struggling to see how to do this and get it with no cables hanging at all. I needed to see this video.
Thank you, thanks you, thank you! This is the only video about cable management that addresses UPSes(?) You’re so on point about all these beautiful yet unrealistic set ups. All these TH-camrs who use their machines to edit their videos with no UPS. Sure, if you are using a laptop, it’s got its own battery so no loss there, but what about the monitor and powered accessories? My cables are tidily organized but I still need to do a second pass at it.
Oh I hope I forget this video before I get back from vacation. My desk wiring is horrible and you’ve inspired me to clean it up but the last time I was under my desk I got hit in the face by the network switch I was mounting there. Not sure I’m ready to brave it again.
my old ups is also not supporting my new 27 inch iMac 🖥 2020, but its really hard to get the right ups here frm Amazon India .. so any recommendations ?
@@BeckiandChris yes, finding gears a real problem in india .. most of the brands doesn’t ship to india and the customs here is not good. i hv checked anazon and some APC (brand) small ups r available. i will be in the lookout of the one in the blog post .. if i can find it.
That cable management was so satisfying in the end. This will surely help me a lot when I get a PC and a standing desk setup in future. So kudos for the headstart. ✅💚
This video felt like an intervention and I love it. My current standing desk cable management is atrocious even though I’m using Gorilla tape and velcro everywhere. Might be time for me to fix this half-assed mess!
@@BeckiandChris That's a good point, I don't have Chris in my home! 😁 And if you're getting a lot of thunderstorm, that makes perfect sense. They are pretty rare here. Thanks for the reply and keep up the good work!
Been waiting for a video on cable management, this ticked all the boxes. Moving house in a few weeks and I want my desk looking neat and tidy and organized because right now, its a bomb site. So I'm dreading that but this video made it look easier and less stressful, thanks for the help!
Excellent video. I’ve watched a lot of TH-cam videos on cable management and this one is one of the best! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and setup. I get so much inspiration from you and Chris. Cheers!
Chris is lucky he has that FPV workspace... I have my PC, 2 monitors and all my FPV stuff on one desk. Definitely not minimal, very messy but I love it
i used similar tricks but the deference i used a hot glue for some of them cuz my standing desk don't move up or down and used instead of vilcro i used zip tiez
FYI, Update the OWC Thunderbolt 3 dock with the USB C version. The throughput is much quicker. And most arrays can be updated by swapping out for larger drives. But I usually choose to buy a new array and "move" into it.
This is great, thanks for the tips - I don’t why I didn’t think of those little black cable thingies to keep it tidy up on the underside of my desk, I used cheap IKEA ones and they all fell off. I also only have a single monitor on a movable VESA and that created a whole other layer of cable issues too when I move it around, I may or may not have ruined one HDMI device 🥲
After tieing everything down, I found that with swapping gear, and taking on occasion to a shoot, and adding things for review. I needed something more forgiving. I got a wire shelf, cup hooks and bungee straps from a DYI store. Cut some of the wires on the shelf so it would fit around the legs of the standing desk. And have the shelf being held up with the bungee straps and cup hooks. I just have all my cords, USB hubs, power straps and transformers on that shelf. I keep the stuff that never moves held down with velcro and zip ties. Anything temporary or that moves just gets layed in the rack. And everything stays off the floor. My UPS units are nylon strapped to the feet of the desk so that it can all be wheeled around with the desk.
I love how you set that up. I try to do the same thing, but mine never seems to turn out that nice. I'm looking at some raid servers, so will be looking forward to next video.
Is that velcro tape stuff strong enough to use to hang large picture frames? I use that 16 lb 3m velcro command stuff which works but is pretty dang expensive per frame to hang since each one only has like 8 strips. But if that roll of velcro is strong enough, I'm sure if we cut it, it would add up to wayyy more frames being hung at a much lower cost.
I’m not too sure but it would likely rip the paper right off the drywall when you try to remove it. I’d recommended using picture frame anchors that nail into the wall, they are cheaper and way more reliable than command strips (and easier to patch when you are done with them 😊)
@@BeckiandChris thank you for the info! Yeah we have coloured accent walls (sacrilegeus colours! :P) and found patching them and then trying to repaint just a little more noticable than using the velcro when we change things out so have been looking for other solutions. Thanks again for the reply!
Speaking from experience from doing the exact same thing… Be careful with the double-sided adhesive ("Velcro"). If you're sticking things upside-down that generate heat, it will weaken over time, and the "glue" will start melting. For a more secure seal, separate the two sides, and firmly press/roll it onto each surface as if you're applying packing/duct tape.
This was my only feedback, that "tape" when applied to items which generate heat, will loosen and come apart, recently had a router fall after being installed in this manner.
just the thing i was working on .. cabel management is so important and it a another topic itself to learn .. Absolutely right about that .. a professional video editor doesnot hv those minimalist setups like they show on instagram 😂.
There's software bundled with those UPSs that when configured will softly shut down your PC/Mac. Great for when you're not around to do it. Also, I absolutely love that office colour palette. I have no talent for picking colours so I'll be copying this office when it the time to renovate.
You can never have enough UPS!!! I'm currently running on 2x 3KW, 2x 1.5KW, and a couple of 550W UPSes - remember to replace them batteries every 2-3 years!!!
Pro tip: if you have standardized cables such as pc power cables and monitor cables, you can buy replacements at different lengths. When I redid my home theater, I reduced 400ft of cable down to 50. Way easier to manage.
Great video! Yeah, a lot of the videos/IG stuff only show one monitor or something that makes it easy to be minimal! One question: Was it a helicopter?
“Instagram is not real. It’s not realistic to have nothing on the desk..” - AMEN TO THAT! 🤣👍
It is realistic.... it just only lasts long enough to get a picture XD
@@crusader2603 hahaha!!! IKR?! All for the gram! #InstagramVSreality LOL
I was thinking: why the need of justification? 🤷🏻♂️
wise man once said
"I'm a thirty three year old woman who's basically a twelve year old boy." One of the reasons I like your channel so much, tbh. 😄
SAME! ha!
wise women once said
When your fav channel makes a video on cable management the day you finish to paint the new standing desk and start to look for cable managements tips ... priceless 👍
Thanks for the honesty. I have a music + video home studio so cables are everywhere and adding each day. I did a search on cable management on TH-cam and all of them were a joke to the amount of cables I deal with everyday.
I LOVE THIS SETUP. i'm planning to fix my cables this holiday and it's very helpful to see this kind of tutorial with almost the same setup as mine ❤
I agree! Desks with nothing on it are for show. I keep mine cleaned up and organized but during the day when I’m getting things done, it looks worked on.
This has become my second favourite TH-cam channel. First one is still Peter Mckinnon, sorry.
Good job guys! 👏🏻👏🏻🤘🏻😎
i was looking to find a desk setup that had a monitors stand and also used a set of swivel arms. thank you for this!
What screen saver do you use to get just show the clock?
100% Correct!! The battery Backup is a must and you actually included this in the video!! Thank you!
I'm a person who does cable management for a living w/ hifi systems, automation systems, and other fun-such, and I'm a big guitar pedal nerd. I appreciate this type of content. Cable management for the win. Thank you!
Your outtakes at the very end are my favorite part of your videos. 😎
🤣 thanks Drew!
I just discovered this channel and I must say, the color grading is insanely satisfying to look at. Plus all the dark tones of the wall and furniture, it's just *chef's kiss*
You always deliver the exact information I didn't know I needed.
Thanks Jon!
It's like you read my mind. Been trying to navigate this nightmare with my standing desk the last week. Thanks!
When you get time, may you please do an updated video about printing your photos.
THANK YOU! Cables drive me batcrap crazy, I've always wondered how people keep it so clean. Thanks for keeping it real!
It’s such a hassle but worth going through the effort of organizing them
@@BeckiandChris absolutely! I've been binging your videos, very inspiring, and I'm glad Chris is ok. My shoot space is tiny but hopefully one day this will change, you've given me so many ideas.
Really suprised you aren't into mechanical keyboards, the aesthetic alone is so clean but if you are at a desk for extended times its such an upgrade
Your server closet came on point... just have to redo mine. Looking forward to see your take on this!
So good to see a practical cable management video
w00t! Excellent cable management Becki, awesome video as always. You rock!
I use tiny magnetic hooks to cable organize under my fully desk. super sturdy and dont gotta worry about adhesives and heavier cables!
I found this helpful in seeing how someone else does it! Thank you for a great post.
Becki excellent video overall with simple logical approach... With that being said there are three hypertechnical points... 1) UPS is an acronym for Uninterruptible Power Supply ( you said "Uninterrupted" at 4:45 ) ... 2) Ideally UPS runtime (i.e. no power) should provide a minimum of 90 minutes at full load based upon total of manufactures' maximum watts or voltage amps for each piece of equipment powered. This allows for additional equipment to be added and the recharging of such items as iPhone, iPad and other low powered devices during extended black outs in areas with generally good power (i.e. 2 or less loss of power per year). In areas with more loss of power events one should consider an UPS that has 50% reserve power based upon full load. This allows for multiple power events with reduced UPS recharge time... 3) From a strictly old school purist point of view... I would run power (AC) cables in separate bundle from interface cables (i.e. HDMI, network, et al). Once again thank you for some excellent content...
i love the way u do na so cool and nice to see the dark and ur setup .from Thailand
I have 3 UPS, highly recommend them! Love the set-up, I might mimic what you've done.
This video is more satisfying to me than the office reorganization. 😁
Thank you so much for this great information! I am getting ready to venture down this road with similar set up. Great job!
Literally, doing this same exact thing today. Thanks for giving me some amazing tips about those Velcro ties.
Awesome video. I just redid my gaming/workstation setup with different cable management products from Amazon. Velcro goes a long way.
It is so much pleasure to see the workspace organized hahaha, satisfies the touch of perfectionism.
Have been deep in this process for the last few weeks, have now got multiple hard drives velcro’d to the bottom of the desk and cables for two computers and a console all routed. Also picked up those roller blade chair wheels based off the other vid - SO GREAT! The difference in noise is amazing!
Nice workspace! Awesome organization! Really naturally and practice vídeo!
See you soon from Barcelona!
Thank you thank you thank you for keeping it real. I have 3 monitors, 3 external drives, mouse charger, speakers, external USB hubs and I'm struggling to see how to do this and get it with no cables hanging at all. I needed to see this video.
oh yeah how could I forget my UPS
Killer tips Becki! Why would anybody Dislike this? Shame!
Thank you, thanks you, thank you! This is the only video about cable management that addresses UPSes(?) You’re so on point about all these beautiful yet unrealistic set ups. All these TH-camrs who use their machines to edit their videos with no UPS. Sure, if you are using a laptop, it’s got its own battery so no loss there, but what about the monitor and powered accessories? My cables are tidily organized but I still need to do a second pass at it.
Very helpful video.
What lights are you using on your shelf behind your head in the beginning of your video? Thanks!
Uninterruptible Power Systems are a MUST for RAID systems. I learned the hard way that a power outage can unrecoverably scramble a RAID.
This looks so good, And realistic for a setup that needs to be functional and practical.
What wireless charger do you have on your desk? I've been looking for something simple and clean like that white disk you have.
Anker brand!
Love this. And thank you for sharing your background music, too!
Was that helicopter just Chris coming by to get lunch?? 😄
I wish!! Haha
Lol I was thinking somthing simular. 😆
Oh I hope I forget this video before I get back from vacation. My desk wiring is horrible and you’ve inspired me to clean it up but the last time I was under my desk I got hit in the face by the network switch I was mounting there. Not sure I’m ready to brave it again.
my old ups is also not supporting my new 27 inch iMac 🖥 2020, but its really hard to get the right ups here frm Amazon India .. so any recommendations ?
I got mine from B&H but not too sure where you could find them in India.
@@BeckiandChris yes, finding gears a real problem in india .. most of the brands doesn’t ship to india and the customs here is not good.
i hv checked anazon and some APC (brand) small ups r available. i will be in the lookout of the one in the blog post .. if i can find it.
Where did you get that screensaver? I LOVE IT!
Love your space! Please can you tell me the brand and model of your speakers? Regards from Porto | Portugal
That black hook and loop is so freakin handy. I’ve used it ALL OVER my desk setup and pretty much all over my house. Lol
Good tidy job.........I have the same screensaver but can't get it to work on my second monitor. Any tips?
Which screensaver is it?
@@KennyLaevaert Looks like Fliqlo screensaver.
That cable management was so satisfying in the end. This will surely help me a lot when I get a PC and a standing desk setup in future. So kudos for the headstart. ✅💚
This video felt like an intervention and I love it. My current standing desk cable management is atrocious even though I’m using Gorilla tape and velcro everywhere. Might be time for me to fix this half-assed mess!
Nice video! How is that subwoofer holding under your desk?
A 33yo woman who gets excited when hearing a helicopter outside even though she owns one and gets sick everytime she‘s in one.. 😂
Haha I was more irritated than excited, ruined my shot 🤣
@@BeckiandChris - And Chris would've run outside so we could at least have seen what type of helicopter it was....
@@PhotogPilot I thought it could be chris flying it when I heard that on video lol
I’m 62 and still run outside when cool stuff flys by, especially choppers 🚁 🚁🚁
I work at a place called FlightSafety. We are located at the airport... If I’m outside, I usually just cover my ears! 🙉
This brought my little heart so much happiness! Great work!
This video timing is perfect because I just ordered a standing desk! Thank you! :D
Ups are life. I get so many power outs, I have 4 in my house. Runs the whole place for an hr off grid
How often do you experience power outages? It never ever happens here without previous notice, so I'm wondering.
Not usually unless Chris cuts the power to work on any electrical work. But we get tons of thunderstorms so never can be too safe!
@@BeckiandChris That's a good point, I don't have Chris in my home! 😁
And if you're getting a lot of thunderstorm, that makes perfect sense. They are pretty rare here.
Thanks for the reply and keep up the good work!
When you do the server video, can you do the whole setup process and what you use!
Yes!!
Been waiting for a video on cable management, this ticked all the boxes.
Moving house in a few weeks and I want my desk looking neat and tidy and organized because right now, its a bomb site. So I'm dreading that but this video made it look easier and less stressful, thanks for the help!
Excellent video. I’ve watched a lot of TH-cam videos on cable management and this one is one of the best! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and setup. I get so much inspiration from you and Chris. Cheers!
Uncannily similar to ours. Even the same drive and dual UPSs. (A must for MacPro users). Where was this video a year ago?
You got nice colour on the wall
Super helpful! About to get started on wrangling my cable situation.
Chris is lucky he has that FPV workspace... I have my PC, 2 monitors and all my FPV stuff on one desk. Definitely not minimal, very messy but I love it
Hello,
Nice video !
Could I please get the name of the track from 1:15 onwards ?
Thank you so much !!
Thank YOU for talking about UPS!!
Love it! Where's your desk shelf from?
Nice video. What brand is your sit stand desk?
I'm using the UPS 😌
i used similar tricks but the deference i used a hot glue for some of them cuz my standing desk don't move up or down
and used instead of vilcro i used zip tiez
You voiced out our thoughts about the instagram desks setup. Not practical for an actual working desk
Is the standing desk an in thing right now? Ever since I got one i see everyone talking about it
Don’t look under my desk. Spaghetti-ville. 😩
FYI, Update the OWC Thunderbolt 3 dock with the USB C version. The throughput is much quicker. And most arrays can be updated by swapping out for larger drives. But I usually choose to buy a new array and "move" into it.
This is great, thanks for the tips - I don’t why I didn’t think of those little black cable thingies to keep it tidy up on the underside of my desk, I used cheap IKEA ones and they all fell off.
I also only have a single monitor on a movable VESA and that created a whole other layer of cable issues too when I move it around, I may or may not have ruined one HDMI device 🥲
Great pro tips and love the honesty. I think your tag line should be "just keep'n it real." 😂
Love that! 😂
A UPS is so important, we can save really important data that way… 👍🏽❤️
After tieing everything down, I found that with swapping gear, and taking on occasion to a shoot, and adding things for review. I needed something more forgiving.
I got a wire shelf, cup hooks and bungee straps from a DYI store. Cut some of the wires on the shelf so it would fit around the legs of the standing desk. And have the shelf being held up with the bungee straps and cup hooks. I just have all my cords, USB hubs, power straps and transformers on that shelf.
I keep the stuff that never moves held down with velcro and zip ties. Anything temporary or that moves just gets layed in the rack.
And everything stays off the floor.
My UPS units are nylon strapped to the feet of the desk so that it can all be wheeled around with the desk.
I love how you set that up. I try to do the same thing, but mine never seems to turn out that nice. I'm looking at some raid servers, so will be looking forward to next video.
This is immaculate!! much love from Philippines!
Is that velcro tape stuff strong enough to use to hang large picture frames? I use that 16 lb 3m velcro command stuff which works but is pretty dang expensive per frame to hang since each one only has like 8 strips.
But if that roll of velcro is strong enough, I'm sure if we cut it, it would add up to wayyy more frames being hung at a much lower cost.
I’m not too sure but it would likely rip the paper right off the drywall when you try to remove it. I’d recommended using picture frame anchors that nail into the wall, they are cheaper and way more reliable than command strips (and easier to patch when you are done with them 😊)
@@BeckiandChris thank you for the info! Yeah we have coloured accent walls (sacrilegeus colours! :P) and found patching them and then trying to repaint just a little more noticable than using the velcro when we change things out so have been looking for other solutions. Thanks again for the reply!
Such a clean look , looks amazing
I like your wall colour . which colour you use?
Thanks! Trout Grey by Benjamin Moore!
Speaking from experience from doing the exact same thing…
Be careful with the double-sided adhesive ("Velcro"). If you're sticking things upside-down that generate heat, it will weaken over time, and the "glue" will start melting.
For a more secure seal, separate the two sides, and firmly press/roll it onto each surface as if you're applying packing/duct tape.
This was my only feedback, that "tape" when applied to items which generate heat, will loosen and come apart, recently had a router fall after being installed in this manner.
@@matt_logic4423 Yep, I have a laptop dock that I'm struggling with that now keeps falling every other day 😅
It hasn’t come down yet but if it does I’ll keep that in mind.
Thanks for this, my standing desk cable management is getting wayyy to out of hand
just the thing i was working on .. cabel management is so important and it a another topic itself to learn ..
Absolutely right about that .. a professional video editor doesnot hv those minimalist setups like they show on instagram 😂.
Does anybody know which deskshelf/monitor riser is used in this desk setup? Thanks in advance! =)
I LOVE MY NEW WHEELS!!!! Thank you for the link!
Yay! You are welcome!
A desk made from scratch with cable management in mind, that would be nice!
A video I needed so badly !!!!!!!!!!!!
There's software bundled with those UPSs that when configured will softly shut down your PC/Mac. Great for when you're not around to do it.
Also, I absolutely love that office colour palette. I have no talent for picking colours so I'll be copying this office when it the time to renovate.
I really need to do this, at the very least that cable wrap from the desk down to the UPS.
You can never have enough UPS!!! I'm currently running on 2x 3KW, 2x 1.5KW, and a couple of 550W UPSes - remember to replace them batteries every 2-3 years!!!
Yooo love this video, found myself laughing quite a bit and super helpful stuff! 💯✔️🔥
Pro tip: if you have standardized cables such as pc power cables and monitor cables, you can buy replacements at different lengths. When I redid my home theater, I reduced 400ft of cable down to 50. Way easier to manage.
That's pretty helpful actually thank you so much you solved half of my problem 💖
For some reason I just want you both to wear a red or yellow t-shirt in next epic episode don’t know why just do 👍🏻
Fair. This was useful. I should clean my cables today
Do you notice that your sub mounted to the desk causes vibration?
Great video! Yeah, a lot of the videos/IG stuff only show one monitor or something that makes it easy to be minimal! One question: Was it a helicopter?
Beautiful cabell Management