Reddit reviews Viaky 30 Pcs Black Clips Self Adhesive Backed Nylon Wire Adjustable Cable Clips Adhesive Cable Management Drop Wire Holder

May I suggest some cable clips, cable sleeves, cables channels, and a cable wire baskety thing to put an end to that?

This is how I deal with all of my cables, even at work, and it works great for me. (IT and I get to do servers and office set ups when I deploy devices for people)

It is much easier to hide cables away from the focus of the eyes. So pull your desk out, and get all the cables individually pulled back to the end device. Get velcro cable ties - Not zip ties (if you pull to tightly then you can tear the shield and allow for cross talk / issues)

I start the furthest away from where my device is, and work my way to that device. Once you pull everything cleanly in the area of focus. Get some under desk cable management strips (link at the end of post to some on amazon for an idea) and tuck those cables at the end of the desk in the holder of your choice.

Now what do you do with the mess at the end near your end point? - Velcro them into a "loop" or have them make a U shape and route back up to your end point from the other side. For you, have it go behind your computer and loop back up behind it, so they all plug in fine, but you wont see them.

Its resulted in virtually no cables on peoples desks (besides mine because fuck doing work for myself on the clock)

Links;

https://www.amazon.com/Viaky-Adhesive-Backed-Adjustable-Management/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=sr_1_6?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1549482913&sr=1-6&keywords=cable+management


https://www.amazon.com/Kootek-Management-Neoprene-Organizer-Reversible/dp/B01GCS77TU/ref=sr_1_9?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1549482913&sr=1-9&keywords=cable+management


https://www.amazon.com/Channel-Cable-Raceway-Black-Length-x/dp/B002DNM42O/ref=sr_1_26?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1549482913&sr=1-26&keywords=cable+management

A few items that will help with cable management:

• Cable Sleeve - simple, effective, and easy to use, but also requires some forethought to not end up with a cable snake. Since the material is soft it can be cut to length and used to go around corners. Also great protection from small pets.
  
  
• Double sided tape - Easy to use, and has a really good hold. Best use is for mounting your power strip. Down side is that it will most likely cause paint damage if it's ever removed.
  
  
• Cable Clips - great for directing the flow of wires. Simple to use, and hold quite well. Used with the cable sleeve, you can keep the wire snake at bay (cut a hole in the sleeve and poke the clip through while mounting to the wall or desk). Similarly with the double sided tape, you may have damage if you try to remove them.
  
  
• Velcro Straps - these have good length on them for help keeping multiple wires tightly grouped. The pack also comes with a good amount of them, in grey and black. The help keep the cable snake from bulging.
  
  

Since you can't screw anything into the desk, here's what I would do:

Grab some of these while they're on sale

Then grab some 3M Command Strips to hold up some sort of cable raceway like this (Although you can probably find something cheaper than this particular one at Lowes or Home Depot.)

Or you could just buy a few of these

Or a cable box like this. Personally, I'd go with the box and velcro strips, since your tower is so close to the outlet. Unless you plan to relocate it.

But most importantly for college dorm life: 3M command strips are your friend for almost everything.

Not sure why noone responded to you but these are some useful items:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019NZLYUW https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015HWXG4M https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XZPYP7Y

Some additional photos can be found HERE. Full specs are below:

Rig on the right:

• Cyberpower GXIVR8060A4 Gaming PC - Link
  
• i5 7400 CPU 3.0 GHz
  
• Asus Prime B250-A Motherboard
  
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
  
• 120GB SATA SSD
  
• 1TB HDD
  
• ASUS VG248QE Black 24" Gaming Monitor - Link
  
• CRYORIG H7 Cooler - Link
  
• Corsair Vengeance LPX 3000MHz 16gb (4 x 4GB) DDR4 (CMK8GX4M2B3000C15) - Link
  
• Logitech G413 Gaming Keyboard - Link
  
• Furmax Executive Racing Chair - Link
  
• BrosTrend 1200Mbps Long Range USB WiFi Adapter - Link
  
• Bose Companion 2 Multimedia Speakers - Link
  
• Coulax Wireless Qi Charger - Link
  
• Dechanic Mini Control Gaming Mouse Pad (red) - Link
  
  Rig on the left
  
  
• Dell XPS 8700
  
• I7 4790 CPU 3.6GHz
  
• 16GB DDR3L 1600MHz (4x4GB)
  
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750Ti 2GB DDR5
  
• 2TB HDD
  
• 32GB SATA SSD
  
• Dell 23” Touchscreen IPS LED Monitor (P2314T) - Link
  
• Logitech C922x Pro Stream Webcam - Link
  
• Bose Companion 2 Multimedia Speakers - Link
  
• Auray BAI-2U Broadcast Arm w/Internal Springs and Integrated USB Cable - Link
  
• Samson CO1U USB Condenser Microphone - Link
  
• Koolertron Universal 50MM Microphone Shock Mount - Link
  
• Dragonpad Pop Filter - Link
  
• Dechanic Mini Control Gaming Mouse Pad (red) - Link
  
• Furmax Executive Racing Chair - Link
  
  Desk
  
  
• 1 x LILLTRASK White 98” Countertop - Link
  
• 2 x ALEX Drawer/File Unit - Link
  
• 1 x GODVIN White Leg - Link
  
• Nexlux LED Strip Lights - Link
  
• Viaky 30 Pcs Black Adhesive Clips (for cable management) - Link
  
• Google Home Mini (to control desk lights) - Link

Something like these

Edit: alternative

I used a combination of adhesive cable clips and Velcro cable ties.

These clips:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_a70RBbHVRAPPC

And these ties:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0154MS9Q0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_p80RBbGMJW2Z7

I'm glad you asked I actually used a weird cable management method imo

mostly these for routing cables underneath the desk/keeping them straighthttps://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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and these for mounting heavy things like power bricks or things that require a little more help staying in place https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KKPHZ8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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as far as sag goes, i tries to distribute weight so it wouldnt have too much stress on the middle, what i should've done is used those legs on the alex drawers and have the countertop sag a couple inches off to help center the weight a bit

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I grabbed these. Although you have to use a fair amount of them, they don't do damage to your desk, they get the job done and are cheap. Plus if you want to move your setup around, just use the same clips for different wires and you also don't have to redo a wire solution every time you get a new piece of gear or stop using an old one.

Your post may be deleted for violating Rule 2 just FYI.

Here are my recommendations though:

• Mount the surge protector under your desk using heavy duty double stick tape or screws if it has keyholes
  
• For your keyboard/mouse cables. If you're willing, the best way is to drill a hole just large enough that they can fit through. Drill it underneath where your large mousemat is. Then cut a tiny slit in the mousemat for them to come through. You can then feed them under down through and under the desk.
  
• Mount your USB hub under the desk on the front off to the left or right side from where you sit using command strips or double stick tape. Easy access to plugin items when needed and just unplug devices when not using. If you're using the ports 100% of the time, it may be better to mount it under the desk towards the back out of the way. I use mine only for short term things like pluging in a headset, SD card reader, etc. So when I'm done I just unplug them and it's clean.
  
• Under the desk you're going to want to buy some cable clamp type things. Depending on your types of wires you may need a few different sizes. I've bought tiny ones for single thin cables, medium ones for a usb or two, and xlarge ones for power cords/hdmi/multiple cables
  
• Depending on your situation, you could also pick up the IKEA Signum rack for under the desk to help with things, or a J Channel cableracewaytype sitution
  
• With all of the management and running things under the desk, I personally found I needed to buy a few extenders for different things. So I had to pick up a couple of USB 3 extension cables, as well as a couple of power extension cables so I could get things all cleanly routed then down/up at one single point to the outlet or computer.
  
  Any other questions just ask. I could always take pictures of my setup and under the desk if it would help, just PM me for those.

this stuff works pretty well for my purposes

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variations of these adhesive clips

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velcro straps


a cable wrap

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if you want to be fancy

runners

This is what I did in the way of management. A small basket, zip ties and these little clips I got off Amazon for 6 bucks. IKEA charges too much. Link below

https://imgur.com/a/8eMtWjc

Viaky 30 Pcs Black Clips Self Adhesive Backed Nylon Wire Adjustable Cable Clips Adhesive Cable Management Drop Wire Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aCcxDbPWMZ1BD

I use these under my desk and around the house.

These to hold cables to back of desk

These to bunch cables together

Neater than cable ties and you don't have to cut them open if you need to add another cable.

bought this initially which i DO NOT recommend - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

find something similar if you can.
And I like to ziptie together my cords, not using zipties exactly but those twisty things that come with packaging from your cables idk what its called exactly lol

A lot of packing tape used on the wires against the bottom of desk. I also used this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

> didn't want to damage the patio covering

Do you mean you don't want to permanently putting holes through the aluminum? If so then those screws would not do what you want. You can probably use epoxy glue to just glue down any type of plastic wire hook. Something like this perhaps

https://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Backed-Adjustable-Management-Holder/dp/B01M6U9Q9C

If you're averse to drilling into your desk like I was, here's what I used for my cable management with less room to work with than you, OP.

The Basic Stuff

2 x 40" Cable management sleeves- $14

30 x adhesive cable management clips- $7

50 x reusable velcro ties- $8

2 x Cable management bins- $23

The strongest double-sided 3M tape you can find- $10 at your local hardware store

Optional, but highly recommended

AmazonBasics Premium Dual Monitor Stand- $190

AmazonBasics 7 Port USB 3.0 Hub with 12V/3A Power Adapter- $27

AmazonBasics 4 Port USB 3.0 Hub with 5V/2.5A power adapter- $17

• The cable management sleeves should be pretty self-explanatory, but they have the added benefit of having holes cut out already for more efficient cable routing.
  
  
• The clips are useful if you have to route any cables under your desk or just need something to hold individually-wrapped cables in a convenient location under your desk.
  
  
• The velcro ties are useful for organizing your cables before routing them through the sleeves. I prefer to group mine by audio, video, and peripherals, but you may prefer otherwise.
  
  
• Use the cable management bins to hide your messy powerstrip and whatever else you may want to hide. They can also come in handy for routing cables in more complex A/V or music-production set-ups.
  
  
• Powered USB hubs can be really helpful for reducing the number of cables you have to routing from your desk to your PC or from your desk to an outlet. They're also really convenient when you have a phone that needs charged, a new wireless dongle to plug in, or just plugging in your basic peripherals vs. having to reach around the back of your PC to do it. I keep the 7-port Amazon hub on my desk for my mouse/keyboard BT dongles, charging my phone, and when I need to occasionally plug in my mouse/keyboard. Meanwhile, I keep the 4-port hub 3M-taped to the bottom of my desk for when I need to plug in external HD/USB drives.
  
  
• If you have the room in your budget and your monitors support VESA mounts, mounting your monitors would do wonders for your cable management and organization. I recommended Amazon's because I use their VESA mount for my 34" Viotek and it's sturdy as hell, so I imagine their double mount is just as good. That said, there's cheaper alternatives out there, but I just can't speak to their quality.

I bought some of these velcro cable ties, some sticky-backed cable clips, and some heavy duty velcro-like plastic fastener stuff.

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Used the faster to attach my power strip under my desk, the cable ties to bundle what I needed to, and the cable clips to route the cables.

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If you need to allow for some desk height adjustments, create a service loop with enough slack for travel wherever the desk extends.

So I love these things, they're just little clips that stick to things. They hold the wires up and out of the way

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_O1WXDbE8DA40G

Indeed, heres a cheaper GPU bracket too:

https://www.amazon.com/upHere-Graphics-Anodized-Aerospace-Aluminum/dp/B079HSVSLR/ref=asc_df_B079HSVSLR/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309743296044&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10665687362373943921&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007224&hvtargid=pla-571699433718&psc=1

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Its a good idea as you will face some major sag.

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You may also want to get something to better organize your cables:

https://www.amazon.com/Viaky-Adhesive-Backed-Adjustable-Management/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=cable+management&qid=1571599718&sr=8-8

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There are other options for making your setup look a little more tidy like cable raceways:

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Raceways-Concealer-Wall-Raceway/dp/B07KBYFQY8/ref=asc_df_B07KBYFQY8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309750549985&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17039843953418155208&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007224&hvtargid=pla-582137656261&psc=1

In addition to that, consider buy these - Viaky 30 Pcs Black Clips Self Adhesive Backed Nylon Wire Adjustable Cable Clips Adhesive Cable Management Drop Wire Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_y9SIBbG0BHJDQ

They do wonders for helping route your cables.

I have the standard Ikea desk, so I don't have legs, but I do group them up down the back so it's not a rats nest behind. I started from the left because my PC is on the right side of the desk. As new cables were added, I would just loop them in to the original cable which was a flat (by mistake) Cat7 cord. Then my left speaker, then my keyboard, then my monitor and DP cable, and then the right speaker and speaker power cord, and then my wireless phone charger, and that puts you at the PC. I do have 5 non-integrated cords that are grouped and behind the left side for an architect lamp, router, and modem, which are grouped but not anchored. There's an outlet on the left side as well, so they get their own power strip which I hid behind the Ikea cabinet.

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Cable holders

Velcro ties

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This

One of these under the desk:

J Channel Cable Raceway - Black - 48" Length https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002DNM42O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_s83kDbX2E072C

And I also mounted a power strip and usb hub under the desk along with some of these:

Viaky 30 Pcs Black Clips Self Adhesive Backed Nylon Wire Adjustable Cable Clips Adhesive Cable Management Drop Wire Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6U9Q9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_M-3kDbZM7FKQV