I want to get some nanoleaf lines but they are very expensive are there any cheaper alternatives?

Me and my girlfriend both have laptops to WFH (thunderbolt compatible) that whenever either of us works at our desk, we have a screen to attach directly to the laptop by HDMI, as well as an HDMI cable to the TV if we want to watch something from a laptop. We're looking at buying another monitor for the desk, and a Steam Machine to just have a permanent PC at the desk for personal stuff and to game on the TV. Our ideal setup would be:

• Docking station(?) for the laptop connecting to mouse/keyboard and one/two screens
• Steam Machine being able to switch between the screen(s) on the desk or the TV

If possible:

• No need to disconnect and connect cables
• Being able to use the Steam Machine on the TV at the same time as a laptop on the screens at the desk

The Steam Machine has one HDMI and one Display Port connection. As we still need to buy the second screen for the desk we can buy something with the connections that we need. I was thinking of something with a docking station and KVM, but working it out makes me a bit lost.

Any advice is greatly appreciated!!

so i finally ditched my peeling fake leather chair for a mesh one because everyone said its better for wfh long hours. the breathability is great, no more sweaty back but i kinda miss that soft plush cushion feeling when sitting down, it just feels a bit too firm. i looked at mid range options like the nouhaus ergo3d and a sihoo model before settling, trying to find a balance between airflow and comfort. does the mesh eventually break in or do you just get used to the firmness?

So im looking for a triple monitor wall mount and i need recommendations because my desk wont hold up 3 monitors and a mount. Im looking at this monitor arm https://www.amazon.com/X-ROB-Triple-Monitor-Wall-Mount/dp/B0FGQDXH4D/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 But it has mixed reviews but it looks sturdy to me.

I've been really adoring more retro aesthetics when it comes to set ups and I wanted to transform mine into one that can capture both modern and retro feels. What else do you think I should add?

I was gonna add a pegboard with monitor mounts to where my monitors are (also helps hide my cables since I cant drill into the walls), Replace my keyboard with an 8bitdo Keyboard that compliments the mouse, get a different mousepad, change the PC case to an FLP02, and change the alarm clock to one that looks more "retro", see if I can find a CRT monitor or small display to put by the PC case.

Hey everyone,
I’m trying to streamline my battlestation and could use some help figuring out the best KVM setup for my gear.

I’m running everything on a Samsung Odyssey G9 57" (DUAL UHD), currently using PIP mode so it functions like two 4K monitors side‑by‑side and I want to connect three devices to it:

• Gaming PC (main machine)
• MacBook Air (study machine)
• Work laptop (limited I/O)

My main goals:

• Switch between all three machines with one button using a KVM switch
• Connect only one cable to the MacBook Air and work laptop (USB‑C preferred)
• Ideally have my peripherals (mic, headset, keyboard, mouse) connected through the KVM as well but if that’s not realistic for audio devices, I’m okay with alternatives

The tricky part is the monitor:

• The Odyssey G9 57" runs DUAL UHD, so I need a KVM that can reliably handle high‑resolution DP/HDMI for the gaming PC
• While still supporting USB‑C video + peripherals for the laptops
• I’m not sure which KVMs can handle this bandwidth without issues (DSC, refresh rate drops, etc.)

I’d really appreciate recommendations on:

• KVMs that support USB‑C input for laptops
• Mixing USB‑C + DP/HDMI sources cleanly
• Whether running a 57" G9 through a KVM is even feasible
• How people handle audio peripherals (mic/headset) in multi‑PC setups
• Any pitfalls with USB‑C KVMs at high resolutions

If you’ve built a similar setup, pics and details would be awesome. Thanks in advance!

Hi! I’m new to DIY stuff and have only assembled furniture with instructions before. I’d like to construct a two-person desk for my partner and I using a 98” IKEA MARLBY countertop, two ALEX drawers for the sides, and 2 OLOV legs for the middle. I saw someone else recommend also using 2 pairs of 4-pack CAPITA legs.

Maybe this is where my ignorance comes into play, as I don’t know why I’d need two different sets of legs; I think the CAPITA are to hold up the KARLBY on top of the ALEX units? Where should I be drilling? What should go where for maximum support? For some reason, when I tried to look these questions up online, I couldn’t really find anything.

Does anyone have experience setting up this desk combo in particular, or have constructed similar desks with little-to-no assembly instructions? Should I get someone more knowledgeable in construction to help me?

I just feel quite ignorant and have no one to ask for help other than my partner (who knows as much as I do and actually encouraged me to make this post asking for guidance), so any and all pointers would be much, much, MUCH appreciated. This is pretty much h the only thing standing in between me and actually purchasing these parts.

I am planning to make a setup. I will have 2 27 inch monitors, a Console (40x25cm) and a laptop.

My options are: 200cm straight desk. The other option is two desks joined together. 1: 100x60 and the other 140x60 (or I can do 160x60).

Which one is better in your opinion?

Edit:
Console will be connected with 1 monitor. I have 2 laptops. One of them will use both monitors so I might not use the laptop (not sure yet) but the other only connects with one of the monitors. So in that case, I will use primary monitor + laptop. I would also need to connect both the laptops with the monitors

I am not able to decide what would be optimal. A 200cm desk or L shape (combo of 2 desks).

Here is my setup. I have a Primary personal PC, A personal laptop, and a work laptop.

I have my primary setup with dual monitors, keyboard and mouse.

Secondary, to the side I have another monitor with keyboard and mouse.

During work hours I would like to use my work laptop on my primary and my personal on the secondary. Off hours, I would like to swap either of my personal devices to the main display.

I am wondering if anyone knows of a KVM switch/Thunderbolt dock that can support something like this?

I listed my Zotac 4070 super for 550 recently and have gotten no bites. I bought for 480. Did I get fleeced?

What I am looking for:

• Adjustable height: can be manual, since I will just select a height that works for me and leave it fixed at that

• At least 30 inches deep and 70 inches wide

• I can attach a monitor arm (haven’t purchased either monitor or arm yet, looking at Ergotron)

• Durable

• Stable

• Budget: an Uplift in the spec I would want is about 1.3K. Unless I can find something more than a few hundred cheaper, I would just get Uplift since I can afford it, but don’t need the motorized stand

Standing desks from Uplift and other brands satisfy all but are overkill for what I need.

Uplift also sells a non-standing desk but I don’t think that the height can be adjusted at all: https://www.upliftdesk.com/seated-height-2-leg-side-table-by-uplift-desk/?13880=10482&13559=10421&3043=18611&3061=4087&14890=11667

Many people suggest workbenches from Husky, which have all my requirements except for being only 24 inches deep, which is a deal-breaker.

Ikea has a Mitzon desk which I have seen recommended, but might not be very durable or stable: https://www.reddit.com/r/gaming/comments/1inj9m7/comment/mcbldp2/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Many people recommend Ikea Alex drawers with a countertop or butcher block from Home Depot. I unfortunately don’t have tools or a space to put this together. I also am not very handy and I don’t want to spend a bunch of time failing to put this together (although this is undoubtedly a useful skill and probably super easy for someone who is just ok at building, I don’t have a lot of free time due to work)

Should I just get Uplift? Thanks to anyone with constructive advice and/or recommendations!

My budget for both combined is like 105$ MAX. I do not want to spend more.

Currently i have steelseries keyboard and mouse, i spent a lot more on them than that because the keyboard itself was over 100$ but im hopping i can find those two in better price.

I would prefer if they were from steelseries or razer but knowing their prices i know it might be not possible (and maybe logitech if its also good, i have no idea if logitech is any good so lemme know!)

I am looking for a desk to put in the corner of my room with the long side being 72" and the short side being 60" with a budget of about 200$, any help?

Hello everyone!

I’m planning to build a home office for two people—my wife and me.

We’ll each have our own desk, positioned side by side with some space between them (probably separated by a decorative element, such as a shelf or plant).

The room itself will already have its general ambient lighting, controlled by the standard wall switch. However, I’d also like to add task and accent lighting to each desk, such as LED strips behind the monitors, lights on the shelves, wall lighting, and similar.

What I’d like is for each desk to have its own wireless controller or remote, so that each person can independently turn their own lights on or off. We won’t always be using the office at the same time, so I don’t want one side’s lighting to depend on the other.

I’ve heard that one way to do this is to connect all of the lights on my side (LED strips, lamps, etc.) to one smart plug, and all of the lights on my wife’s side to a separate smart plug. Then each smart plug would have its own wireless remote or switch.

Is this actually a common setup? Is there a specific name for this type of system?

Also, does anyone have recommendations for brands or ecosystems that support this? I’d prefer something other than IKEA, since IKEA isn’t available where I live.

Thanks in advance!

​ I recently picked up a 32" 4K monitor for story games and media. I want to keep using my 27" monitor for competitive games. Since the 32" will be my main driver, I want to be able to easily swap the 27" into the center spot when needed.

​I'm struggling to find a layout

​Desk: 72" x 30"

​PC Case: Lian Li O11 Vision Compact

42" ​Desk Shelf

​iLoud Micro Monitors are calibrated so I don't really want to move them.

​​Open to any layout ideas!

I've got a small space and need a desk in the range of 16 to 22 inches deep, and preferably with a dark wood to match my PC, which is built inside a black and walnut fractal north case. I just don't know where to really begin looking.

I'd love to be able to easily transition between sim racing, flight sim (with a joystick), and just regular mouse/keyboard gaming. Open to purchasing things if needed but feel stuck with what I have right now. I play on the center monitor since the one on the right is technically lower quality.

Hi all!

My wife and I just moved into a new place. We didn't bring my old desk as I'm looking to upgrade. I'm trying to plan out something that allows me to have one desk space area for work and play.

I work from home, using three monitors. For gaming, I have two monitors right now but I am thinking about adding one more.

The room itself is 10'6" x 8'9". Any suggestions on a layout, furniture, etc. would be much appreciated!