(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best laptop stands

Typing this on an Omen 17t right now, and I have to say I completely agree. When I got this thing, I was blown away by the price to specs ratio, but it was a stuttery gaming mess. Even with G-Sync on my model I was getting terrible throttling and screen tearing due to the CPU throttling up and down. Honestly I would not consider buying unless you're willing to shell out a bit more in upgrades (anywhere from $8-$75ish depending which suggestions you choose to pick up) and apply a little bit of elbow grease (and literally some thermal grease).

If you're up for it, you can have the best of all worlds (cooling, performance, and price). I regularly idle between 45-50C, and I no longer get thermal throttling while gaming, almost never get past 85-90C while gaming, even lower if I have my fans on (detail below).

If you're curious what I did, here it is in order of (imo) most effective to least effective changes:

• Repasting the CPU and GPU - Prior to replacing the horrifically bad thermal paste on this thing, my idling CPU temperatures never dipped below 70-75C (yikes), games were almost out of question, they were always pinned at 99C with horrific thermal throttling. JUST repasting the CPU brought it down 10C. Highly recommend using Arctic MX-4 if you're considering this option (the 2019 edition comes with a cute little paste spreader if you don't have one already). A word of warning on doing this: HP uses some kind of fucking insane screws on their internal heatsink mountings. They look like a standard phillips, and for all intents and purposes they are, but the fuckers are mounted INSANELY tightly and are frustratingly between a size 0 and 00 screwdriver (one is slightly too small, one is slightly too large). And they strip damn near instantly. I had to gently file down the side of 3 screws to make one side flat, then tap them loose with a small hammer. Just a word of warning, it's well worth the effort, but you have to be careful.
  
  
• Undervolt your CPU - I've had great luck undervolting my CPU on this Omen and getting way better temperatures from it. It's as easy as downloading Intel's Extreme Tuning Utility and clicking on one slider, that's it. This super easy fix dropped my temperatures another 5-10C. And for anyone wondering, this does not have any performance impact on your machine whatsoever, it's not a "downclock" it's simply giving your CPU slightly less voltage to work with (making it run much cooler). I've had zero issues with -0.155 to -0.16 offsets, but it's a highly YMMV sort of thing. You can drop it even lower on the fly if you're not doing any real crazy intensive tasks.
  
  
• Bring in some more fan power - The two steps above can EASILY net you a 15-25C decrease, and I'd recommend doing those before anything else (given thermal paste is free if you have some extra tubes laying around to under $8). But if you want to beat down those temps even further, I think these OPOLAR laptop fans are a godsend. These are different from normal laptop cooling pads (the big plastic ones with big fans in them you set underneath your laptop) in that they aren't shoving air in the PC but outtaking it. This works particularly well on the Omen line, given their back fans are both outtakes. When I want to really grind down temps, they routinely give me another 5-15C (depending on how sensitive you are to fan noise) in gaming. HP, imo, has bar none the worst fan curves in the game, and they don't let you tinker with them in the bios either (I've had no luck in getting speedfan to work either). You can mount these things permanently with a little plastic mount that can fit PERFECTLY spaced on the bottom of the Omen laptops I have (ie, not blocking fan intakes) for super easy mount/removal. In a surprising feat of good design, HP fan outtakes are removable on most models (meaning, you can expose the heatpipe fins while keeping the rest of the laptop all in once piece), so you can chuck those off and mount these suckers darn near directly on the laptop heatpipes and really draw out heat. I have two mounted on my Omen, but you could probably get away with only one and get very similar performance benefits (particularly by attaching on the heatpipe that is mounted on your CPU, that seems to be the hotter heatsink in my experience, but obviously YMMV).
  
  
• Rip off the stupid webbing air filters on the underside of your laptop - Fair warning, this will obviously require you to dust out your laptop a bit more frequently (you should be doing that regardless, really) and leave you open to crumbs/dust particles getting your machine a bit more easily, but I think it's well worth the tradeoff. HP puts on this silvery tightly knit webbing glued on the bottom of their gaming laptops that is really, truly great at stopping dust and debris from getting into your chassis. With that said, it's also great at stopping AIR getting to the intake fans (seriously, if you have an Omen and haven't done this already, try taking your back panel off your laptop and blowing through it, this webbing drastically cuts airflow on a machine already airflow deprived). This won't give as drastic of a boost as the other recommendations, but it's another completely free way to get better performance.
  
  
  
• Elevate - Get a laptop stand that allows you to get your laptop off the table, or hell even prop a book under it, anything to give the fans more clearance. Obviously try a free option first to see if you get any benefit from it, but if you're looking for a recommendation on stands, I've tried a good chunk of them from Amazon, and I like this Nulaxy the best. It's super stable and has a really nice heft to it, works great for me at home/office.
  
  There's some other minor stuff you can do, but those are the big ones. I think it's worth it, but it's all personal preference. If I can clarify something/add pictures or whatever, just ask, or if I missed something big feel free to reply and add it.
  
  TL;DR In order of effectiveness: Repaste your CPU/GPU (Arctic MX-4 is great), undervolt your CPU, get some laptop fans (I prefer ones that outtake), rip off the air filter webbing on the bottom laptop panel, elevate your laptop off your usage area.

This manipulation will make your laptop a bit more bumpy chassis-wise and I won't take any responsibility if something goes wrong :P (Don’t forget to think about the warranty)

I am a lurker but I can really understand your feelings since I was in the same situation (same laptop) before however, I was able to fix this, let me explain How to avoid TDP-downs:

After dealing with multiple slim laptops and also thanks Reddit for some data, I have concluded that these are the main types of throttling linked with the thermals:

• CPU throttling (duh), however my laptop goes to 10W whereas the CPU was only around at the early eighties °C at 15W, and the laptop itself has another more powerful fan state at this temperature, so I think it is supposed to handle that CPU heat (these fans suck tbh).
  My laptop was not thermal throttling but power limiting (except at TDP-high but that’s not the issue) so I skipped it.
  
  
• software throttling, setting at High performance plan and removing + disabling the reinstallation of the Intel Dynamic Platform & Thermal Framework Driver should be enough (no, it won’t wreck your PC, but staying at High Performance will make your laptop uncomfortable because of the heat).
  
  
• VRM throttling, now this one is a little bit more implicit, but it is also very important, I am not an electronic expert and feel free to correct me, but I think that when it overheats, the component won’t be able to deliver as much power to the CPU thus the TDP-down. (Did Intel specified a TDP-down for mobile processors because slim laptops have generally a hard time cooling the CPU and VRMs at the same time?)
  
  To begin the fix you will need to buy these thermal pads (personally I bought two):
  https://www.amazon.com/Thermal-Grizzly-Minus-High-Performance/dp/B00ZJS8RWQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526667081&sr=8-1&keywords=TG-MP8-120-20-10-1R
  
  So, I have sacrificed my laptop to check it, and after removing the black foil there are indeed some VRMs that are not under the heat sink. I have a very empirical way to find them (I don’t have a thermal camera unfortunately).
  Launch TS Bench from ThrottleStop and then on the back of the computer, near the CPU, try to find very hot components (the ones that are barely too hot to touch) then place 3-4 thermal pads on them so that it can reach the chassis of the laptop.
  
  Of course this is not enough, and that’s where the cooler joins in, I found two coolers that are really useful:
  
  
• a cross-flow fan:
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F3971YK/ref=twister_B01F3971X6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
  
  https://i.imgur.com/8IpUd4b.jpg
  
  The cross-flow fan is easier and cheaper to use however it is not as efficient as the next one, the laptop will be able to, at long term and at least, use 14W at 24°C ambient temperature. However, I would still buy it for travels etc.
  
  
• a DIY powerful fan stand:
  
  This one is not hard to do but requires some money but I suppose that budget won’t be your issue since the laptop itself is quite expensive already.
  
  For this you will need:
  
  
• a 3-pin 12V fan with good air pressure:
  https://www.amazon.com/Noctua-NF-A14-industrialPPC-2000-140x140x25mm-2000rpm/dp/B00KESSI2A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1526667148&sr=1-1&keywords=B00KESSI2A
  
  
• fan grills:
  https://www.amazon.com/140mm-Black-Grill-Guard-screws/dp/B01M2YI7BM/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1526667587&sr=1-3&keywords=fan+grill+140mm
  
  
• 5V to 12V USB to 3-pin:
  https://www.amazon.com/FAN2USB-12V-USB-Converting-Adapter/dp/B00MNB40ZU/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1526667190&sr=8-1&keywords=FAN2USB
  
  
• a stand with hole:
  https://www.amazon.com/Urbo-Adjustable-Heat-Vent-Elevate-Notebooks/dp/B01I0KN91I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1526667370&sr=8-2&keywords=urbo+stand
  
  The hole is where we are going to place the fan and the height will help the fan to get more air, so that is very important.
  
  
• a cable tie set to attach the fan on the stand:
  https://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-Nylon-Resistant-Cable-White/dp/B00UJ95URU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526667534&sr=8-1&keywords=Cable+Tie+Set+400
  
  Optionally you can also buy a voltage regulator to turn it off but yeah unplugging the USB do the work too haha:
  https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Fan-Speed-Controller-FANMATE-2/dp/B000292DO0/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1526667258&sr=1-1&keywords=FANMATE2
  
  After it is done and placed your laptop on it, you should be able to play all night without seeing the laptop throttling.
  
  I tried to exceed the 15W, but this step is probably impossible, with the cooling I was able to stay a few more seconds at almost 30W but even after dealing with max TDP via Throttlestop, it throttles down. I just think that HP has limited its device to 15W for long term state (no matter the thermals or power) which is quite understandable but still it would be nice to unlock it.
  I have for instance set the TDP max at 16W with ThrottleStop (so just a little bit more) and it still throttles after around 30 seconds to 15W with the cooler, I don’t know if I will give up but with -100mV undervolting I am able to reach STABLE 2.8ghz at full load, at 15W, so it is not that bad for a convertible 13-inch laptop.
  
  I would like to post more photos however I am on a trip for months, so I can't right now.
  
  Feel free to ask me any questions!
  
  EDIT: formatting because 1st post
  
  EDIT 2:
  
  Here is how I placed my thermal pads:
  https://i.imgur.com/0fHQTIl.jpg
  
  I have also stressed my laptop for almost 15min non-stop with my cross-flow fan, here are the results showing a stable performance:
  
  
• Start:
  https://i.imgur.com/h9Tq2fU.png
  
  
• End:
  https://i.imgur.com/j5P8osg.png

I'm slightly older if that really matters. Here's my advice.

One thing you can do right now without buying anything is to remove the stickers off of your laptop. Seriously, it makes a difference.

For all my recommendations I'm going to list price first as I imagine budget being a concern.

$5 - Do you only use the external drive when at your desk? If so, mounting it to the corner of the desk, the wall, (or if you ever pick up an external monitor, the back of that) might look cleaner.
I use this stuff to stick things - https://www.amazon.com/Scotch-051141397252-Extremely-Mounting-414P-ST/dp/B018GKCI82/ You can find it at stores like Target.

With all the cables coming out of your laptop, I think a USB hub would really help your setup as all of the cables would go directly into one place. If your laptop has a USB-C port and supports charging over it, you can get a USB-C hub so you can connect peripherals and charging over one cable.

$15 - If you don't have USB-C, something like this looks good - https://www.amazon.com/Anker-4-Port-Macbook-Surface-Notebook/dp/B00XMD7KPU/

It has four USB 3.0 ports and is very clean and small. However, the cable is a bit short.

Around $79 - If you do have USB-C, I have this hub and it's pretty good, however the cable is short and can feel a bit loose at times.

$25 - A basic colored mousepad might look cleaner if you want to go for that look. I have this mousepad and recommend it, but it's all personal preference.

$35 - I think you should pick up a headphone stand so the grease and oils don't get on your laptop screen, I recommend this one - https://www.amazon.com/Satechi-Aluminum-Headphone-Stand-Holder/dp/B019PI9QFC/

It gives you three extra USB 3.0 ports, a headphone jack and comes in four different colors, and has a solid aluminum build. If you don't need those extras, this stand is still aluminum and comes in at $12 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GZFX6ND/

Probably around $100-$150 - The biggest upgrade you can make here I think is an external monitor and keyboard. It would improve your setup's ergonomics significantly. This desk looks pretty small, so I would recommend something no bigger than 24 inches in screen size. The resolution of the screen and such would depend on what you want and your laptop's power. However, I highly recommend at least 1920x1080 resolution.

$25 - If you ever do decide to upgrade to an external monitor, you probably wouldn't be able to use two screens on your desk, and the closed laptop would take up way too much space. I would recommend this laptop stand - https://www.amazon.com/Vertical-Adjustable-OMOTON-Aluminum-Chromebook/dp/B0769G51R7/

I have it myself and it's very well built, adjustable, and makes things a lot cleaner if you use an external monitor. It has branding on one side but if you flip it you can just use the side with no branding so it looks super clean. You can make it very stable on the desk with some simple double-sided tape.

That's all I have for now. Enjoy your setup!

I have the Mantiz Venus eGPU setup with my 980ti in my X1C6 and it's OK, definitely buggy and problematic at points (like using third party cables, driver updates, USB ports don't work well) but it's way better than the Lenovo Graphics Dock I was using earlier.

As for accessories, I bought this stand which I like a lot. There's so many types, so if you need one, there's plenty to choose from. I also bought a USB-C to 4 port USB-A hub from Aukey that fixes the USB problem on the eGPU.

One minor note, if you use a kensington lock, make sure you know it works with the unit first, one of my cables works and one doesn't. It had to do with the length of the kensington connector, for models where something sticks out permanently they don't seem to work (more portable ones) versus ones that are more permanent seem to work fine. I can elaborate on this if need be.

I think the HDR panels are in high demand, but I highly recommend it. It's a beautiful screen on my unit, and the brightness is great.

I own or have owned all the ones I linked below. I don't use my laptop as a desktop so it's not connected to any of my monitors. The reason I bought the stands is to house the laptop when not in used or when I connect it to my TV.

1. iQunix Vertical Laptop Stand: This laptop stand works well. The rubber padding is pretty thick so I didn't worry too much about possibly scratching it, especially around the opening edges. Also, the design of this stand allows good airflow if you want to have the fan vent pointing down.
   
2. Twelve South BookArc: This stand is probably one of the nicest stand I owned. It's everything above plus the leg slot that allows you to run your cable under if needed. If you're looking for a stand to display your laptop, I say this would be it. Also, because of the extra rubber padding around the opening of the stand, you can slide the laptop in with ease.
   
3. Jarlink Vertical Stand: This here is a decent stand that I liked because it's pretty minimal. It's smaller than the other two and has a nice weight to it. It's also adjustable so it should work with most laptops. However, it's kind of a PIA to adjust the thing to the right fitting if you have OCD like me. Oh, there are no slots on the bottom so ventilation isn't great depending on how you use it.
   
4. Seenda Vertical Stand: This is the stand that I use the most when I'm not using my desktop. It's adjustable to fit most laptop sizes and can be used as a height stand for a more comfortable typing position (I use the height stand a lot). It also has a 2nd slot where I place my iPad (this was a huge plus for me). There are no slots on the bottom so ventilation isn't great depending on how you use it. The biggest con to this stand is that there are no rubber padding around the top edges of the opening. So when you slide your laptop in, you want to be a little careful.
   
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I used to have a cooling pad (Zalman NC-2000) - it worked well with many Windows notebooks, because they usually have a air intake at the bottom, because, most cooling pads "push" the air towards the notebook.

Doesn't help anything with a Macbook though. Macbooks take their air from all open ports (keyboard for example). The heat is let out through the aluminum body and the side fans of course.
So, "pushing" the air towards the notebook with cooling pads doesnt help. One could argue that cooling the body would help, but trust me, it doesnt.

When idle (with Chrome (4-5 Tabs), iTunes, Mail and Skype opened), the macbook had about 55°C.
With the cooling pad in idle mode, it had about 55°C as well.
When gaming, it was 90-100°C with both as well.

What help though, was a stand that raises the notebook.
These ones do help though:

Belkin Loft Stand
or this

TwelveSouth HiRise

because there will be much room UNDER the notebook for the air to ventilate.
I am now at 45°C idle / 80°C gaming.

Hope this helps :)

I have my laptop connected to a metal 'dock' that keeps it in the vertical position and the fans are completely unobstructed. I have it connected to a external display and a keyboard and mouse

The dock I have:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0769G51R7/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_HfBXDbWAKPHC0

It's super heavy and has a superior build quality for the price. I definitely recommend

Here's the link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FUOILAC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Setup was easy, the arm rotates on 2 axes, but it's not telescopic. Works for me. It comes with a tool that supposedly locks the arm in place, though I'm still able to move it up and down. Other than that, I'm pretty happy.

It's this one For the price it's really good. Has rubber bumpers everywhere so your laptop is sitting nice and tight in place. Also you can save some desk space by pushing your laptop up. :)

I personally use the Crane Stand Plus and I love it. It's quick and easy to set up, and actually really sturdy. You can tighten the joints on it so it's not going to move at all. Granted, I DJ mostly weddings, so portability is huge.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CDYHOLO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a 13HD on a home-made VESA adapter connected to an Ergotron Arm and really like the setup.

If you are talking a tabletop stand, and are okay with just landscape orientation you can use:

• $25 Kensington SmartFit Easy Riser Laptop Cooling Stand. It's cheap and lightweight but it works. I've used it. It has a little more flex than I'd like but not bad.
  
• $50 Wacom's own stand for the Cintiq 13HD. Haven't used it.
  
• $70 Elevation Lab DraftTable Kit For iPad Pro. I used this with both an iPad Pro and the 13HD for a bit. It's a little small for the 13HD but is very heavy, stable and steady.

Reddit liked my last battlestation, so I decided to post my new, more portable solution.

My new battlestation was made under slightly more constraints. Everything I own fits into a single suitcase, as I moved to a New York City for work. When I got here, I found that my two laptops made a very unergonomic and uncomfortable workstation. TO remedy that problem, I sourced a few parts of Amazon.

I bought a stand for my tablet, two laptop stands meant for DJs, a wireless mouse and keyboard and a kneeling chair. Everything breaks down and fits into my suitcases except for the chair, which I would probably leave behind if I am forced to move again.

The tablet is used as a TV. I use it to watch documentaries, shows streamed from youtube, hulu, netflix or thepiratebay. The internal speakers on the tablet are a bit quiet, so I have them streaming to a Logitech UE Boom Mini. I've owned the two laptops since starting university - a Lenovo x200, and a x201 I bought a few years later to replace the x200 when it stopped detecting a battery. They're both pretty old now, but the x201 still manages to play league of legends (barely). The x200 (right) is hooked up to a set of Steelseries Siberia v3 headphones that I use for skype, or music / shows when my roommates are watching something else on the big TV, or are having loud sex. A small and surprisingly weak fan is constantly plugged in and does do a bit to keep me cool. I'll have to revisit the cooling solution when summer hits again.

I've considered upgrading the laptops, but then I figured I shouldn't be spending a lot of time inside gaming anyways. Instead, I bought a new snowboard for the upcoming season.

I bought a great laptop stand for DJ use with an integrated fan:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G7546RW/

I love it.

we love this laptop stand!

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CD8LGJ7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and yeah if they decide they dont love programming, it's still a great stand!

Thanks! Here is the link to what I used, it is pretty good construction and comes with cable clips to manage all the wires:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K7NDBZQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also got some adhesive cable management things that I stuck onto the bottom of the laptop stand so if I needed to remove my laptop, the positions of the cables wasn't affected and I could hook it all back up easily.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G23R0K6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I know this won't work for your lap but thought I'd leave the link to the "cooler" I use, works great

Arkscan LS22 Laptop Stand for Macbook... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M5BYGJ8?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

It elevates the laptop and provides better ventilation.

Been playing through an Aguilar Tonehammer DI for the past few weeks at home and I'm loving it. I've got an at home setup now of the Aguilar->small mixing board->monitoring headphones and have them all on one of these with a laptop also run into the board to play along with or use with Ableton or whatever. Such a satisfying compact setup for home practice.

Just got one of these. Seems to do the job pretty well and can definitely recommend it for some more vertical space--the middle rack is almost exactly the same size as the JU-06.

By the way, yes that link you shared was the right shelf. They’re attached to cheap monoprice speaker stands. I removed the telescoping bit and just use the base and main tube part of the stand. The threads don’t exactly match the Avantone threads in the bottom of the speaker but they do thread in far enough without stripping threads.

Monoprice Speaker Stand


The Drumbrute Impact sits atop a laptop stand.

Odyssey Laptop Stand

Couldn’t really get a great pic to show anything worth seeing. Any other questions, fire away.

Nice! Oh and a laptop stand wouldn't hurt since it will:

1. add a bit of real estate to the desk.
   
2. prevent back strain from looking down.
   
   3 options:
   
3. VESA laptop mount
   Mount-It! Laptop Notebook Desk Mount Stand with Full Motion Height Adjustable Holder, Articulating Vented Cooling Platform, Fits Up to 17 Inch Computers, Clamp Mounting, 22 Lb Capacity Black (MI-3352LT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUOILAC/
   
   
4. simple laptop stand
   Mount-It! Monitor Stand, Ergonomic Desktop Riser for Laptop, Notebook and Computer Screens, Vented Design With Adjustable Angle (MI-7230B), Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0118FUQD6/
   
   
5. old textbooks (oddly, the most expensive option :)

u/thisisme4now u/twixette u/stewgirl07 are some of the rehab club.

My aunt sent me something like this for my rehab https://smile.amazon.com/Ultra-Large-Adjustable-Foldable-Aluminum-Lightweight/dp/B07G7546RW/ You can adjust it so the laptop screen is in front of your face and the keyboard is angled down a ways so you don’t have to lift your arms at the shoulders to type. Can you get a piece of plywood cut to put under your couch cushions? You’d have to measure the size of the couch frame under the cushions, and I think Lowe’s or Home Depot will do a couple simple cuts. Or maybe there’s a building supply reuse store near you that has a piece cheaper. And then put a vertical bed pillow behind your back so there’s less room behind you and you sit more upright?

Also, set a timer on your computer or phone for the 30 minute reminder. =)

That makes all your work moving house all the more amazing!

Seville Classics

Not L shaped, but can extend up a bit higher than your hammock, $65 Open-Box excellent

Another $53 open box

$30 Open Box

$25 Open Box, directly for Projector

> replace that book with a (cheap) monitor bridge and put your MacBook under that bridge.

or alternatively, buy a $40 monitor arm, to open up the space on your desk, and a vertical laptop stand (Like this $16 one, although there are nicer ones)—and coincidentally that's what's on the screen in your YouTube video!

I also always recommend that same long mouse pad, but without a logo ($13).

For pencils and such, you can get a small organizer at Target, and just throw everything in there as a "catch all."

Otherwise, everything about this looks very personal and lived in which is nice to see how people work and stay productive.

Mount IT Laptop + Monitor works pretty good.

Sure, I can add those...

EDIT: Here are the links:

Desk: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GVRKCWP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Mouse: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071Z8RZHG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Keyboard: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LP3P834/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Monitor (actually took a risk and went with used from Amazon and save ~$150): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MKT1W65/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

KB/Mouse pad: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N3SVZCT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cable Management: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GCS77TU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Laptop Tray: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FUOILAC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Extra Monitor Arm: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BHXZBYQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

UPS: https://www.amazon.com/APC-Battery-Protector-Back-UPS-BE600M1/dp/B01FWAZEIU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=APC+UPS&qid=1564668695&s=gateway&sr=8-3

USB Hub: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XFPNXQW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

MBP: 2018 2.6ghz i7, 32GB, 512 ssd

Thanks for the tip! But I might have a better idea for the laptop..

https://www.amazon.com/VIVO-Adjustable-Platform-Notebook-DESK-AC02A/dp/B07DY8LLYK

I would mount this on the left side of the desk, left of the left legs if you know what I mean, that way it’s out of the way, has enough airflow and cables wont touch the ground (except the charger, i have to take this with the laptop everytime i leave the house.
What’d you think?

I got the same thing as OP: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078RD7R26

Word of advice, esp to OP, if it is the same dock as I have, aside for the photo, I wouldn’t keep the Apple logo faced up like it is, this stand blocks the rear vent enough that’s it’s not allowing the computer to properly cool. Unfortunately Apple logo has to be upside down.

Nice setup OP!

Yeah, these combined with some cheap Odyssey stands make for a pretty decent tabletop setup (my current setup).

I use this and it gives a great angle to view the laptop screen!

3M Laptop Stand, Raise Screen... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006HVM4A?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

If you want to take a step further, I’d recommend an
Elevated Laptop Stand, a mechanical keyboard and the razer deathadder elite.

I did this to my desk and now it’s like a full desktop setup :’) next step now is affording an external monitor...

There are none that are proper for that laptop, you'll either cover up vents or won't be able to plug in cables to the back. Here is what I'm using with my 15r3 and a LG 27mb85r QHD monitor: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K7NDBZQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can get just the laptop stand, or a combo that can also mount a vesa compatible monitor. Be aware though in the picture they actually have the laptop tray mounted upside down, the bottom lip that keeps the laptop from sliding is obscured because of the improper assembly. They are great for decreasing footprint of your computer setup.

None of the folio type cases will give you an angle to draw and rest your hand on. Not rigid enough. I ended up with an adjustable laptop stand thats mostly all metal (aluminum). It folds flat for portability. From amazon m “Nulaxy Adjustable Laptop Stand” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F1LHZTM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

It's using a Chromecast to stream to the projector. The rest is a Vankyo Leisure 3 mini projector sitting on a projector table tripod and an 84" screen. I've included links below for those interested.

VANKYO Aluminum Tripod Projector Stand, Adjustable Laptop Stand, Multi-Function Stand, Computer Stand Adjustable Height 17'' to 46'' for Laptop with Plate and Carrying Bag (2-Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D54QSJM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7JnGDb0TJ2R4B

Projector Screen with Stand 84 inch - Indoor and Outdoor Projection Screen for Movie or Office Presentation - 16:9 HD Premium Wrinkle-Free Tripod Screen for Projector with Carry Bag and Tight Straps https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LGGXNDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DKnGDbC52B3SC

VANKYO LEISURE 3 Mini Projector, 1080P and 170'' Display Supported, 2400 Lux Portable Movie Projector with 40,000 Hrs LED Lamp Life, Compatible with TV Stick, PS4, HDMI, VGA, TF, AV and USB https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078KF8CSX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SKnGDb0BMVAZD

Is this the original?

This version) looks like a traditional music stand.

You got a nice setup going on here, I like the consistency of the color theme. Idk what's beside your laptop and monitor, it looks like a pillow. Maybe get that out and move your laptop beside the monitor with a nice stand. You may not notice now, but the continued pressure over your laptop screen will damage it overtime. Also some red LEDs could give your setup a lot more life.

https://www.amazon.com/Vertical-Adjustable-OMOTON-Aluminum-Chromebook/dp/B0769G51R7/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1537528467&sr=8-3&keywords=laptop+stand+omoton

https://www.amazon.com/LEN-Lights-Waterproof-150LEDs-Complete/dp/B01I6AT920/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1537528500&sr=8-6&keywords=led+lights&dpID=613d0pDJP1L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

You should check these two out. I got them for my setup and they work like a dream, specially the laptop stand.

Thanks, bud. I'm using this Rolodex Monitor Stand for the Thunderbolt display, and this Belkin Loft for the Air. Grabbed that one because I wasn't being picky when Amazon grouped it with the wireless keyboard and trackpad.

Yeah man it's just a simple desk mount from Amazon!
Mount-It! Laptop Notebook Desk... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUOILAC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I use this one: https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-South-Laptops-MacBooks-ergonomic/dp/B07377XVNY

Looks very good on a black Razer Blade 15!

Whoops VIVO not VIVE heh. VIVO Black Sliding 19" x 6" Tray Track Adjustable Platform Mounted Under Desk | Laptop Notebook Holder for Office Desk (DESK-AC02A) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DY8LLYK/

Uplift laptop options, some can be found on Amazon for cheaper https://www.thehumansolution.com/laptop-ergonomics.html

A drawer+shelf you can set your laptop on https://www.thehumansolution.com/locking-under-desk-drawer-with-shelf-by-uplift-desk/

I've got the medium sized Uplift Corner L-Desk and even though it's one of the larger desks, space gets eaten up underneath the desk quickly, another reason I like the monitor arm+VESA mount option.

Urbo Adjustable Laptop Stand with Heat-Vent to Elevate Laptops/Notebooks from Apple, HP, Lenovo, Dell, Acer, Samsung, Asus, Sony, Toshiba and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01I0KN91I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_a8ndBbTMHKF86

Cost me £30 but it looks like it’s not available anymore 🤔

Not OP but looks a bit like: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078RD7R26/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B078RD7R26&pd_rd_wg=Uq9ak&pd_rd_r=93NEY3A7SNNG61MJE6SJ&pd_rd_w=erbih

Thank you! Here it is on Amazon.

Honestly for the price you can't go wrong, but if you're looking for something long term and sturdy this isn't it. This is fine for bedroom DJing but I don't like having to go out with this one, it's really not the most stable thing out there.

LOL sorry didn't read right, it's the Twelve South HiRise

It looks like this one I got of Amazon for$20. I'm to much of a chicken to try it vertical though. Vertical Laptop Stand [Adjustable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078RD7R26?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I personally use one of these since i'm pretty much always on the road.

Looks pretty nice, but i am also considering to keep it closed on a Vertical Stand

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FUOILAC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's kind of a pricey laptop mount but it allows a full swivel that you can arch in every direction with height adjustment so you can place your laptop in just about any position you could possible want. It's just clamped onto the desk with two tightening pressure bolts and it is on there so secure, you could tug on it with all your strength and it wouldn't come off unless you unscrew it.

Hi Guys, thanks for your replies. After doing more research I came across the exact type of product I was looking for. Here's what I'm likely going with:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D54QSJM/ref=psdc_490625011_t1_B003GEKXRM

The stand is nice. I'm considering upgrading to this one though.

I used to use the mic for podcasting, now I use it for meetings and the occasional voiceover.

I highly recommend this one

https://www.amazon.com/CRANE-Universal-Laptops-Controllers-Graphite/dp/B00CDYHOLO/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1550304025&sr=8-9&keywords=dj+laptop+stand

This is the stand I’m currently using

Vertical Laptop Stand for MacBook Pro/Air, Desktop Space-Saving,Laptop Holder (for New MacBook Pro with USB-C) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C5GV755/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cBiKBbY0C0NBN

I’m waiting for the Razer Chroma Laptop Stand to come back in stock because I have the Core X, so having those extra usbs will help a lot

Not a straight tablet stand, however this stand works very well with my SB2 while open, it's cheap, solid and the finish is similar to the SB. I have also spun the screen and stand 180 to get a face level tablet mode.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CD8LGJ7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title

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https://imgur.com/a/brHs7lf

It looks like the Twelve South Curve - Amazon.ca Link

Get a stand like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C5GV755/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A.GoDbPWY3A6P

it appears that this comes with those clamps for us in the US. http://www.amazon.com/Odyssey-LSTAND-L-Stand-Laptop-Clamps/dp/B000KHPJIQ



The other websites that sell it look like scammers

Keyboard tray in centre, mouse tray to side. Something like this with central mount point.

https://www.amazon.com.au/VIVO-Adjustable-Platform-Notebook-DESK-AC02A/dp/B07DY8LLYK

I used to use the mStand by Rain Design. It has a spot underneath it, you can store just about anything that will fit underneath.

http://amzn.com/B000OOYECC

TwelveSouth makes one too:

http://amzn.com/B009SKN5DC

I use this one. It’s got more than one angle, it won’t slip on your desk, and it’s pretty sturdy. I’ve had no issues with it so far. Doesn’t raise the tablet though. Maybe pair it with a monitor stand riser?

Another option is to mount it to an arm. You can attach a laptop tray to an arm and put the Cintiq on that.

Yeah, it's no compatible, as fas as I know the MSP has a crack where the stand inserts itself but CP doesn't have it, it does have a little canal but I don't see how it would enter being it too shallow. I think Wacom recommends a Kensigton's one, this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCJHM2D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_BaP3ybW3WMP1H?th=1 and another, they have page a of dealers around the globe with stands: http://www.wacom.com/en-tr/support/faqs/cintiq%20pro%2013%20-%2016/are%20there%203rd%20party%20stands%20wacom%20would%20recommend.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M5BYGJ8

This is what I have been using based off of another user's recommendation. The portability is a huge plus, slips right into the pocket in my backpack.

Links to the wares:

Blue Yeti - http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B002VA464S

Novation LaunchPad

've got a 27'' Element TV that I picked up on Black Friday a few years back. Also pictured:

Logitech K811 - http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0099SMFP2

Apple Magic Mouse 2 - http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B016QO5YNG

Apple iPad Air 2

Jawbone Mini Jambox - http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00DVKORXC

Belkin Loft - http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B004SPPRR4

Aukey Desk Stand Holder Desktop Bed Clamp Mount for iPad -http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00JP7TZAU

Let me know if I missed anything! :)

Here is an Amazon link

laptop tray from amazon

I got it on Amazon here.

I used my wallet too on my 13 r3 until I got a foldable stand from Amazon.

I have the X1 carbon which I flip open 180 degrees and rest it standing up on this stand:
https://www.amazon.com/3M-Vertical-Compact-Non-Skid-LX550/dp/B0006HVM4A

I then have a cheap 15" external portable lcd that I stand in front of it against the laptop keyboard. So look at the 2nd photo on the amazon page but the laptop is more vertical with the 2nd lcd screen covering where the laptop keyboard section is.

• Bluetooth kb/mouse.
  
  It looks kinda funky but It's all very portable and fits into my school backpack so I can easily travel with it.

Here is the mount:

https://www.amazon.com/Mount-MI-3352LT-Adjustable-Articulating-Computers/dp/B00FUOILAC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483917363&sr=8-2&keywords=mount+it+laptop+stand

I've got a small space with similar gear. I just got this same shelf, and also got one of these: Mount-It! Laptop Notebook Desk Mount Stand with Full Motion Height Adjustable Holder, Articulating (MI-3352LT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUOILAC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Not wall mount but would work:

Mount-It! Laptop Notebook Desk Mount Stand with Full Motion Height Adjustable Holder, Articulating Vented Cooling Platform, Fits Up to 17 Inch Computers, Clamp Mounting, 22 Lb Capacity Black (MI-3352LT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUOILAC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zSdfAbH4R26XS

Mount-It! Laptop Notebook Desk Mount Stand with Full Motion Height Adjustable Holder, Articulating Vented Cooling Platform, Fits Up to 17 Inch Computers, Clamp Mounting, 22 Lb Capacity Black (MI-3352LT)

It's quite a bit bigger and bulkier than what I had in mind, but it opened up a lot of desktop space

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Vertical-Notebook-Riser-LX550/dp/B0006HVM4A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1371309732&sr=8-1&keywords=enhance+ergoprop here you go

Vertical Laptop Stand [Adjustable Size], OMOTON Desktop Aluminum MacBook Stand with Adjustable Dock Size, Fits All MacBook, Surface, Chromebook and Ga https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0769G51R7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_EFEiRXrxfvWmE

get a laptop stand

edit: this is what i have

It's really just a complex collection of chewed gum and fishing wire

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUOILAC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8Vk8Bb22KN26Q

https://www.amazon.com/Laptop-Notebook-Stand-Lamicall-Riser/dp/B07CD8LGJ7/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=laptop+stand&qid=1569802233&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzN0JZSkpaREoxTFhTJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTc3MDA3MTQ3WDBMSjhZU1ZZSiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjIwMzUwM1Q2UkZHOEQwTE5LTCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

here ya go: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CD8LGJ7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

3M LX550

Odyssey LSTAND L-Stand Laptop / Gear Stand With Clamps https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KHPJIQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_eNVFwbBCGVAVE

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B009SKN5DC/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FUOILAC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The one holding my Surface pro? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0769G51R7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This thing. Had to buy it so I could use the keyboard.

I have a 3M LX550. Using it with a ThinkPad. External monitor sits beside it, setup as a two-monitor system. Use a USB mouse and keyboard - so I'm really just using the laptop's display and not the keys, as depicted in some of the product photos. The escalated height of the laptop's display puts it at about eye-level.

http://amzn.com/B0006HVM4A

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Adjustable-Vertical-Laptop-LX550/dp/B0006HVM4A

Have you seen this one? Not sure how well it would fit in a backpack.

I like the stands I have but they're not even at a 45 degree angle let alone almost vertical.

This is the laptop stand.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KHPJIQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I like it. I like that the bottom can have clamps to clamp to the desk, or regular legs.

I've seen lots of places say that the m-audio speakers die about a year later. Hoping that's not the case with me. Did you leave your powered on all the time, or did you shut them off when not in use?

I shut them off unless I need speakers, and I'm hoping that the ones that die are left on all the time, but I kind of doubt that.

Thanks!

Neck pain is the worst! Getting a laptop stand really changed my life along with an extra keyboard. Here's a link to the one I have. I've had it for about a year and its been great!

https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-South-Laptops-MacBooks-ergonomic/dp/B07377XVNY/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=twelve+south&qid=1572194449&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVVRMQVJKRkVSTE1FJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTQxMDE0MzRCT0lPMVo4NU5JSSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjA2NDgzMVJLQldURUQ0VjkwWCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl