How exactly does this mount under the desk? My desk has a 3" that is thicker in front, and I'd like to know how far back or forward this can mount. Thank you!
2005821
The keyboard holder includes a fairly large mounting plate that is about 6 inches wide by 18 inches deep. It attaches to the underside of the desk with several screw. Easiest way to mount the plate is to lie on your back under the desk, mark the placement of the plate in pencil and then drill pilot holes. The plate needs to be mounted within 1 inch (approx) of the leading edge of the desk. The keyboard holder can then be adjusted to a variety of heights (e.g. below, even with or above the surface of the desk). I've found slightly below the desk to be the most comfortable. When not in sue the tray can be lowered and slid completely under the desk. Hope that helps.
2005822
Mine is mounted to the corner of a cubicle. The mount is 2 1/4" back from the front of my cubicle for the key board tray to slide under the top of my cubicle so it does not show when I am not using it. The only problem I have is I cannot cross my legs and sometimes have to move my chair forward and back to work in the area depending on whether or not I am using my keyboard or just writing on my desk. Hope this helps!
2005823
The keyboard holder includes a fairly large mounting plate that is about 6 inches wide by 18 inches deep. It attaches to the underside of the desk with several screw. Easiest way to mount the plate is to lie on your back under the desk, mark the placement of the plate in pencil and then drill pilot holes. The plate needs to be mounted within 1 inch (approx) of the leading edge of the desk. The keyboard holder can then be adjusted to a variety of heights (e.g. below, even with or above the surface of the desk). I've found slightly below the desk to be the most comfortable. When not in sue the tray can be lowered and slid completely under the desk. Hope that helps. The keyboard holder includes a fairly large mounting plate that is about 6 inches wide by 18 inches deep. It attaches to the underside of the desk with several screw. Easiest way to mount the plate is to lie on your back under the desk, mark the placement of the plate in pencil and then drill pilot holes. The plate needs to be mounted within 1 inch (approx) of the leading edge of the desk. The keyboard holder can then be adjusted to a variety of heights (e.g. below, even with or above the surface of the desk). I've found slightly below the desk to be the most comfortable. When not in sue... » Read More The keyboard holder includes a fairly large mounting plate that is about 6 inches wide by 18 inches deep. It attaches to the underside of the desk with several screw. Easiest way to mount the plate is to lie on your back under the desk, mark the placement of the plate in pencil and then drill pilot holes. The plate needs to be mounted within 1 inch (approx) of the leading edge of the desk. The keyboard holder can then be adjusted to a variety of heights (e.g. below, even with or above the surface of the desk). I've found slightly below the desk to be the most comfortable. When not in sue the tray can be lowered and slid completely under the desk. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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You can customize where you mount it but it recommended mounting at least 1" of space back from the front edge of the desk. So long as there is enough room for the bracket you will be fine, just use the bracket as a guide to where exactly you want it and you can stick it there (the piece has a strong adhesive which allows you some freedom to work) and then you just put the screws in and compete setup and viola!
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I secured mine with small C clamps. I did this by cutting a piece of flat molding 3\4 " W X 1\4 thick and mounting this with one end sticking unto the part where the screw would have gone and clamping the wood to the bottom of the desk. Otherwise I would have had to clean off the desk and turn it upside down to screw on the brackets. Works quite well and if it loosens I just retighten the clamps. My clamps by the way were from a previous Fellows under disk which did not work too well. This one does .
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I have two 27" Monitors and they touch edge to edge and the surface is approximately 6" forward of the rear edge of the desk. without actualy installing two 24" Monitors I can not answer the question, but since they would have theo mounts a couple of inches closer together it would seem they could project forward 2-4" more.
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The device has a top plate that the cradle itself slides in. If you don't have the 18" depth for under desk surface, that could be an issue. However, if you don't care whether you can pull the PC "in and out" (from front to back), you're probably fine to mount the top plate in the side to side direction such that your PC can go "left to right", and then still have the ability to pivot it to get to connections in the back.
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It's a good question, not all do. This does slide back under the desk and the mechanism is especially rugged, sturdy yet slides smoothly. Should hold up for many years.
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Technically, you can get it to drop below the desk surface by adjusting the locking teeth (inconvenient) that allow for clamping to a thicker desk surface. That could get you maybe 3/4 inch below (and the upper limit would be correspondingly reduced).
1687541
The desk is largely a high-impact plastic. I would be hesitant to drill any holes in the desk. Really though, the balance on this is so superb, anti-slip surface effective, and the glide up and down so smooth, I can't imagine my 24" display falling off, unless your desk is inside a private jet or tour bus. I do have a foam back desk mat underneath, only because I had that left over from before acquiring the VariDesk.
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OK, bear with me as i am travellingcand awsy fromy desk. I can't measure. However i can do this:What is the width between your desk and wall? What is the width of your CPU? The reason I ask is that the stand works as it should, basically making it super easy to move the CPU to access the rear ports and plugs. The stand adjusts to fit the CPU size. Add about 3 inches per side (total of 6" if the brain is still working) to account for the stand. That is my best guess until I return in 10 days.
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Hello Paul, My experience with desk thickness is that should be fine. I operate a business and have bought dozens of various mounts. I clamped this one to a plate glass desktop (very thin) and a very thick desk top. The key to securing firmly is having enough lip for the clamp to slide unto and get a good grip. Some desks have no lip and some not very deep. If not a deep lip, the issue of course is not the top, but the underneath clamp or the knob. The knob may be to close to a side panel to turn. I some cases, I have trimmed down the knob to get closer. Which then requires using a tool to turn and get tight. But that has worked a number of times. I also have secured this mount through desktop by drilling when no lip. This is a fine mount for the price. Very sturdy. Best of Luck.
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My desktop is mounted inside of a drawer. I pull it out when I need it and push it in when it is not needed. Earlier, I had it setting on the desk with my computer on top of it. This worked just fine also. If you extend it out very far, you need to support it someway in the back so it doesn't drop into your lap with the weight from the keyboard.
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After measuring my mount, 2.25" is needed for the back to be fully flush with the desk. The clamps are pretty sturdy though, so if you tighten them enough, I don't foresee any issues with stability. Regarding thickness, my desk is also about that thick, but it's solid wood so I feel comfortable with it. Physically, the mount will be able to clamp onto the desk, but it's up to you to decide if the material of the desk is strong enough to support the setup.
1822813
Yes, it does slide back under the desk. depending on how far out you mount it though, it may not completely slide back under. If you mount it back a little bit, it should go completely back under the desk.
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I have it mounted to a 2" desk there is just under 3" of space to fit around a desk. I would say you are good to go here...
156403
There is a plate connector that fits under the desk and is screwed up into the desk. If your desk has a lip that extends down from the top, you will have to add a filler strip like a piece of plywood under the desk. It is pretty easy to attach. It is very solid and weighs more than other keyboard trays, but that is a big plus.
1698927
I mounted mine under a curved desk. At the center it sticks out around 11 inches. Hope that helps!
67593
Yes you can mount this along any edge of the desk. If the desktop is then particleboard, I would sandwich a couple thin pieces of wood to spread out the weight distribution.
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My desk was up against a wall. I don't think I moved it more than 2" from the wall. Doesn't take up much space between wall and where its mounted on desk. Hope this helps.