What is the best way to secure displays to the Varidesk Pro? I am considering drilling two holes on the back side of the platform.
1016073
Do you mean for security or just so they don't move? I have not needed to secure them. They just stay on the shelf... Maybe some earthquake putty if you find it is slippery. If it is to prevent theft - I don't know.
1953326
I had the same problem until I found this stand on display with the 5271 on it. http://www.allyourfurniture.com/ayf/default_en/item.php?selected_item=62676 I purchased that from a local retailer during a sale for $154. It includes a mount so you can hang your LCD or Plasma without damaging your wall. The black glass and the piano black finish of the front match the gloss black of the bezel very well. The best "feature" is if you put your center channel on the top shelf where the TV normally sits, it works well and does not take up any additional shelf space. The stand appears to be of good build quality but did have some scuffs and scratches on the shelf supports. Luckily the shelves cover these flaws.
920471
That is how we installed our's. Put a nice stained board up for stability & put the mount on it. When we fold the TV up to the ceiling we attatch a bungie cord across it incase we hit a hard bump just to be sure the clame doen not bounce loose. Seems to work great.
877678
I place my laptop on the insert table/shelf and leave a bit of slack in the cable to allow for opening and closing and securing the cable with a velcro strap to the inside back panel. There is not a hole through the panel to route the cable but in my case, the exterior of the back panel is visible (as opposed to being up against a wall) so that's less preferrable.
219634
Totally a bummer. Every flat screen monitor and TV I've seen has holes for mounting. I bought a dual monitor mount thinking I could mount it with my other monitor. There is definitely no way to mount this thing. I'm hoping it is an amazing monitor because it already has one strike against it.
1119499
I would suggest a rail kit. Sure you can mount it on those screw holes without a rail kit, but it's going to be a pain to do anything with the case and it's contents after that.
2074821
As long add you're using matched monitors it shouldn't be an issue. The mounts all rotate.
464160
My desk is 21" wide and it fits. The Varidesk sits on two full width bars. On my desk, the bar overhangs the desk by 5" which is not a problem, since that is the width of the part of the Varidesk that support the keyboard, which should probably overhand the desk. The part of the bars that overhangs contains rubbers buffers to protect the desk surface, so if maintaining a pristine surface is important, you should find thin, 2" rubber pads to put under the front of the bars. Three other things you should know: the Varidesk is much larger than it looks in the pictures; it is very heavy (but elevates easily); and you'll probably need longer cables for your monitor, speakers and USB hubs, if any. My desk is 21" wide and it fits. The Varidesk sits on two full width bars. On my desk, the bar overhangs the desk by 5" which is not a problem, since that is the width of the part of the Varidesk that support the keyboard, which should probably overhand the desk. The part of the bars that overhangs contains rubbers buffers to protect the desk surface, so if maintaining a pristine surface is important, you should find thin, 2" rubber pads to put under the front of the bars. Three other things you should know: the Varidesk is much larger than it looks in the pictures; it is... » Read More My desk is 21" wide and it fits. The Varidesk sits on two full width bars. On my desk, the bar overhangs the desk by 5" which is not a problem, since that is the width of the part of the Varidesk that support the keyboard, which should probably overhand the desk. The part of the bars that overhangs contains rubbers buffers to protect the desk surface, so if maintaining a pristine surface is important, you should find thin, 2" rubber pads to put under the front of the bars. Three other things you should know: the Varidesk is much larger than it looks in the pictures; it is very heavy (but elevates easily); and you'll probably need longer cables for your monitor, speakers and USB hubs, if any. « Show Less
1921853
I just don't understand how is possible up today they make monitors without VESA mount, a lot of people out there have more than 1 monitors and need this feature. Is that a so difficult job to open 4 holes back to the monitor? what a foolishness....
1579731
One other thing I'd like to mention. There is a flap that holds the monitor in that Velcro's under it. Be careful if you take it off. I made the mistake of using a letter opener to pull it apart. Little did I realize I cut the stitching on the Velcro. Now it slides down. It holds the monitor in very tightly.Because I did that, some of the screen is hard to work with. So I'm buying another one because I can't repair it. It really holds it well.
331111
I think it could work, but you may have to place them towards the front of the platform as it tapers towards the back. My two monitors are 19" and 17" across and sit towards the back with a little room to spare. The Varidesk Pro Plus is what I have and I love it. Just saw Erin's response...so there ya go! :)
1664661
I had the same problem until I found this stand on display with the 5271 on it. http://www.allyourfurniture.com/ayf/default_en/item.php?selected_item=62676I purchased that from a local retailer during a sale for $154. It includes a mount so you can hang your LCD or Plasma without damaging your wall. The black glass and the piano black finish of the front match the gloss black of the bezel very well. The best "feature" is if you put your center channel on the top shelf where the TV normally sits, it works well and does not take up any additional shelf space. The stand appears to be of good build quality but did have some scuffs and scratches on the shelf supports. Luckily the shelves cover these flaws. I had the same problem until I found this stand on display with the 5271 on it. http://www.allyourfurniture.com/ayf/default_en/item.php?selected_item=62676I purchased that from a local retailer during a sale for $154. It includes a mount so you can hang your LCD or Plasma without damaging your wall. The black glass and the piano black finish of the front match the gloss black of the bezel very well. The best "feature" is if you put your center channel on the top shelf where the TV normally sits, it works well and does not take up any additional shelf space.... » Read More I had the same problem until I found this stand on display with the 5271 on it. http://www.allyourfurniture.com/ayf/default_en/item.php?selected_item=62676I purchased that from a local retailer during a sale for $154. It includes a mount so you can hang your LCD or Plasma without damaging your wall. The black glass and the piano black finish of the front match the gloss black of the bezel very well. The best "feature" is if you put your center channel on the top shelf where the TV normally sits, it works well and does not take up any additional shelf space. The stand appears to be of good build quality but did have some scuffs and scratches on the shelf supports. Luckily the shelves cover these flaws. « Show Less
2254971
According to reader reviews, which you should read by the way, it is not VESA compliant ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface ). One user reviewer wrote that he/she resorted to using Gorilla glue to attach a monitor holder with holes.
2124201
The stand is pretty thick plastic, and I don't see it breaking without some serious knocks to it. If you are worried, I would consider looking at HP's line of monitors that mimic Apple's displays with the solid metal bases. That said, I am a photographer that does on-location shooting, and while I have yet to bring this monitor with me, I have no doubts that it will do just fine!
1277644
I had 2 HP monitors w/out holes. I removed the backside of them and drilled 4 holes in each to accept the the pattern of the mount. I used suitable small machine screws and nuts to attach the mount. Reassembled the monitor and and was in business. Hard to imagine why all monitors don't have holes for mounting. Good luck.
4833
They recommend brackets by SanuD or OmniMount. Two threaded holes in back and one on the bottom. Good luck!
678965
You could run a very thin cable though the holes. I've thought about this myself, and wondered how would I keep the cable from coming back through? Make a loop then clamp maybe? I suppose you could drill the holes bigger or add holes with a heavy duty drill and bit, but I personally would not tamper with a high quality safe like this.