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The Complete Cable Manager
For Your Desk
Cable-Safe
$34.99
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Sean Gibson - email

Introduction

Admit it - you've got at least 2 power strips and about 12 things plugged into the sockets that handle your computer and accompanying equipment. You rarely tread back there for fear of death by strangulation because the wires easily trap their prey. Sadly, there's not been much that you could do about it other than simply try to keep things organized ... or steal those twisty-ties from the supermarket to get things looking half-way decent back there.

Now, there's a company called Cable-Safe that's introduced a very simple product that attaches to the port-hole or back of your desk (assuming you have a 3 inch clearance area for the unit to clamp onto) or mounts directly into the wall. The Cable Manager makes it very easy to organize cables, hold a few items (like a router), and keep everything organized and off the floor.

what it comes with

Here's what is in the box ...

  • 1 DeskClamp
  • 1 CableTrack
  • 3 CableHooks
  • 18 CableStraps
  • 1 Cable Label Sheet
  • 4 Cable Guides
  • 3 Bungee Straps
  • 1 Alcohol Pad
  • 4 Screws
  • 1 Instruction Sheet

installation

The directions don't specifically say how to put the unit itself together, but focus more on how to use the unit in a practical way. That shouldn't worry you, as it was very easy to assemble and mount onto the desk I used it for. The clamp system works very well, and is strong enough to hold up to 10lbs, which is way more than enough for what you are going to be using it for. All in all, a pretty easy installation - the only time consuming part to it is re-organizing the cables you've let get out of control.

Performance

I have to admit that behind the desk looks like an entirely new universe full of cleanliness and wonder. It's really amazing to see the difference with the Cable Manager and without. This makes vacuuming a much better experience certainly, and definitely gives the area a much more professional feel.

Overall Impressions

Using the Cable Manager was definitely a good investment in my time. For $34.99 this unit is well worth the price ... and not just for the home. I've seen so many offices with cables running all over the place and thought there just had to be a better way (or just wished for wireless EVERYTHING). The fact is, if you have desks with wires running everywhere and hope to impress a client visiting your office, having wires all over the place only makes your company look like a bunch of slobs.

The Cable-Safe Cable Manager is a great product that makes sense, in my mind, more for the office than for the home. Keep things looking good, professional, and clean ... that's definitely the way to do it. If you're a clean freak and hate looking like a slob, then this unit is definitely for you. The included bungee cords, velcro, and sticky tabs add to the ability to keep things organized and safe.

Overall, the Cable Manager is a very solid product that belongs in all offices and most homes. If you're tired of hours of wire management issues, give this product a try.

9 / 10

OVERALL SCORE
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