Computer Accessories

What Are the Essential Computer Accessories for an Office Setup?

Here’s five things you absolutely need to make your office setup functional

• Monitor Stand: To keep from straining your neck and your eyes, monitor stands are ideal for everyday use. Keep your computer monitor at an appropriate height (which is usually at eye level). Another added benefit is that it gives you a little more room on your desk when it’s raised. An alternative to this would be a standing desk. 

• Monitor Arm: If you want an alternative to a monitor stand, monitor arms are a great choice. They can be set up in various configurations (drilled down to a regular or sit-stand desk, affixed to walls, etc.) and offer even greater space efficiency than monitor stands.

• Keyboard and Mouse: To pair with your monitor stand, an ergonomic keyboard and mouse works best for your daily tasks. 

• Wrist Rest: To keep from straining your wrist, a wrist rest is good for when you’re typing long documents, notes or copies. 

• Headphones With Mouthpiece: A pair of quality headphones with a mouthpiece are great for when you need to take calls or listen to music during work. 

• USB Hubs: One of these makes life so much easier. Keep all your technology additions neatly in place with these hubs. 

• Wireless Mouse: These are super handy and easy to use. Wireless mice keep your desk tidy and wire-free. Quite often, once they are connected to your computer once, they automatically connect to your device every time. 

Are Wireless Keyboards and Mice Better Than Wired Ones?

While they both have their pros and cons, wireless keyboards and mice outshine wired versions because they can automatically connect to your device with a simple USB addition or through Bluetooth. They also keep your desk neat and free up more space for other items. Order from Office Choice now for home or office delivery.

How Do I Choose the Right Monitor Stand for My Office?

When deciding on a monitor stand for your office, most stands or monitor arms are rated to perfectly handle a wide range of varying sizes and weights. The bigger consideration is the flexibility that a stand or monitor arm offers.

If you need more space, monitor arms are ideal for this. They have greater space efficiency than standard monitor stands and can also be arranged in more configurations. This offers you more flexibility in how your monitors are set up, how they’re angled and at what height depending on the desk you’re using or if you’re standing or sitting.

You want to ensure that if your desk is static, you can move the monitor stand freely in any direction. But most importantly, ensure that it reaches your eye level, which is ideally where you want it to be to prevent neck strain. Whether you have a regular or sit-stand desk, you can get flexible monitor arms for this as well.

Can I Use a Monitor Stand to Improve My Posture?

Your monitor stand can potentially improve your posture as long as it places your screen at eye level. While this is definitely not the only measure to improve your posture, you can take a look at some of the recommendations by Health Direct. 

What Is the Best Way to Organise Computer Cables?

Using cable savers, command hooks, and cable management systems are the best way to organise your computer cables. You can explore the variety of brands we offer at Office Choice to find your ideal one. 

What Are the Benefits of Using a USB Hub?

USB ports are perfect for when you have a limited number of ports on your laptop or PC. By extending the number of ports, you will be able to use all the additional accessories you need like scanners, printers and storage devices with ease. 

What’s the Difference Between a Docking Station and a USB Hub?

A docking station is designed to expand the connectivity of laptops, transforming them into full-featured workstations with a single connection. Docking stations support high-speed data transfer, multiple displays, and can charge the laptop while in use, making them ideal for professional setups.

On the other hand, a USB hub increases the number of USB ports available, allowing for more devices to be connected but without additional display or power functionalities. USB hubs are compact, portable and suited for basic expansion needs.

Docking stations are suited for users who need various connection points for monitors, ethernet cables, USB ports, and more. USB hubs, on the other hand, are great for when you need to increase the number of USB connection points you have on hand.

How Do I Choose the Best Ergonomic Accessories for My Computer?

Always choose ergonomic accessories based on your personal requirements. For example, if you’re always working at a desk in front of monitors, then using a monitor stand or arm will allow you to adjust the height and orientation of the screen to ensure you’re not straining your neck, back, or eyes. Over time, even incorrect posture can lead to repetitive strain injuries.

The same applies to choosing a mouse or keyboard that allows you to comfortably rest your wrists. Mice that are better shaped to your hand can also prevent discomfort down the line.

List out your daily tasks for the day and see what you’re doing the most. This gives you a good idea of where your key ergonomic needs lie and the appropriate accessories to purchase to address those needs. Find all your accessories at Office Choice today.