No… THIS is the CLEANEST Setup

[Dragonfly3r]

Actually been working towards something similar to this, and getting very close. Except I'm using the Magnus Pro XL and I'm getting a Redwood desk top and modifying that for all my peripherals, including but not limited too: 4x USB 3.0 ports + 2 USB Type C ports, Audio Amplifer, analog to digital converters, HDMI 2 port switch, Wireless audio, wireless keyboard / mouse, areas to charge headphones etc.

 

 knew you could put the powerplay mat under the desk but didn't realise you could put it upside down, as originally I was gonna remove the casing and put it in there. Putting it up side down saves so much hassle. The coils one is quite a interesting one also, might have to look into that as I use the Logitech G915 and alot of people have been complaining about powerplay, I think putting a coil of some sort inside would solve that but still gonna need a cable to access GHUB / provide updates to it.

 

On that thought does anyone know where we can buy those QI charging coils PCB's that Linus is using in the video?

Edit: Just found the coils here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/ASHATA-Wireless-Charging-Transmitter-Ultra-thin-default/dp/B07PNBJSMT/ref=sr_1_17?crid=1FK1A9QAVDW41&keywords=Qi+2+three+coil+wireless+charging+board&qid=1680687922&s=electronics&sprefix=qi+2+three+coil+wireless+charging+boar%2Celectronics%2C103&sr=1-17

 

My idea though of providing maintenance though is to use some Heavy duty gas springs, and open the desk up like a chest, and due to the placement of the monitors I can have them on a flat section of wood and the lift up section can be in front of it, further not compromising having to take the monitors off to modify / add & remove I/Os.

[BAMFOperator]

8 hours ago, Irresonate said:

Would anybody be able to help me find those inserts that were used for the desk IO? They look promising for a mod that I'm looking to do, but I haven't been able to find a plug with a port cut out of it either online or as a cad file.

I found something similar if it isn't exactly the same thing. On Amazon search "car USB flush mount" 

[Rex Hite]

Are wireless keyboards and mouse that take AA or AAA batteries so terrible that they don't solve the problem as well as all the effort that goes into precision routing a desk? For the sake of a video, no doubt absolutely, but for the sake of de-cluttering a desk of wires I would look for a replaceable battery solution before digging through wood.

 

 

[tkitch]

2 hours ago, Rex Hite said:

Are wireless keyboards and mouse that take AA or AAA batteries so terrible that they don't solve the problem as well as all the effort that goes into precision routing a desk? For the sake of a video, no doubt absolutely, but for the sake of de-cluttering a desk of wires I would look for a replaceable battery solution before digging through wood.

generally they have really crap latency, which for a gaming setup is a non-starter. 

[Rex Hite]

I think the full computer built in to the table is a more compelling and adventurous project and a lot more 'no compromise' than this latest iteration. And a lot more video-worthy.

 

But what does 'no compromise' mean? No compromise on compute/game performance? On aesthetics? On uncluttered desk real estate?

 

Are gamers even into minimalist setups? I know this isn't a product, but if the idea were to become one, where is its market?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[JordB]

22 hours ago, Irresonate said:

Would anybody be able to help me find those inserts that were used for the desk IO? They look promising for a mod that I'm looking to do, but I haven't been able to find a plug with a port cut out of it either online or as a cad file.

Look for "d-series panel mount" or "d-type" connectors. I think they originated with Neutrik but there are tons of manufacturers now.

[Spindel]

Is it only me that prefers things without batteries on a stationary setup, thus having to live with wires for mouse and keyboard? 

 

Also, that set up has no speakers or is Linus using *throws up in the mouth* the speakers built in to the monitor?

[Puneetb]

I want to make a similar desk but the thing that’s keeping me off is are those coils reliable? Like I don’t want to seal something inside my desk permanently that might not even last 6 months. 

[fattiewin]

On 4/4/2023 at 1:19 PM, LMGcommunity said:

Here is the CAD file for the desk!

 

Thanks to our writer Jordan for formatting this so I could post it here.

LTT Cleanest Setup 2023 - public.dxf 163.83 kB · 134 downloads

Can the team also show pictures of the keyboard mod? I have the same keyboard and dont have access to a multimeter!

[Sande]

Powerplay mat under the desk seemed like such a good idea that I had to try it myself. I don’t have a CNC machine, so I had to do the project using a ski saw, a chisel and a wood router. I couldn't get the bottom of the desk completely flat. The thickness varies from 2 millimeters to 5 millimeters. However, the mouse charges without any problems. Next, I have to try to see if I can mod the G915 keyboard..

 

 

[Sreenu2001]

Hey loved the video, I will be making my table out of a butchers block, I was wondering how you guys wired all the wireless charging pads, did you guys solder each wireless charger with positive and negative then the last charging hub had the usb c connection?  (Daisy chain)Or did you have a power source for each wireless charger individually? 

[Gryyphyn]

On 4/5/2023 at 2:18 AM, Amaranth said:

Personally I would rank DYI Perk's desk build as equally clean (particularly if you include the 'invisible monitor').

Nope, Basically Homeless flexing on everyone.

 

[Takore]

On 4/17/2023 at 1:24 AM, Sande said:

Powerplay mat under the desk seemed like such a good idea that I had to try it myself. I don’t have a CNC machine, so I had to do the project using a ski saw, a chisel and a wood router. I couldn't get the bottom of the desk completely flat. The thickness varies from 2 millimeters to 5 millimeters. However, the mouse charges without any problems. Next, I have to try to see if I can mod the G915 keyboard..

 

 

Did you ever get the G915 modded?