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    Computer Desk

    So I'm in the market for a new computer desk. I'm moving out and my current desk will probably not survive a disassemble/reassemble session. Anyways, I'm looking to find something that will be good to hold 3 monitors (on a stand) and have some shelf space for speakers/consoles/games/etc.

    This is what I'm currently looking at but would like to get BG's input before I pull the trigger on it:
    http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden...7/product.html

    ^ I'm worried there might not be much space on the desk surface for keyboard/mouse and putting my elbow on the table.

    What I'm currently using:
    http://bucket.bluegartr.com/7cd48d10...5801547d99.jpg

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    Ikea Galant. I just have a 63" rectangle but it's perfect + you can add on later if you want.

    http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/ca...kspaces/18960/

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    Galant.



    I drove over an hour in the snow for mine, and over an hour for my sisters on a separate trip.

    Desk will last forever, its the sturdiest strongest desk I've ever had. And its fully customizable to make it shaped pretty much however you want.

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    Hmm interesting. Do they have those storage shelves?

    Was also playing around with the desk designer tool they have: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/ca..._vika/#lnk-2-1

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    Er yeah... The modular cable management options pretty much have me sold. Just trying to envision stuff on it and see what setup would work well for me.

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    I got one from Costco a few years ago. For some reason I don't see anythign comparable to what I got in cost.

    My Dad and I both have a similar desk from there, we got them for $299.99 at the time.

    http://www.costco.ca/Palmer-U-Shape-....10364163.html

    http://www.costco.ca/Bestar-Tremblan....10350776.html

    They're pprobably much bigger than what you need, but they have plenty of storage.

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    Work in progress... I need to build and mount the BESTA wall mount that I bought as well. Been so tired lately. ><;

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    Great choice! If IKEA was closer than 1hr 20min away, my room would be an entire desk.

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    Haha thanks - also, thanks for the suggestion. The desk with computer shelf, cable management, T-legs and a wall mounted shelf came out to just under 300 bucks. Shit is super sturdy. I'm a little disappointed that I can't use the computer case shelf on the left side because the monitor wires wont reach it. Gotta buy longer DVI cables. :/

    Need to get some wire ties and a tool to cut a hole in the desk to run the cables through.. That cable management rack under the table isn't working too well at the moment.

    Using 2 out of 5 of my speakers because I don't want those wires all over the place. Decided to just get a really nice 2.1 system on newegg and just use that.

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    Been using this desk for 5+ years.
    Love the leg room, and large work area. Storage may be an issue if thats what youre after, but you can always buy cabinets.
    http://www.officedepot.com/a/product...lass-Computer/
    http://imagethumbnails.milo.com/000/...74_trimmed.jpg

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    Thats a pretty nice desk. ;o

    Almost done. Just went HAM on some cable management. Just gotta finish the shelf and the computer/work area will be ready to roll. XD



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    trim them zip ties homie.

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    I gotta go buy a scissor and the stores around here are closed now. Tomorrow! lol

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    I'm wondering, are the legs on these desk adjustable?

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    Hmm. I have the same Ikea desk, but never noticed that add for the desktop to sit on. How sturdy is that thing?

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    Quote Originally Posted by HadesWeaponx View Post
    Hmm. I have the same Ikea desk, but never noticed that add for the desktop to sit on. How sturdy is that thing?
    After screwing it in pretty tight on the edge it's actually quite sturdy. I honestly wouldn't lean down on the tower while it's propped up on that little shelf though. Thats a HAF 922 that's it's holding.

    As for the legs - yes you can adjust the height on these T legs. Not sure about the A legs.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kurokikaze View Post
    After screwing it in pretty tight on the edge it's actually quite sturdy. I honestly wouldn't lean down on the tower while it's propped up on that little shelf though. Thats a HAF 922 that's it's holding.

    As for the legs - yes you can adjust the height on these T legs. Not sure about the A legs.
    I have a Galant with the A-legs and they are adjustable as well. I'd say they are better than the T-legs because each leg pole can be independently adjusted; great for old sagging floors like in my house.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Boyiee View Post
    Galant.



    I drove over an hour in the snow for mine, and over an hour for my sisters on a separate trip.

    Desk will last forever, its the sturdiest strongest desk I've ever had. And its fully customizable to make it shaped pretty much however you want.
    I need to know what that headset stand / holder is i needs it now!! Sweet setup!