Multi-use DESK SETUP for small spaces

[@TheAyushSomani]

I was watching one of your videos on MacBooks, then went back to your channel and BOOM! Another video from you. Watching it now as we speak.

thoughts on KVMs: I like having HID and display switching separately, especially if the goal is to have a single mouse and keyboard, to achieve this: - For HID either a USB switch with a hotkey (I have the Terived one, wireless mice are a bit slow to reconnect) or a software solution like synergy or barrier. - For displays, if you want extra hardware and flexibility, get an HDMI matrix, like that all the displays don't have to go to the same machine or use keyboard shortcuts for DDC.

[@AZisk]

thanks for the tip!

[@burakbastem]

Forget KVM. I suggest using MX Mechanical or MX Keys. You can switch between devices with keys or use MX series mouse with flow feature to automatically switch.

[@Никита-е9ь4ц]

Totally! I started using MX Keys and was surprised how fast I can type

[@garynagle3093]

Agree I us3 those and they work great for my typical 3 devices

[@jnemeth]

Crazy nobody mentions Level1Tech KVM's, they're great

[@AZisk]

i heard they were good, but always sold out and really expensive.

[@sergeymikolaitis8205]

Посмотри видео от создателя, он там рассказывает чем плохи kvm от других производителей. Мне нравится что у него есть kvm на 4 компа и 2 монитора. Это как раз то что тебе нужно!

[@user-ks4bq9mb7c]

Level1Tech KVMs are the best from what I’ve heard. Pricey, yes, but fully custom built with quality components.

[@AZisk]

Yeah, they look great!

[@AlmorTech]

Ok, I’m saving this one for myself 😮❤

[@TheLORDNIGHTSHIELD]

I used to use 27x2 4k monitors to connect them with Macbook. Then I find myself to over heading my time. To do so, you should have ThunderBolt or similar connectivity Displays. Those are not a. budget displays. These are also not portable. Then you should start turning head right left way more, trying to find windows and folders. If you do not go out of the main display, it is ok, but multitasking is not going to work so good. Especially due to fact that screen of laptop is smaller than other 2 Monitors. So your eyes are going to struggle. Better close the lid of laptop, and use monitors only. Even this way, is not going to be as good, because the more space, harder to find folders, change active zone etc. 1 Big screen, is better than 2 smaller. I have tried it with Windows, with Mac, with Linux. Unless you really need to many terminals open, to many monitoring staff like SIEM, Admin panels, your focus mostly will be on 1 monitor. For laptop and portability, It will be better to have something like Limink 2x Monitor externder. The reason is, we used to books, notepads, closer staff to us. IMHO. Good luck.

[@ToddSpatafore]

I've been looking for a good KVM too. When you get good suggestions please do a video on it!

[@AmosAAnderson]

Ugreen has some nice KVM switches. They're decently priced too. I got one of their Display Port KVMs simply because it was cheap but when I got it, I was pleasantly surprised at the quality. I also have HDMI switches and cables from them. They also do channels sponsorships, FYI.

[@zaypainglatt29]

I agree, Ugreen has some nice KVM. I have been using one for a few months now to switch between my windows laptop and macbook but with the same monitor, keyboard and mouse.

[@AZisk]

thanks. i’ll check it out

[@deangrande7002]

for KVM, I’ve only used Synergy software for mac and pc but I’m also interested in a hardware solution. Nowadays, I don’t use Synergy… I’m just using a mac RDP client to connect to my PCs, which is pretty lousy for pc productivity. So, I’m interested to hear what’s out there!

[@AZisk]

yeah that’s pretty much what I’ve been doing (rdp)

[@raykruk_IIJC]

I use this KVM switch to switch between mac and pc, and it works great. SABRENT Thunderbolt 4 KVM Switch.

[@adorybar9435]

Love your unique content 😄 please don’t stop

[@ShawnPark]

Yes, please do videos on your audio gear and video gear. We want to see it all! 😎

[@DarrinSmiddy]

Alex another great video. I use the Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini Compact Wireless Mechanical Tactile Switch Keyboard for Windows/macOS with Backlit Keys - Graphite. I chose the red switches. I also use the MX Master 3S Mouse. I like they can switch between 3 different devices. I appreciate your channel since I learn so much from you. Thanks

[@DanielHarrisCodes]

Looking at the mini PC you have, I've got a Geekom IT13 w/ 13th gen i7 H chip and 32GB RAM and ironically I do more paid work from that than I do from my M3 Pro MBP w/ 36GB RAM these days. My Mini PC would definitely have been an M4 Mac Mini if I didn't already have the mini PC (paired with a Surface Pro or Surface Laptop and an iPad Pro). The base level M4 Mac Mini feels like a no brainer now compared to the Mini PC options - Mine with 1TB + 32GB RAM probably cost as much as the M4 Mac Mini 256GB/16GB but likely performs worse

[@gozilla1112]

Hello Alex. I was wondering about the 28” RD280. Does it scale properly for macOS? I’ve read that you need to use software like Better Display for proper scaling.

[@eduardosanzb]

nice setup for writing REST api's in Django :D

[@jaimeduncan6167]

Nice setup. I don't understand how people pay for a pro keyboard without the numeric keypad; different strokes as the saying goes. Yes to the content creation setup video.

[@AZisk]

never used the numpad, even when I had it.

[@ravind2704]

Hey Alex, while coding do you listen to music via headphones or speakers?

[@AZisk]

airpods

[@garsec5630]

your videos are so amazingly done. You have relatively not many subscriber, but the quality is crazy. And the equipment you have is just next level every time. Video quality, sound design, the spacing. Just an amazing work

[@AZisk]

Appreciate that!

[@stal1963]

As a KVM I am using devices from TESmart. They might be a bit more expensive than other KVM vendor products, but they offer a decent quality.

[@AZisk]

thanks

[@georgegl3192]

I am watching this as we speak! BTW, did you manage to do the battery test for the low power mode macs?

[@AZisk]

i did. vid coming

[@georgegl3192]

@@AZisk yey!!!

[@sanghwamoon2076]

Hi Alex! As a Macbook Pro user like me and doing some code work, do you think that having a 4K monitor in a desk setup like in this video is absolutely worth the price? I am using 1440p and considering to upgrade to a 4K monitor on this Thanksgiving deal.. everyone seems to say it would make a huge difference.

[@v3ct0r76]

Hi Alex! Can I get an information if your suggested display link dock(LK10 DisplayLink) works for m4 pro macbook pro? I've bought one from Minisopuru but it turned out to be a virus infected so need to find something that will work fine without possible viruses. Also a question that relates to it, is it possible to use the DisplayLink along with the standard(built-in) hdmi port? Thanks in advance!

[@Hapster]

can you please do a review for the surface laptop 7. I wanna know how good it is for development, and virtualization as I am into cybersecurity.

[@dotTomdotcom]

Alex is starting to get the freebies flood through.

[@ALCE-h7b]

I think to get great quality videos like mac llm clusters from you, we need to support you for such videos (at least until Apple sponsors you to test those new machines :D)

[@AZisk]

apple will never sponsor 😂 but I appreciate the sentiment

[@BinaryBridgeHQ]

Using a KVM , I use KVM to switch between two computers. Level 1 Tach has an amazing KVM, I have used it and it's awesome, I can't live with that KVM. Other KVM are not great the market is overall the worst

[@gpreddy172]

Nice haircut man

[@AZisk]

thanks! went a bit short this time

[@gpreddy172]

Suits you though, I instantly realised something is diff and wala it's your hair cut

[@KaranSinghSikoria]

Great setup 🦾 Will try to replicate the desk part which is quite amazing. 💥

[@joanano]

Hey man, as a fellow developer. What do you use to switch or view multiple computers with the same (or pair of) monitor? I've seen kvms but I want to be able to copy and paste between them

[@artistro08]

Software KVM? Like Multiplicity, Mouse Without Borders, or Synergy?

[@traleteng1]

Next time they offer you one for review, take it review it then send it to me 😀.I have plenty of space

[@ruiyangao9255]

Insanely jealous of your k2 he

beautiful setup.. love it.

[@AZisk]

Appreciate it!

[@sciencee34]

Alex quick question, I am new to local llm and I am not sure what to buy. Msi 18 laptop with 4090 Mini pc with 96gb ram What do you recommend Do you have a discord channel Thanks

[@key-notes]

07:14 Do you have a Rhodesian Ridgeback?! They’re such beautiful dogs.

[@AZisk]

yes ;)

[@a.anvarbekov]

2023: “You are charging it wrong …” 2024: He himself is charging it wrong

[@AZisk]

it’s 140W now through usb.

[@iamkaranvalecha]

Kind of obsessed with your content as a developer.. been watching it out since a month daily.. would like to meet you in February when I'm travelling to US.. Would love a reply ✌

[@Pukhraj_vansh]

What else do you do for living with these monsters machines I don't think you only make money from yt

[@bracedshorts]

oh yeaaa

[@pixelbat]

What makes a monitor a coding monitor? :O

[@rickv5004]

marketing

[@jericotimtim]

hi alex

[@AZisk]

hi

[@bgyw]

That's a lot of cool stuff but that 60Hz monitor sounds like a big downgrade from 120Hz.

[@bitcoinjc]

Great video as always. Was about to ask what happened to the Ivanky dock, but then remembered that it does not support Thunderbolt 5. :Glad to see you have the BenRDQ32 I also want one but Amazon is sold out and they not available in my country (South Africa). Was hoping to get one on Black Friday.

[@AZisk]

I like the ivanky because of the dual thunderbolt chip, but yeah, no thunderbolt 5 yet.

[@benjaminwestcott5622]

TESmart HDMI KVM Switch 4 Port 4K@60Hz

[@Gael_AG]

11:53 by the way you should treat your room a tiny bit more to improve your audio .

[@AZisk]

you don’t like my audio? 😢

[@agentfoxmulder]

Pleas fix the playbuttn

[@spidermon5257]

Hey, Alex! I am so glad you listed to my comment and improved the setup! 👏 White desk makes everything look clean & professional 👍👍

[@AZisk]

Thanks for the idea!

[@mario_nuevo]

Sorry but you can't seriously claim that it's the same for you listening music on the MacBook than on a pair of KRKs. If you like listening music, you need proper monitors / speakers. If the MacBook is enough for you, sorry but I can't consider you a music / sound lover. ;-)

[@AZisk]

listen to what i said carefully. never said ot was the same. Also ask yourself if someone who doesn’t care would own a pair of KRK V8’s

[@sanoopv3]

First comment ☺️

[@AZisk]

🎉