Notebook Stand

[Robokam]

Does anyone use a Notebook stand to use on a desk for a desktop replacement? I've seen a few on-line but wondered if anyone had experiences with one and what you like/dislike about it. I was wondering how stable it was and are you able to access the ports, controls, etc. while on the stand.

[lotus18]

As I've posted on the 'coolpad' thread, I have used this:
http://www.nextag.com/buyer/productm.jsp?template=2p&product=58192856
It works for me so far.
It tiltes the back of the laptop to give extra space for heat to dissipate from the bottom. It does not block anything and is quite stable. The good thing is that it is adjustable to fit both my 12" Averatec and 15.6" Dell 8600. The bad thing is that it is not a platform and is not stable enough to sit on your lap.
For $5, I bet few people can even build one as decent as this yourself.

[cpbotha]

You could try building your own. I've documented my efforts here:
http://cpbotha.net/laptopstand.html

This design has been called "ghetto" before. However, considering that it costs less than 10 bucks to make and works very well, who cares. If the perceived "ghettoness" does concern you, you could consider using more funky materials or giving the MDF a better paint job. It's the concept that's important.

[Big Calhoun]

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Originally posted by cpbotha
[br]You could try building your own. I've documented my efforts here:
http://cpbotha.net/laptopstand.html

This design has been called "ghetto" before. However, considering that it costs less than 10 bucks to make and works very well, who cares. If the perceived "ghettoness" does concern you, you could consider using more funky materials or giving the MDF a better paint job. It's the concept that's important.

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There's nothing wrong with the ghetto. Some of the worst people I know, my friends, are from the ghetto.[]

That is indeed a nice stand, and affordable. Very functional and the fact that it collapses makes it extremely useful. The "ghettoness" can be erased with some paint or adorning it with stickers. Nice job!!

[Lucky13]

I'm quite pleased with the iCurve stand from Griffin Technology. It is very simple...not over-designed like some I've seen. Air circulation is very good on the bottom side and the stand can even glide around on the desk when desired to swivel the display.

On the downside, the iCurve can't fold up for travel.

[Robokam]

I've thought about getting the iCurve but have some questions that I hope you can answer. What type of notebook do you have? How does it keep the notebook from sliding down since it is on a downward angle? Is your notebook flat on the bottom or does it have some raised feet? If so, does it sit properly on the stand? Does it feel stable?

[Lucky13]

>>I've thought about getting the iCurve but have some questions that I hope you can answer>>

I'm using a Toshiba M30 series machine...one of the 15" widescreen models. It fits quite well with no stability problem. The iCurve has four non-skid pads on the top which can grip the bottom of the computer. Also, my Toshiba has its own rubber feet but they really don't get in the way.

Griffin markets the iCurve to the Powerbook user so the local Apple shop may well have a stand on display.

[Alton Towers]

I can recommend the Variangle stand from Advanced Seating Designs: http://www.asd.co.uk/accs/acc_laptops.htm

This raises the screen to just the right height for me; note that you have to have an external keyboard and mouse, and if you make frequent use of front-loading drives on your laptop, it's not for you

The stand lives on my desk at the office, but it's highly portable.

[Air]

3m makes one that has an adjustable height and lifts the notebook off of the desk. It's $50 though.

If your notebook fits, I recommend getting the Allsop Metal Art Jr. Monitor Stand from staples. Only around $20, good ventillation, and the design allows you to put your keyboard on it for times when you need to whip out the ol' pen n' paper.