A laptop on the kitchen table, a cable that's too short, Wi-Fi cutting out during a video conference... Working from home quickly becomes uncomfortable without a minimum amount of equipment. Good news: you don't need a big budget. Here are the small accessories that transform a corner of a table into a real workstation.
A stable internet connection
During a video conference, Wi-Fi is often the weak link. If your router is in the same room or the next room, a network cable makes all the difference:
- The flat CAT6 Ethernet cable, from 3 to 20 meters. Flat and discreet, it slips under a door or along a baseboard.
- Your laptop doesn't have a network port? Add a USB / USB-C to RJ45 adapter.
- For an older PC without Wi-Fi or with unreliable Wi-Fi: the USB Wi-Fi dongle.
More ports for everything
Mouse, keyboard, USB flash drive, printer: ports quickly become scarce on a laptop.
- 4-port USB 3.0 hub in aluminum, fast for flash drives and external drives.
- 7-port USB hub for a complete desk setup.
- Computer with only USB-C ports? Check out our guide on choosing the right USB-C adapter.
A second screen
Connecting your laptop to a screen or TV is the easiest way to gain comfort: you read your documents on one and write on the other. Depending on your hardware:
- Older VGA screen and HDMI computer: HDMI to VGA adapter.
- Older VGA PC and newer screen: VGA to HDMI adapter.
- Older MacBook: Mini DisplayPort to HDMI.
Everyday comfort
- Mouse pad with wrist rest: relieves the wrist during long days.
- Adjustable stand for tablet and phone: the phone stays visible for notifications or a video call, without cluttering the desk.
- 200W USB-C charging station: a single outlet to charge your computer, phone, and tablet, and many fewer cables on the desk.
Sound for video conferences
Headphones with a microphone significantly improve call quality: your colleagues hear you better, without the echo of the room. Jack headphones with a microphone do the job very well, and for PCs without Bluetooth, the USB Bluetooth adapter allows you to use wireless headphones.
And the printer?
Did the printer cable disappear during the last move? The USB printer cable is available in 1.8 m and 5 m.
In summary
A network cable for stability, a hub for ports, an extra screen, and a few comfort accessories: for the price of a meal at a restaurant, your home office becomes much more pleasant. All our items are in stock in Switzerland and shipped by La Poste, with free delivery on purchases of 20 CHF or more.