Questions & Answers for Ergotron MX Desk Mount LCD Arm
19 Questions from the Community
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Will this work with the new 27 inch IMAC? The new IMac seems to be .5 pounds too heavy ....
New IMAC
- Asked by Richard W from Los Alamitos
- Oct 21, 2009
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Best AnswerWorks great on my 27" iMac. A few notes:
* you do need the apple 24/27" apple vesa mount adapter.
* weight isn't a problem since it's under 30 lbs without stand. the tension adjustments have to be pretty much as tight as possible to support the weight. because of the weight/tension it requires some light umph or effort to push the iMac back or manipulate is position. Overall I'm still happy since it clears my desktop space.
* don't think you can rotate the iMac 90 degrees to achieve a vertical screen . Even if the iMac allowed for it the stand is not tall enough to allow this 27 inch beast to rotate more than 15-20 degrees without hitting the desk - no matter the pitch.
* I had no problems with the tightening torx screws or other fittings as the other poster suggested. I think he may ave used the wrong angle when tightening the torx screws ( ie poor alignment / not fully attached when tightening - or maybe he tightened too hard). I suggest taking your time when doing it.- Answered by Tim R from Calgary
- Nov 27, 2009
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Will this desk mount work with a tempered glass desk?
I have a tempered glass desk and was wondering if this mount would work without having to worry if my dest was going to break?
- Asked by Mike C from Cranston
- Mar 18, 2010
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Best AnswerI honestly wouldn't test it. There will be quite a bit of torsion that could twist and break the glass. 20-30 lbs will be pushing at an angle which multiplies the lbs of pressure through a very low fulcrum point. (weight of monitor * inches from clamp = weight applied to glass during torsion) Just think of the arm as a wrench, and the desk as a bolt.
- Answered by Norman L from Phoenix
- Sep 8, 2011
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Is the VESA Mount Adaptor required for use with the 20', 23', or 24' cinema displays??
- Asked by Robert W from New York
- Nov 11, 2009
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Best Answeran adaptor is needed, but pre 2008 Cinema HD displays use M9649 G/A, which is discontinued
- Answered by Richard G from Northport
- Nov 23, 2011
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Will this work on the Apple 30" display?
- Asked by Matthias D from New York
- Nov 16, 2009
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Best AnswerYes, i have one working with my 30" Cinema Display just fine. But I have another one that is mounted to a 23" Cinema Display and the Monitor just seems not heavy enough for this arm.. its just by a pound I would say, but the monitor keeps on to tilt back. maybay it's because the 23" has the Mount Kit right in the middle while the 30" has it a little more upper so that the weight is more to the buttom.
But anyway.. the Ergotron MX is a fine piece.. unpacking and holding it in your hands allready will make you smile ;)
Kind Regards from Germany- Answered by Stefan R
- Jan 7, 2010
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how does this arm mount to the desk? Do i need a heavy duty desk/drive screws into my desk? Or is it some sort of insanely large heavy duty clamp?
- Asked by Cameron B from Estero
- Jun 10, 2010
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Best AnswerThe ergotron MX uses a screw-clamp mechanism.
No holes in the desk, thankfully. You'd be wise to put felt or some other material between the desk and the clamp surfaces just to keep it from being damaged, though.- Answered by Norman L from Phoenix
- Sep 8, 2011
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if improperly installed yes...place the rubber bumpers exactly where shown
- Answered by Viraj P from Kemah
- May 26, 2011
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will this product work in IMAC too or just monitor
- Asked by Sonal S from Naperville
- Oct 7, 2009
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Best AnswerIt will work with the iMac. You have to purchase the VESA Mount Adaptor Kit.
The Mount will absolutely work with the iMac.- Answered by Alex L from Philadelphia
- Oct 11, 2009
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Will it work with HP w2338h 23"?
If not is there any adaptor i could use to solve this?
- Asked by Virginie J from Ottawa
- Feb 27, 2010
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AnswerIt should. The HP w2338h 23" has a standard Vesa mount 100. The Ergotron MX does as well.
- Answered by Eric R from Encinitas
- May 8, 2010
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can I attach this to the side of my desk and not the back?
- Asked by Matt M from Irvine
- Sep 14, 2011
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Answeras long as the clamp can grab the desk, yes. The bottom arm pivots 180 degrees, and the top arm pivots as well.
- Answered by Norman L from Phoenix
- Sep 20, 2011
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Can that bee fixed on the ceeling in a horizontal way ??
- Asked by Jakob G
- May 27, 2012
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alternative instalation methods
I am trying to install the MX Desk Mount LCD Arm and my desk doesn't have a wide enough border to fit the arm onto the edge of the desk. Is there any alternative methods or supplies to help remedy this?
Thanks
Chris- Asked by Christopher B from New York
- Oct 15, 2009
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Best AnswerYes, there is an alternative installation method that comes with the product. It is designed to attach the arm to the desk via a cable hole in the desk or a whole you drill yourself.
- Answered by Kinga C from Lemont
- Oct 26, 2009
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This mount clamps on to the edge of a desk surface and cannot be attached to a wall.
Take a look at the TJ540LL/A Wall Mount from Bretford...it articulates out from the wall and may work well for you. It has a 12-year warranty which is nice.- Answered by Matt P from Franklin Park
- Dec 8, 2009
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Do you need VESA mount to attach Ergotron MX to a 30" cinema display?
- Asked by Kamran N from San Mateo
- Mar 23, 2011
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Will this work on the new 21.5 inch iMac? There is no Vesa mount for this computer on the web site.
- Asked by Michael L from Cannon Falls
- Feb 11, 2010
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AnswerMaria at the Glendale, CA Apple store says NO...no VESA compatible mount available, and the Apple mount doesn't allow for arm mounting.
- Answered by Pete W from Los Angeles
- May 27, 2011
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Will it work with a HP w1907 monitor?
I have an 21.5 iMac and an external HP w1907 monitor and I would rather be able to move the HP one. Will the arm be able to mount to this hp monitor?
- Asked by Kerri A. C from Collinsville
- Nov 21, 2009
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I have a rather deep desk so will this mount be able to extend outwards a good distance? ... say about a foot?
- Asked by Vicki L from Rockville
- Mar 24, 2012
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Will this work with a 20 " iMac ?
- Asked by Chris W from Lethbridge
- Oct 26, 2009
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What's the distance from the back edge of the desk (where it's mounted) to the back surface of the monitor?
- Asked by Stephen M from Richmond
- Jun 19, 2010
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What kind of mount do you need in order to rotate a Thunderbold display into a portrait display
Looking into purchasing a Thunderbolt but would like to rotate it back and forth between landscape and portrait display, can this be possible, if so what kind of mount do I need to purchase?
- Asked by Daniel R from Ithaca
- Apr 19, 2012
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- Asked about: Apple Thunderbolt Display (27-inch)
Best AnswerThis will be arriving about the 25th of april - and will be able to tell you then. but for now am planning on this to happen with the following - VideoSecu LCD LED TV Wall Mount Full Motion with Swivel Articulating Arm for 23-37, up to 42 in TV Flat Panel Screen With VESA 200 100, 20 in extension and Post-installation Leveling System A35 by VideoSecu - am using amazon.
- Answered by Virgil P from Lake Oswego
- Apr 23, 2012
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