Office cable checklist: Ethernet, monitor and printer connections

Make a desk-by-desk list of network, monitor and printer connections, including the connector at each end and the measured cable route. Group matching requirements into quantities, then check the basket and delivery total. The example below suits five desks that each need a 2m Ethernet and 2m HDMI lead.

Write the connection list first

Connection Check before ordering Example product
Wired network RJ45 sockets at both ends and the required route length. Prevo Cat6 2m, black
HDMI monitor HDMI output and input, plus the intended display mode. Prevo HDMI 2m
DisplayPort monitor DisplayPort output and input, plus the intended display mode. Prevo DisplayPort 2m
USB printer or scanner A computer USB-A port and the printer's USB-B socket. Prevo USB-A to USB-B 2m

These are individual product choices, not a claim that one cable set fits every desk. A USB-C-only computer needs a different printer connection or a suitable adapter. Some desks need a different display cable or no wired network lead.

A five-desk Ethernet and HDMI example

If all five desks have the matching connections and 2m reaches the sockets, this selection contains:

  • 5 × Prevo CAT6-BLK-2M black Ethernet patch leads.
  • 5 × Prevo HDMI-2.1-2M HDMI display leads.

Start a new basket with these 10 cables

This opens a new basket with five of each cable. Review the items, quantities, current prices and delivery charge before checkout. It is a suggested selection of separately sold products, not a discounted manufacturer multipack.

Choose different lengths where needed

For short network routes, check the 1m Cat6 lead. For longer desk routes, check the 3m Cat6 lead. Measure along the cable's path and leave enough slack for ordinary movement without straining the connectors.

Keep a simple record of which lengths and connector types you bought. That makes replacements and the next desk setup easier to order. Order spares for actual needs rather than adding unfamiliar adapters to cover every possible connection.

Get the first connection right

For a larger rollout, confirm the proposed cable against the actual equipment before duplicating the selection across the office. A small difference between two dock models can change the required cable.

If you need help matching the connectors, send the computer or dock model and the monitor or printer model through our contact page.

Common questions

Does the five-desk basket include computers, docks or monitors?

No. It contains ten cables only: five 2m Prevo Cat6 Ethernet patch leads and five 2m Prevo HDMI leads. Check that those connectors and lengths suit all five desks.

Is the example basket discounted?

No. It uses the current individual product prices. Review the basket and delivery total before ordering.

Updated 27 October 2026. Check individual product specifications and current availability before ordering.