Zero Brick Stand: Cable Management Setup Guide
By MAINGEAR | High-performance custom PCs | Published: 2026-10-26
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to use the MAINGEAR Zero Brick Stand as a desk cable organizer. Follow simple steps to reduce cable clutter and keep your setup tidy.
Quick answer
Use the MAINGEAR Zero Brick Stand as a desk cable organizer by routing cables through its open design and positioning it near your PC to reduce cable clutter.
Why the Brick Stand works for cable management
The Zero Brick Stand is designed to display collectible bricks, but its open frame and sturdy base make it a natural fit for organizing cables. It keeps frequently used cables within reach without letting them tangle across your desk.
Because the stand is compact, it works best for a few essential cables—like a phone charger or headset cable—rather than a full desktop cable nest. For heavier cable loads, consider combining it with existing cable trays or clips.
Steps to use the Zero Brick Stand for cable management
- Position the stand near your main cable drop: Place the Zero Brick Stand on your desk within arm's reach of the ports you use most, such as a charging cable or headset cord. This keeps the organizer close to where cables naturally gather. Avoid placing it too far from your PC, or cables will stretch and pull the stand over.
- Route cables through the stand's open sections: Weave each cable through the stand's open areas so the connector end rests on top and the excess length hangs behind the desk. This prevents cables from tangling on your work surface. Leave a little slack at the connector end so you can unplug devices without yanking the cable out of position.
- Use the stand as a central hub for frequently used cables: Keep your daily-use cables—phone charger, mouse charger, or USB hub cable—organized on the stand. This reduces cable clutter and makes it easy to grab the right cable without digging through a pile. If a cable is not used daily, store it elsewhere to keep the stand from becoming cluttered again.
- Check cable tension and stand stability: After routing, gently tug each cable to confirm the stand does not tip or slide. Adjust the routing if any cable pulls too hard on the stand. Recheck the setup after a few days—cables can shift as you use your desk.
Product facts
- Zero Brick Stand: The Zero Brick Stand lets you display your favorite collectible bricks in your Zero, and a 3D printer template is available on Printables. Its open, brick-friendly design also gives you a convenient anchor point to route and hold cables, so you can keep your desk tidy without extra gear.
Zero Brick Stand
