2 Cable Hiders Needed

I want to move my computer and I need to run a log cable bundle to
connect from the tower to the desk where the monitor and speakers, and
key/mouse.

#1  - Is it OK to run the monitors (a CRT) power cable in the bundle
also, or will it cause interference and hum?

#2 - Can you send me a link to 2 low cost hiders that will sit on
carpet, and bundle the cables, and make it so you won?t trip on the
mess.  I need one for a white carpet for the length of a residential
hallway  (maybe 6 feet??), and one for a dark carpet for the office. 
That dark one is about 8 feet, approx.

#3 ? I need USB, speaker, monitor, and monitor power extension cables.
 Preferably black.


thanx in advnce

Hi sherpaj,

Here are the items you requested:


#1 Is it OK to place the power cable in a bundle with other cables?

According to Crutchfield, no, you should not bundle power cords with other cables.

Cable connection tips from Crutchfield Advisor:
Follow these general rules of thumb to get the best results from your
cables:
Avoid long cable runs if possible ? the shorter the cable, the better.
That said, make sure your cables are long enough, especially if your
components are shelved in such a way that the rear panels are
difficult to access. There should be enough slack to let you pull the
component forward and reach the rear panel.
Because they can introduce interference into the signal, try to keep
power cords away from signal cords. If this isn't possible, at least
try to minimize contact between the two.
If an interconnect has arrows printed on its jacket, hook it up so
that the arrow is pointing away from the signal source, and toward the
destination.
Avoid kinking or bending cable. Don't try to make a short cable reach
? it can put stress on the connector and potentially cause damage. Buy
a longer cable, if necessary. (This is especially important for
optical interconnects.)
Don't keep excess cable lying in loops. Arrange it in an "S" shape or
a figure-eight instead; this can help minimize electromagnetic
interference. "

http://www.crutchfieldadvisor.com/learningcenter/ISEO-rgbtcspd/home/cables.html


#2 Cable Hiders.
 Depending on the kind you choose, you may need to order 2 packages to
meet your 8ft. requirement, although some types come with more than
enough footage.

8ft., white cable hider. $11.95 USD
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=161+0565

25 meters, $41.95 USD, gray cable safety strip
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=113+0838

50 meters, $21.49 USD, braided sleeving. Does not trap moisture or heat.
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=161+2660

Black flexible tubing, 10ft., $11.99 USD
http://www.smarthome.com/9045.HTML

MyPencil has cable covers in black, beige, and brown. $20.95 USD, 6ft.
http://www.mypencil.com/mall/page34PowerCover.asp

Cable clamps
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=161+0715

Velcro wraps
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=113+0350

This flat electrical cord may interest you!
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=113+0850

Interesting clear spring coil, $6.95 USD
http://www.compgeeks.com/details.asp?invtid=gsprings

To peruse a wide selection of cable organizers, see here:
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchproducts.asp?search=1ca&child=1ha10&sdesc=Cable+Organizers



#3  USB Extension Cables, Speaker, monitor, monitor power extension cables:

USB
USB extension cables, in off white. 8ft. $13.95 USD, and 16ft. $16.49 USD
http://cyberguys.com/templates/SearchProducts.asp?search=1ca&child=1ca18&sdesc=Extension&curpage=2&ureq=y

USB Extension cable, 2m long,  off white $6.99 USD
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=269882&Sku=C184-19018&CatId=444

Amazon.com has grey USB extension cables. $6.94 USD, 10ft. 
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00001ZWXA/104-5758728-4845545?v=glance

Black USB  10ft. USB cable. If this is long enough, you may not need an extension!
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=161808&Sku=B20-5070&CatId=444

Monitor Power Cables
Power cable extension, black.  3 ft.  $1.39 USD,  6ft. $1.49 USD,  12ft.  $2.79 USD
http://cyberguys.com/templates/SearchProducts.asp?search=1ca&child=1ca18&sdesc=Extension&curpage=2&ureq=y

Long monitor cables. 50ft.  $31.95 USD
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=128+2265
Other options:
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchproducts.asp?search=1ca&child=1ca42&sdesc=Monitor

Monitor Power cords. 15 ft., $2.89 USD
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?T1=120+2180


Wide selection of monitor cables here:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/Category/category_slc.asp?CatId=73

Speaker Extension Cords
Speaker extension cords. 6ft. $5.83 USD
http://www.nextag.com/serv/tt/buyer/ProductM.jsp?kw=LabTec_Extension_Cable_For&product=324953&pdir=0&click=n&node=&core=2&page=1&lgnode=&lgsearch=speaker_extension_cables

Here?s a  KVM (Keyboard, video, monitor) cable with speaker and
microphone. $29.99 USD
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=563445&Sku=C184-29631&SRCCODE=NEXTAG&CMP=EMC-NEXTAG


Additional Cable Organizing sites:
Cable Organizer
http://cableorganizer.com/surface-raceways/
http://cableorganizer.com/cord-covers/#B
Cable-Safe
http://www.cable-safe.com/

I hope this does it for you! If any part of my answer is unclear,
please request an Answer Clarification before rating!

Regards,
crabcakes

Search Terms
cable organizers
cable organization
Personally use and recommend Cyberguys.com , so I searched there first!

Thank you, sherpaj, for the rating and the tip!
Sincerely,
crabcakes