How to Mount a Non-VESA Monitor?

In a world that’s filled with clutter, it pays to have a desk that is as neat and spacious as possible. Not only does it give you the much-needed peace of mind to start the workday, but also ensures that you undertake all your tasks with enhanced efficiency.  And what better a way to achieve that neat look, than to mount your monitor(s) on an adjustable arm! However, to do so there is one thing that’s almost mandatory and that is for your monitor to be VESA Compatible.

You may now be thinking, what is VESA? And why is it essential to have VESA compatible monitor? Well, fret not, because we’re here to answer those very questions. 

What is VESA?

VESA is the acronym for Video Electronics Standards Association. It is essentially the organization that shoulders the responsibility of setting standards for mounting flat-screen monitors to arms, stands as well as walls. As you may have guessed, if a monitor is VESA Compatible, it is fairly easy to attach a mount on its back and attach it to an adjustable arm or the wall, as the need may be. 

Is Your Monitor VESA Compatible?

Now that you know the importance of a monitor’s VESA compatibility, you might be wondering if your monitor is VESA compatible. The most likely answer? YES, it is! In fact, most modern desktops and television screens comply with VESA Standards. If you still want to check, simply look at the back of the screen and you will find a bunch of screw holes. If the holes are 75×75 mm, 100×100 mm or 200×100 mm pattern, your monitor is VESA compatible. This implies it can conveniently be used with any adjustable arm of your choices, and be mounted at the height or angle you want.

But, what if that isn’t the case? What if you have a Non-VESA monitor? Well, that might be a possibility if your screen was manufactured prior to this standard being introduced, or if you have had the system for quite some time now. Now, what could you possibly do?  Would you need to buy a new monitor altogether? Fortunately, not! We have a quick and easy solution for your problem. 

Adapter Kit – The Solution to Your Problem of a Non-VESA Monitor

While VESA has become the standard for mounting monitors, the fact remains that hundreds and thousands of monitors and TV screens had been already manufactured prior to this new regulation. To ensure that owners of Non-VESA monitors do not have to suffer, an Adapter Kit was launched. This kit could be easily mounted on a Non-VESA monitor, which in turn, would make it compatible with a VESA monitor arm.  

Once the VESA mount system became the standard for monitors, many companies saw the need for making mounting systems that are compatible with the VESA. Now you can mount a non-VESA monitor onto a VESA mount by using a compatible attachment.

But, beware! Not all adapter kits are made the same, and it is important that you purchase the kit that is an exact fit for your monitor. Here’s how you can do it!

• Note down the measurements of your monitor.
• Weigh your monitor, and make a note of the same.
• Visit a trusted online store to find the right VESA Adapter Kit for your monitor.
• Once at the site, check if the specifications match your monitor. If not, feel free to get in touch with the brand to find the product that precisely matches your requirement. 
• When satisfied with the product specifications, simply place your order and wait for your chosen VESA Adapter Kit to be delivered to your doorstep.  

Did You Know? 

While there are Adapter Kits that are designed for specific computer brands, there are also kits that are universal in nature and act as a perfect fit for almost all types of flat-screen monitors! 

How to Mount The Adapter Kit and the Non-VESA Monitor?

• Firstly, you will need two basic tools – a screwdriver and a wrench.
• Next, if your monitor is not screwed to its base, using some force take off the base.
• If the base stand is screwed in, carefully remove the screws and take the monitor off.
• Now that your monitor is ready, it is time to prepare your monitor arm. This can be done by simply attaching the VESA Adapter to the VESA Monitor Arm Stand. 
• Finally, attach your monitor to the converted monitor arm, and you will be done!  

We hope that you now know all about dealing with a Non-VESA monitor when you wish to attach it to a monitor arm in a bid to create more space on your desk and make your workspace more ergonomic! 

FAQs

1. Do Monitor Arm Stands Work With All Monitors? 

Ideally, YES.  Monitor arm stands are usually equipped with a clamp or a grommet hole adapter. This helps them attach seamlessly to a wide range of monitors. However, before you purchase a monitor arm, it is highly recommended to check your monitor’s compatibility with the same. If you aren’t sure of how to go about it, feel free to get in touch with our experts at Jinn Office Solutions. 

2. How do I know the VESA size of my monitor?

More often than not, VESA specifications are mentioned in millimeters and are read in the form of –

Horizontal Measurement x Vertical Measurement

Hence, if your monitor holes are situated at a distance of 200 mm in breadth and 100 mm in length, its VESA size is 200×100.  

3. My monitor seems to be slipping from the adapter kit. How do I prevent this?

Simply stick anti-slip rubber pads between the adapter plates and the monitor for the added sturdiness of the setup.