10 Accessories for your Work from Home Set Up

Working from home has become less of a temporary solution and more of a new normal. As employees slowly make their way back to the office space, they may still be required to intermittently work from home. If this is the case, then it is time you upgraded the makeshift setup into a more permanent one – with the right gear, of course.

If your home is prone to power outages, then you should get a UPS like the APC BX600C-IN 600VA/360W USP (Rs 3,299). When you lose power, this appliance will kick in to power your desktop computer or laptop for some time. This duration depends on the UPS battery capacity, but it is enough to give you time to safely shut down the computer. Check the manufacturer’s website to calculate the UPS rating you should opt for.

Alternatively, you can also consider the Luminous Home UPS 900VA Zelio+ 1100 (Rs 5,308).

Even if you do not experience random power outages, you should consider protecting your computer, router and printer from damage caused by sudden voltage fluctuations. Here, the Belkin 4-socket surge protector (Rs 995) should suffice.

If you are using a laptop for work or online classes then stop fiddling with the flimsy touchpad and get a wireless mouse to improve productivity. The Logitech M221 (Rs 699) wireless mouse is a trustworthy companion in this regard. It requires a spare USB port to connect wirelessly to the laptop and a single AA battery to power the mouse.

Everybody loves the office printer for official and unofficial purposes. But now since you are at home, you may need to invest in a printer for your office work as well as your child’s schoolwork. If you are on a tight budget then opt for the HP DeskJet 1112 (Rs 1,799). Its cartridges cost approximately Rs 750 onwards.

Else, go for the Canon Pixma G3000 (Rs 11,999) which is a multi-function printer with ink tank cartridges that cost around Rs 470 a bottle.

You will need a sturdy place to set your laptop and printer down. The Nilkamal Leo Computer Table (Rs 3,350) is a decent option. It comes with castor wheels, so you can move it around the house in case you cannot keep the desk in one permanent location.

If you don’t want to end up with a crick in the neck or a pain in the lower back then you will also need a comfortable chair. Here, you can consider the reasonably-priced AmazonBasics Mid Back Mesh Chair (Rs 5,199) or the plush Green Soul Epic Multi-functional ergonomic chair (Rs 12,990).

If you are the casual sort or too strapped for space to go for the computer trolley, then go for a Callas Multipurpose Foldable Laptop Table (Rs 1,069). This desk is foldable, comes with a groove for your tablet and a cup holder.

This one is a no brainer. If you are going to be on multiple conference calls on the phone or on the laptop, then you will need a good pair of ‘wire free’ earphones. You don’t want wires to come in your way while you type or make a live video presentation. Here, you can get the Realme Buds (Rs 1,799) or the Redmi Earbuds S (Rs 1,799).

If you don’t want your gear to get damaged or misplaced then keep your workspace clear of your charger cables and pack them into a case like the House of Quirk Organizer Bag (Rs 499).

This is not a gadget, but your gear will thank you for it. Use these microfiber cloths to keep your workspace clean and your gadgets free of dust and food particles. You can get a pack of six AmazonBasics Microfiber Cloths for Rs 449.