It is becoming more and more common to have more than one monitor in our setup, for whatever reason. A great solution for these multi-monitor setups is to use a monitor support system. Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 is a high-quality solution that supports two monitors and has USB ports at its base. It allows us not only to regulate the height of the monitors and improve cable management, it also offers us good connectivity.
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Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 Unboxing
As always, we can see on the box the colors of the brand as well as an image of the product. Certain limitations of this product are indicated on the right hand side. We will talk about these aspects later, since they are points to take into account. For the rest, it does not have anything much more striking.
The back of the box of this Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 monitor mount brings us the specs. It also tells us about the main parts of this arm, as well as the amount of adjustments it supports. We can have complete control of the arms, allowing a great level of customization.
Inside we find the parts of this system in different boxes. As is logical, to occupy the least possible space, everything arrives disassembled and sealed. We will find all the necessary parts for the assembly, of course, and even parts for other assemblies that it supports.
Inside a box we find all these additional hardware and anchoring elements. Some of these parts are necessary for other assemblies, such as screwing it on the table. It also carries the elements for the VESA installation of the monitors.
Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 Design
Account this support system for Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 monitors with two arms. And is that this system supports a maximum of 2 monitors. This system supports up to two 34 ″ monitors of the Ultrawide type. This gives us an idea that these arms have been designed to offer support for all types of setups.
The arms of this set end in a standard type double VESA adapter. It supports VESA 75 configurations and VESA 100 configurations, which are common for monitors. The arms allow horizontal and vertical rotation, for a complete adjustment of the monitors.
We have to consider that there is a maximum weight in terms of weight supported by each of the arms. Each of the arms has the capacity to support a maximum of 8 kilograms. We will rarely find a monitor that comes close on the market, the maximum is usually 6 kilograms, usually.
The support that is anchored to the table is based on a screw with a clamping base. A fairly simple installation system has been chosen that prevents us from damaging the table. Those looking for something much more precise and secure, adapters are integrated that allow the support to be screwed to the table.
Finally, note that four USB 3.2 Gen1 ports have been integrated into the base. These ports are connected to our equipment through a specific USB cable. The base on one side has a transformer power connector and on the other side a female mini USB connector. The reason is that for the USB ports to function properly they need separate power.
Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 Specifications
- Weight and measurements
- Weight: 4,7 kg
- Package width: 411 mm
- Package depth: 105 mm
- Package height: 260 mm
- Package weight: 5,43 kg
- Ergonomics
- Height adjustments: Yes
- Management cable: Yes
- Swivel angle: 180 °
- Tilt angle: -45 - 45 °
- Rotation: 360 °
- USB port: Yes
- Design
- Color of product: Black, Metallic
- Materials: Aluminum
- Mounting
- Maximum weight capacity: 16 kg
- Minimum screen size: 33 cm (13 ″)
- Maximum screen size: 68,6 cm (27 ″)
- Mounting interface compatibility (min): 75 x 75 mm
- Mounting interface compatibility (max): 100 x 100 mm
- Number of supported displays: 2
- Mounting: Clamp
- Desk thickness (max): 65 cm
- Connectivity
- 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 with micro USB power
- 2 meter USB cable
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Conclusion
If you have or are planning to have a dual-monitor setup , the Arctic Z2-3D Gen3 stand is a great option. It allows for full adjustment of both monitors, letting you perfectly adjust their height. It's ideal for those who work from home and have multi-monitor setups. Furthermore, it offers excellent cable management, which we consider very important, so you don't have anything dangling around.
One of the highlights is that a total of four USB 3.2 Gen1 ports have been integrated. This allows us a great speed of file transfer and even load our devices. We must emphasize that for correct operation it is recommended to use an independent power supply. For this reason, a female mini USB compatible with smartphone chargers is added.
- Good quality of materials
- Allow for an impressive level of adjustment
- Excellent cable management
- Four USB 3.2 Gen1 ports for great connectivity
- Supports Ultrawid large format monitors
- Really simple installation
- We only need a screwdriver to hold the monitors
- It would be better if the connection cable to the PC was Thunderbolt and not conventional USB
