Cables to Connect Your Life

Of all the things that you find people in their offices and homes walking around and looking for, scratching their heads, one of the most common is a cable. Whether it be a simple USB cable to connect a digital camera to a PC to retrieve the pictures, or an audio-visual (AV) cable to connect a DVD player, Television, or similar media device, cables can be hard to come by, get damaged by pets or children, or simply turn up missing when they are not in constant use. Well Office-Supplies.us.com is here to help -- we offer a great selection of cables of all kinds, and are ready to help you get connected again with easy-to-find cables that are available to order right online with fast shipping and great service.

AV Cables: This category of cables extends to all manner of cables that connect multimedia devices, DVD players, CD players, monitors, and much much more. For instance if you are looking for a basic Component video cable, like those used to connect your TV to a DVD player, VCR, or cable television receiver, we offer quality cables from Arista and Belkin -- trusted brands that are sure to last through years of use. Another type of cable that falls under this category and is becoming increasingly in demand are HDMI cables that are used to connect high definition devices like HD-DVD and BluRay Disc players to your television. Anyone who has gone shopping for one of these cables can tell you that they can cost quite a bit, but we have ours discounted by up to $50, so check it out.

Ethernet/Networking Cables: Another commonly used and needed category of cables is networking cables, which cover your standard CAT5/CAT6 cables that are used to connect computers on a network. Whether for a business or home office, these cables come in handy ont only to connect computers to the network, but also for other devices like printers, hubs, and anything else that needs to be used on a network. We can save you money on individual cables, or, if you are looking to rewire an office or network, we can save you on bulk purchases of entire cable boxes. Check out our quantity discounts!

Aside from those mentioned above, we also have a wide variety of other cables in many categories, so surf over to that section of the site and see for yourself. Chances are we will save you time, money, and hassle searching around for a lost cable only to possibly find it is the wrong kind. Once again, Office-Supplies.us.com is there to meet your every office supply need, so bookmark us and check back whenever you need supplies.

Office Tools

Fixing chairs, screwing and unscrewing desk parts, drawers and myriad other things that can need a quick fix can be a real pain when an office isn't stocked with at least a basic set of tools for small jobs. For small companies and those that do not enjoy the services of a handyman or other such service-provider for basic maintenance, a company toolbox is a must in order to keep things running smoothly. Once again, Office-Supplies.us.com has you covered with a complete selection of small tools to help with everything from breaking down cardboard boxes, to drilling in pictures or putting together furniture.

Check out some of the great small tools we have available, like this Black and Decker dual range hammer drill. It has two speeds, one for high-speed drilling and the other for high-torque, and with interchangeable bits it can be perfect for a wide variety of basic maintenance jobs. Plus we have the basics, like the Stanley Work Curved Claw hammer, Stanley and Black and Decker screwdriver sets, tape measures and utility knives and more. All this at the great prices you've come to expect from Office-Supplies.us.com, and the same convenient and fast shipping. So stock up and make sure you and your employees have the tools available to take care of the small stuff themselves and save yourself time, money, and productivity.

Come back next week for more product spotlights and ideas of how we can help supply your office with everything from paper to power tools!

Office Lighting

The overall decor of your office can say a lot about your company to visiting clients, potential and current employees, and anyone else who ventures through the doors to see where you do business. One of the best ways to improve that decor is with lighting for the late nights pressing to deadlines, and having matching desktop lamps, and room lighting that not only provides the needed light, but adds something to whatever style you have chosen for your office environment.

At Office-Supplies.us.com, we pride ourselves on having everything you need for an office of any kind, and lighting solutions is no exception. We have desktop lamps by Ledu, Lorell, Art Specialty and more, with everything from traditionally-elegant shaded lamps so more modern adjustable and arm lamps. Mounted, swinging, or sitting, we have a lamp that will meet your needs for both style and function, all at prices that are competitive with any you will find online or in any store.

Remember that if you are looking to buy for an entire office, you should inquire about our bulk discounts and save money on our special pricing for large orders. You will automatically get free shipping with any order over $75 and of course our shipping is fast and reliable. Don't forget lightbulbs, and let us know if we can help you in any way!

Check back often for spotlights on new and featured products, as well as for promotions and specials. Thanks for reading!

A New School Year Begins

It's that time of year again, when parents, students, and teachers flood the local office supply stores buying binders and backpacks, pencils and planners, and everything else they can imagine or find on a school supply list. It's always a wonder to us that more people don't save themselves the time and hassle by ordering online, so once again we wanted to offer a brief look at the wide selection of school supplies we have to offer on Office-Supplies.us.com, so more people will realize how they can save money and precious time while ensuring their children and students are better equipped this school year, and for less.

Binders and Accessories: One for each class? One BIG one for all classes? No matter what method you and your child use to keep his school assignments and papers organized, we have a solution for you. From flexible 1-1.5" binders that are perfect for a one-per-class system, to large 3" storage binders for the all-in-one subscribers, our selection is sure to accommodate everyone's needs. Make sure to pick up any binder accessories you need, like index dividers, sheet lifters, and the like.

Stay Organized: For students of all ages, it's never too early or too late to teach them the value of staying organized with daily, weekly, and monthly planners that are made to help students just like them remember important assignments, due dates, and, of course, tests! We carry a great selection of refillable planners and organizers from companies like At-A-Glance, Day-Timers and more.

Back to the basics: Of course, you can't get into the new school year without stocking up on basics like lined filler paper, pens, pencils, staplers and much more. Check out our entire selection and get all of your shopping done in one quick online trip, save money, and have all of your supplies delivered right to your door. For teachers, check out our section devoted specifically to teaching supplies, and let's all get started with a new school year fully prepared and stocked to teach and learn!

Organizer and Calendar Refills for 2009

For everyone out there who is as busy as we are, you know that 2008 is flying by and showing no signs of slowing down. It's not too early to get ready for the new year by getting calendar and organizer refills that extend all the way to 2010! All of the major planner, organizer, and calendar companies have released their 2009 products already, so depending on the product you are using you can be sure to beat the rush and get the corresponding refills with no hassle.

If you use an organizer or planner by At-A-Glance, Day Timer, or Day Runner, you can find the refill you need here. Make sure you pay careful attention to exactly the size and planner option you choose, whether it is daily, weekly, or monthly -- or a combination of two -- so that it will match the type you already have and are used to. The sizes correspond to the size of planner, the number of holes and other factors that ensure you are getting a refill that will fit inside your existing planner. If you don't have a planner at all and are gearing up to get organized in 2009, we have you covered there too with great planners for any style, from corporate to collegiate.

Desktop calendars may not be used yet, but it's better to be prepared, and we have all of the most popular brands and styles for your desktop so you can be ready when 2009 hits. Check out our calendar desk pads, and refilled, wall calendars and refills and more. If you have any trouble finding what you need, just let us know and we will be happy to assist you. Remember to stock up your entire office to take advantage of free shipping on orders over $75 and quantity discounts on most items.

We'll be ready when the calendar rolls over to 2009, and we hope to help you be ready too!

CD & DVD Media

With today's technology and the ever-increasing availability and affordability of drives that read and write CDs and DVDs, it is cheaper and easier than ever to backup, store, transport, and share your files, pictures, videos, music and data. Most computers today come with at least a CD-RW drive, most of which can be upgraded to a CD/DVD-RW combo drive at little cost. For those out there looking for a way to unload gigabytes of data and files from their computer without deleting or having to get another hard drive, storing that information on writable CDs and DVDs is a low-cost and convenient answer. At Office-Supplies.us.com, as usual, we have you covered with CD & DVD media of all kinds and at great prices.

CD-RW Discs: Great for burning music and sharing or backing up photos and files of all kinds, CD-RW discs are still the most-used form of media by the mainstream consumer. We offer writable and rewritable CDs from trusted brands like Compucessory, Imation, and Maxell so you know you will have reliable and high-quality CDs that, if protected and stores properly will keep your information safe and sound. With capacities around 700MB/80minutes, these discs are enough to hold a ton of information and save space on your hard drive.

DVD-RW Discs: With files and movies getting larger and larger, many have moved up the ladder to storing these types of files on writable DVDs because of the much larger capacity they have -- up to almost 5GB! Even full-length movies can be safely copied and stored on these discs. Make sure you that you check what compatibility your DVD-R or DVD-RW drive has and get the DVDs that will match. Also pay attention to the speed on the discs as this will determine the maximum speed at which they can be written to. We have spindles with as many as one hundred discs so you can stock up and not have to worry for a long while. At only $40 or so for a 50 pack, these discs are much more affordable now than ever, so grab them enjoy the increased space they offer.

As always, enjoy our bulk discounts and let us know if you have any questions about what kind of CD or DVD discs you should get. Thanks for shopping at Office-Supplies.us.com – your source for office supplies of all kinds!

Cash Registers and Cash Handling Supplies

A lot of people who contact us with feedback about our website tell us that they are surprised and impressed with the sheer breadth of our product offerings. Everything from pens to printers can be found, and supplies and equipment to run nearly any kind of business of any size. Part of our goal in writing this blog is to call attention to categories of products within our selection you may not be aware of, and this week we highlight our selection of cash registers and cash handling supplies for those of you who are running store front business that require the accounting for and transportation of coins and cash, and the efficient processing of cash sales with an electronic cash register.

Many believe that electronic cash registers are expensive to buy and use, but this is not necessarily the case. Our selection of electronic cash registers by Sharp and Casio proves that, depending on what your needs are, you can get a quality cash register for your business or store at an affordable price. Check out the Sharp XEA102 for an example; with 80 price look ups, this register is the perfect solution for a small business or store. It has a 14mm large display, with departments and an auto tax system with two tax tables and more. At only $135.16, startups and stores can get going without breaking the bank on equipment. For stores who need more robust cash registers with more features and advanced capabilities, we carry models up to the $450 range with thermal printing, dual roll register tapes and more. Also don't miss our electronic check writers and the supplies we have for keeping them running.

If you aren't running a business or store, but need supplies for handling, transporting, and/or storing cash and coin, we have all of the supplies you need. We have lockable cash boxes for storing money made at fund raisers, swap meets and the like, as well as cash handling bags, sorters, and straps. Make sure you aren't being taken in with counterfeit currency detectors, and keep track of your sales and transactions with sales forms and form refills.

Should you have any questions about any of the above-described products, consult the products for specific details and specs, and ask our knowledgeable sales staff if you have any trouble finding what you need. Remember we offer quantity discounts and fast, affordable shipping -- including free shipping on orders over $75. Thanks for checking in, and we hope you will continue to use Office-Supplies.us.com for all of your office supply needs.