StarTech.com 21.5in Monitor Privacy Screen TAA Compliant PRIVSCNMON21
The StarTech.com PRIVSCNMON21 21.5-inch Monitor Privacy Screen is purpose-built to safeguard sensitive on-screen data by limiting viewing angles to 30 degrees, a critical feature for maintaining confidentiality in open office environments.
- Confidentiality: Limits screen visibility to a 30-degree angle, preventing visual eavesdropping and protecting sensitive information in shared workspaces.
- TAA Compliance: Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it suitable for government and public sector procurement.
- Glare Reduction: Features a reversible matte side that minimizes screen glare, reducing eye strain and improving user comfort during long work sessions.
- Scratch Protection: Constructed from durable plastic with scratch-resistant properties, extending the lifespan of your monitor screen.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com PRIVSCNMON21 is a 21.5-inch monitor privacy screen designed for 16:9 aspect ratio displays, providing a direct physical barrier against unauthorized viewing. This transparent plastic filter limits the viewing angle to 30 degrees, ensuring that on-screen content is only visible to the user directly in front of the display.
Engineered for durability, this privacy screen is scratch-resistant and reversible, offering a matte side for glare reduction and a glossy side for enhanced clarity. Its easy attachment and removal options, including adhesive strips or slide-mount tabs, allow for flexible deployment across various workstation setups.
- Data Security: Limits screen visibility to a narrow 30-degree angle, effectively preventing visual hacking and protecting confidential business information from prying eyes.
- Regulatory Compliance: TAA compliant, making it an ideal choice for government agencies and organizations with strict procurement mandates for secure hardware.
- Enhanced Comfort: Reversible design offers a matte finish to reduce glare and reflections, minimizing eye strain and improving productivity in brightly lit offices.
- Monitor Protection: Provides a durable, scratch-resistant layer that shields the monitor screen from daily wear and tear, extending the life of valuable display assets.
- Flexible Installation: Includes both attachment strips and slide-mount tabs, allowing for quick and secure installation or removal as needed for collaborative viewing.
This privacy screen provides essential on-screen data protection and operational flexibility, making it a strategic investment for any business prioritizing information security and employee comfort.
Technical Specifications
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Common Uses
Secure Data Display
In environments where sensitive information is routinely displayed, unauthorized individuals can easily view screen content from adjacent desks. This privacy screen limits the viewing angle to 30 degrees, ensuring that only the direct user can see the confidential data.
Financial institutions, legal practices, healthcare providers, government contractors
Compliance in Open Offices
Open-plan offices, while fostering collaboration, present challenges for maintaining data privacy and meeting regulatory compliance standards. Deploying these TAA-compliant privacy screens helps organizations meet visual data protection requirements without extensive workstation redesigns.
Corporate headquarters, insurance companies, call centers, shared workspaces
Glare & Eye Strain Reduction
Bright office lighting or window glare can cause reflections on monitor screens, leading to eye strain and reduced employee productivity. The reversible matte side of this screen effectively diffuses light, creating a more comfortable and focused work environment.
Any business with office workstations, design firms, data entry teams, remote work setups
Key Features
30-Degree Viewing Angle Limit
Prevents visual eavesdropping and protects sensitive on-screen data from unauthorized viewers in shared or public environments.
TAA Compliant Construction
Ensures the product meets government procurement requirements, simplifying purchasing for public sector and regulated organizations.
Reversible Matte/Glossy Finish
Offers flexibility to reduce glare and reflections for improved visual comfort or enhance clarity for vibrant display quality.
Scratch-Resistant Material
Provides a durable protective layer for the monitor screen, extending its lifespan and reducing replacement costs.
Easy Attachment Options
Facilitates quick and secure installation or removal using either adhesive strips or slide-mount tabs, adapting to various user preferences.
Industry Applications
Healthcare Systems
Protects patient data (PHI) on screens in clinics, labs, and administrative offices, supporting HIPAA compliance.
Financial Services
Secures sensitive client information and trading data from visual eavesdropping in open-plan offices and brokerages.
Legal & Government
Ensures confidentiality of legal documents and classified information, meeting TAA compliance for public sector procurement.
Corporate Offices
Maintains privacy for employees working with proprietary information in shared workspaces, reducing the risk of data breaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the privacy screen attach to my monitor?
The StarTech.com privacy screen includes two installation options: adhesive strips for a semi-permanent fit or slide-mount tabs that allow for easy attachment and removal. Both methods ensure a secure fit to your 21.5-inch display.
Can this privacy screen be used on touchscreens?
While the screen can be physically attached, it is designed for standard LCD monitors and may interfere with the touch functionality of a touchscreen display. Its primary purpose is visual privacy and screen protection.
What is the benefit of the reversible matte and glossy sides?
The matte side is engineered to reduce glare and reflections from ambient light, which helps minimize eye strain. The glossy side provides increased clarity and vibrant color reproduction, similar to the original monitor screen.
Is this privacy screen compatible with all 21.5-inch monitors?
This privacy screen is specifically designed for 21.5-inch monitors with a 16:9 aspect ratio. It is important to verify your monitor's screen size and aspect ratio for optimal fit and performance.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.