Plugable - DisplayPort to VGA Adapter - Active DP/DP++ to VGA Converter - Black
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About This Item
- Key Specs
- Connector Type (End 1): DisplayPort
- Gender (End 1): Male
- Connector Type (End 2): VGA
- Gender (End 2): Female
- General
- Brand: Plugable
- Model Number: DPM-VGAF
- Product Name: DisplayPort to VGA Adapter - Active DP/DP++ to VGA Converter
- Color: Black
- Quantity: 1
- Compatibility: All versions of Windows|All versions of macOS|All versions of ChromeOS
- Connectivity
- Cable Type: Monitor
- Product Type: Adapter
- Connector Type (End 1): DisplayPort
- Gender (End 1): Male
- Connector Type (End 2): VGA
- Gender (End 2): Female
- Environmental
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 2 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 819927011187
Plugable's Display Port to VGA Port adapter allows you to connect from a DisplayPort (DP) output on your laptop, desktop, or tablet to virtually any VGA-enabled display. Active adapters are compatible with both Single-mode and Dual-mode DisplayPort outputs. Our adapter supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz refresh rate. This versatile adapter complements a docking station dual monitor setup, making it easy to expand your workspace with multiple monitors. Compatibility Plugable's DPM-VGAF adapter is compatible with systems that have a DisplayPort output port (DP) on a laptop, desktop or tablet PC to add a VGA capable monitor, TV or projector. Whether you need a DisplayPort to VGA, Display Port to VGA or DP to VGA adapter, this product provides seamless intergration. Note that adapter is not bi-directional and will not convert in the other direction. Compliant with VESA DisplayPort 1.1 In the Bag Plugable DisplayPort to VGA Active Adapter (VGA cable not included)
- DP to VGA Adapter: Seamlessly connect Display Port to VGA with Plugable's active adapter - compatible with any DisplayPort host device. Allows you to connect from a DisplayPort (DP) output on your laptop, desktop or to virtually any VGA-enabled display.
- Reliable Video Output: Supports up to 2048x1536 60Hz (1920x1200, 1920x1080, and lower also supported) with EDID pass-through for high-quality visuals. Active adapter compatible with both Single-mode and Dual-mode DisplayPort (DP++) outputs. High-quality video output to VGA projectors, monitors, and TVs. Works with docking stations for extended display setups.
- Reliable Video Output: Supports up to 2048x1536 60Hz (1920x1200, 1920x1080, and lower also supported) with EDID pass-through for high-quality visuals. Active adapter compatible with both Single-mode and Dual-mode DisplayPort (DP++) outputs. High-quality video output to VGA projectors, monitors, and TVs. Works with docking stations for extended display setups.
- Broad Compatibility: Active adapter is compatible with DisplayPort (DP) output ports on desktops, workstations, laptops, docking stations, and more. Not a bidirectional adapter - will not convert from VGA to DisplayPort. Fully compatible with Windows, Linux, and other major operating systems.
- Enhanced Productivity: Expand your workspace by connecting a legacy VGA monitor using this Display Port to VGA Adapter - perfect for home or office.
Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 6 reviews
- Overall Performance (3)
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