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Short black cable with Mini DisplayPort and DVI plugs

STARTECH

STARTECH MDP2DVIMM3BS mini displayport cable 3ft active 1920x1200

SKU CH-QE5Q-8HGQC MPN MDP2DVIMM3BS

A short 3 ft active adapter cable connects a Mini DisplayPort source directly to a DVI-D display at up to 1920 x 1200 resolution

  • Cable length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Connector details1 x Mini-DisplayPort (20 pin) to 1 - DVI-D (25 pin)
  • Connector genderMale to Male
  • Product typeMiniDisplayPort to DVI-D
  • DetailsAdapter Style: Cable Adapter Audio: No Chipset ID: PS171A Co

Cable Length 3 Feet

  • Connect a Mini DisplayPort source directly to a DVI display with a compact cable-style adapter
  • Active conversion enables DVI output from Mini DisplayPort without an external power supply
  • Short 3 ft length reduces cable clutter on the desk
  • Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 including 1080p and 720p
  • Compatible with Thunderbolt devices that output a DisplayPort signal

What this cable does

This StarTech MDP2DVIMM3BS is a 3 ft active adapter that converts a Mini DisplayPort source to a DVI-D display. It carries video only and supports digital resolutions up to 1920 x 1200.

Who it suits and who it does not

The cable works with any device that outputs a Mini DisplayPort signal, including Intel Thunderbolt ports, Surface Pro tablets and MacBooks with mDP. Buyers who need audio passthrough or resolutions above 1920 x 1200 should look at a different solution.

The spec that decides fit

Maximum digital resolution is 1920 x 1200 and the adapter uses the PS171A chipset for active conversion; if your display requires a higher resolution or a dual-link DVI signal this cable will not meet the requirement.

How it compares

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Price $34.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameMDP2DVIMM3BS
Product typeMiniDisplayPort to DVI-D
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector details1 x Mini-DisplayPort (20 pin) to 1 - DVI-D (25 pin)
Connector genderMale to Male
Size & build
Cable length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size183 × 123 × 42 mm

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Questions about this item

Will this 3 ft active cable let me keep using my DVI-D monitor with a Mini DisplayPort source?

Yes, the male Mini DisplayPort 20-pin connector plugs into your source and the male DVI-D 25-pin connector plugs into the monitor, supporting up to 1920 x 1200.

How can I verify the active conversion is working once I connect the cable?

The display should appear at one of the supported resolutions such as 1920 x 1080 or 1920 x 1200 without flicker or signal-loss messages.

Does the package include only the cable or are extra adapters needed for a direct mDP-to-DVI link?

The box contains the single 3 ft cable with a male Mini DisplayPort end and a male DVI-D end; no separate adapters are required.

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