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Black rectangular USB 3.0 adapter with short cable, HDMI and VGA ports

STARTECH

STARTECH USB32HDVGA USB 3.0 to HDMI VGA adapter

SKU CH-FW2S-EFWQ0 MPN USB32HDVGA

A USB 3.0 adapter adds one HDMI port and one VGA port to a laptop, driving 4K at 30 Hz over HDMI and 1920x1080 at 60 Hz over VGA while passing 7.1 channel audio through HDMI

  • Adapter typeUSB 3.0 to HDMI VGA
  • Cable length4.3 in (10.9 cm)
  • Output ports1 x VGA (14 pin, High Density D-Sub) Female Output 1 x HDMI
  • Product typeUSB Multiport Video Adapter
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsActive or Passive Adapter: Active / Passive Audio: Yes AV In
  • Connect to HDMI and VGA displays simultaneously via one USB 3.0 port
  • Drive a 4K monitor at 3840 x 2160 30Hz through the HDMI output
  • Add a second 1080p screen at 1920 x 1080 60Hz over VGA
  • Carry 7.1 channel surround sound through the HDMI connection
  • Compact 4.3 inch cable fits tight laptop ports without blocking neighbours

Versatile 2-in-1 video adapter

The StarTech USB32HDVGA connects a USB 3.0 Type-A port to one HDMI and one VGA display. It uses a Silicon Motion SM768 chipset to add external graphics capability to laptops or desktops that lack native video outputs. The active adapter supports 7.1 channel audio over HDMI while VGA carries video only. A short 4.3 in cable keeps the dongle close to the host device.

Simple single-cable expansion

One USB 3.0 connection drives two monitors simultaneously in mirror or extended desktop modes. HDMI delivers up to 3840x2160 at 30 Hz and VGA reaches 1920x1080 at 60 Hz, covering modern UHD panels and legacy projectors alike. The compact 4.13 x 1.70 x .55 in housing fits beside other ports without blocking them. No external power supply is required because the adapter draws power from the USB bus.

Cool, silent operation

The low-power SM768 controller runs passively so the adapter produces no fan noise and adds minimal heat to a workstation. USB 3.0 compliance ensures stable throughput for 4K 30 Hz content without saturating the bus. HDMI 1.4 signalling and VGA output remain within specification during extended use. The aluminium-coloured black enclosure aids passive dissipation in typical office environments.

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Price $66.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB32HDVGA
Product typeUSB Multiport Video Adapter
Adapter typeUSB 3.0 to HDMI VGA
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Output ports1 x VGA (14 pin, High Density D-Sub) Female Output
1 x HDMI Female Output
Size & build
Cable length4.3 in (10.9 cm)
Product dimensions0.55 in × 4.13 in × 1.7 in
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size170 × 142 × 30 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 4K 30 Hz HDMI output stay stable during long sessions?

The adapter uses a Silicon Motion SM768 chipset and draws power from the USB 3.0 port, so thermal limits depend on your host laptop’s cooling rather than the dongle itself.

Does the adapter get noisy or hot when driving two monitors all day?

It has no fan and a compact 0.55 x 4.13 x 1.70 in enclosure; warmth is normal but audible noise is not expected under typical office workloads.

What host port and cables must I already have to use both outputs?

You need a free USB 3.0 Type-A port on the computer, plus an HDMI cable for the 4K display and a VGA cable for the 1080p display.

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