StarTech.com Mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter showing full adapter with connectors

Seamless Mini DisplayPort to DVI Integration

The StarTech.com adapter features a sleek black housing with precision-engineered connectors for reliable signal transmission. The passive adapter design ensures straightforward compatibility with DP++ ports, while the compact form factor minimizes cable clutter. The DVI female connector provides a secure fit for your existing DVI display cables.

Technical Specifications

  • 🔌 20-pin Mini DisplayPort male to 29-pin DVI-I female connection
  • 📏 5.1-inch cable length for flexible positioning
  • 🔄 Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA)

Applications

  • 🖥️ Connect MacBook or Surface Pro to DVI monitor
  • 📽️ Set up presentation displays in meeting rooms
  • 🎮 Configure multi-monitor gaming setups
Close-up view of Mini DisplayPort connector on StarTech.com adapter

Premium Mini DisplayPort Connector Design

The precision-engineered Mini DisplayPort connector features gold-plated contacts for superior signal integrity and durability. The connector's robust construction ensures a secure, stable connection while preventing signal degradation. The sleek black housing complements modern device aesthetics while providing strain relief.

Technical Specifications

  • ✨ Gold-plated contacts for optimal conductivity
  • 🛡️ Durable connector housing with strain relief
  • 🔒 Secure latching mechanism

Applications

  • 💻 Daily connection/disconnection from laptops
  • 🎯 Permanent installation in workstations
  • 📱 Hot-swapping between multiple devices
Detailed view of DVI female connector on StarTech.com adapter

High-Performance DVI Output Interface

The adapter's DVI interface features a robust female connector with secure mounting screws for a stable connection. The high-quality construction ensures reliable digital signal transmission while maintaining compatibility with existing DVI cables and displays. The integrated circuit board is optimized for clean signal conversion.

Technical Specifications

  • 🔧 Dual mounting screws for secure attachment
  • 📺 HDCP compliant for protected content
  • ⚡ Passive design requires no external power

Applications

  • 🖥️ Professional design workstation setup
  • 🎨 Digital art and graphic design
  • 📊 Financial trading multi-display systems

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

MDP2DVI3

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Displayport/DVI Video Cable

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Video Adapter

Technical Information
Connector Type on First End

Mini DisplayPort Digital Audio/Video - Male

Connector Gender on First End

Male

Connector on First End Details

1 x 20-pin Mini DisplayPort Digital Audio/Video - Male

Connector Type on Second End

DVI-I Digital Video - Female

Connector Gender on Second End

Female

Connector on Second End Details

1 x 29-pin DVI-I Digital Video - Female

Features

Passive
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID)

Cable Length

5.10

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Black

Weight (Approximate)

0.93 oz

Miscellaneous
Certifications & Standards

  • FCC
  • CE

Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

WEEE
REACH
RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|video adapter|VGA Video adapter icon

    Video Adapter

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the StarTech.com MDP2DVI3 adapter?
The StarTech.com MDP2DVI3 is a video adapter designed to connect Mini DisplayPort video sources (like MacBook or Microsoft Surface Pro devices) to DVI monitors, projectors, or displays. It eliminates the need to upgrade to a Mini DisplayPort-capable monitor while supporting resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA).
What are the connector types on this adapter?
The adapter features a 20-pin Mini DisplayPort male connector on one end and a 29-pin DVI-I female connector on the other end. This configuration allows for direct connection between Mini DisplayPort sources and DVI display devices.
Is this adapter compatible with Thunderbolt?
Yes, the MDP2DVI3 is compatible with Intel Thunderbolt when connected directly to a supporting DisplayPort over Thunderbolt I/O port. It's important to note that this is a passive adapter requiring a DP++ port (DisplayPort++) for proper functionality.
What is the maximum supported resolution?
The adapter supports display or projector resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA) and is compliant with HDCP standards, ensuring high-quality video output for compatible devices.
What is the length of the adapter cable?
The adapter cable length is 5.10 inches (approximately 13 cm), providing sufficient length for convenient connection while maintaining signal integrity.

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