3.1 - Adapters and Converters

Question 1

Adapters and converters

Answer 1

• The best laid plans…
  – Need an adapter
• Convert between different connectors
  – Electrically compatible
• Convert from one format to another
  – You need Ethernet but you only have USB
• A good temporary fix
  – Or a good permanent one

Question 2

DVI to HDMI

Answer 2

• DVI-D and HDMI are electrically compatible
  – HDMI is backward-compatible with DVI-D
  – No signal conversion required
  – No loss of video quality

Question 3

DVI to VGA

Answer 3

• DVI-A includes analog signals
  – Backward compatible with VGA
  – Only 640 x 480 is officially supported
• May only need an adapter - Analog to analog
• VGA to DVI digital will need a converter
  – Check your interface specifications

Question 4

USB to Ethernet

Answer 4

• Some laptops don’t have an Ethernet connection

Question 5

USB-C to USB-A

Answer 5

• Merge the new with the old- Use your older peripherals

Question 6

USB hub

Answer 6

– Connect many devices - High speed USB connectivity