This hassle-free adapter from StarTech allows users to convert mini DisplayPort connections to a Dual-Link DVI output. It makes it easy to extend your Macbook Pro or Microsoft Surface displays to an additional external DVI monitor for work, or your television for videos. You can also use the cable to connect to an Apple Cinema Display HD.

Elegantly simple to use, it is truly plug in and play. There are only a few short steps involved to use this DisplayPort adapter; first, connect the mini DisplayPort into a device, such as a laptop; then connect the male USB type A into a port to power the device; finally, hook up your DVI-D cable to the connector and display and you're all set. Because the cable is powered by a USB port, it eliminated the need for additional chargers and cables. This adapter cable is the perfect solution to save costs on upgrading to a monitor capable of displaying m DisplayPort.

This active adapter is perfect for someone who wants an easy to use and portable DVI-D adapter cable. If you're after something for work, this cable can be used in the boardroom or trade shows and can easily slip into a laptop bag.

The DisplayPort adapter has an active conversion that allows it to perform the conversion itself rather than the source device. The cable can support Dual-Link resolution up to 2560x1600 @ 60Hz or single link resolution up to 1920x1080 @ 144Hz.

This converter is OS independent and does not require any external software to be downloaded in order to use it.

Buy with confidence, this adapter comes with a 3-year warranty and lifetime technical support.

• TV's that use high DVI resolutions
• Second monitor
• Entertainment centres
• Trade shows
• Use in boardrooms
• For home office

• Max resolution 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz (Dual Link)
• Single link resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 @ 144 Hz
• Matte black casing
• Plug-and-play
• No software download required
• 2-year warranty and lifetime technical support
• 1x Mini DisplayPort 1.2 male output
• 1x USB A 2.0 male power connector
• 1x Dual-Link DVI-D female (29 pin) port

• 1x Male Mini DisplayPort to Female DVI-DL cable adapter

Both formats work by communicating to computers, using the driver software that's in the computer to transfer the conversion.

An active adapter means that it utilises power from the connected device to perform the conversion itself rather than using the source device.