Best vga cables according to redditors

We found 193 Reddit comments discussing the best vga cables. We ranked the 83 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about VGA Cables:

u/nilstycho · 7 pointsr/computing

Oh man, get it from Amazon: You Save: $1,605.47 (99%)

u/bidaum92 · 6 pointsr/sysadmin

I've got to ask out of curiosity.

Why won't a Displayport to VGA adapter cable like the below work?
http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-DisplayPort/dp/B005RISB3S/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

u/Retardditard · 6 pointsr/Amd

Right, DVI-I has both digital and analog signals. DVI-D lacks a analog signal. You'll need an active converter. By active, this means there's a DAC used to convert the digital signal to analog. A regular adapter won't work. You should also notice it requires power, in this case from a microUSB cable.

They also make DP to VGA converters

u/002_CCCP · 5 pointsr/crtgaming

Hey all!

This is probably old news for many of you but for those thinking of setting up GroovyMAME with CRT_EmuDriver, do it; you won't be disappointed. It is a little bit of mucking around but the fruits of your labour are well worth it.

Some helpful links that I've collected along the way:

GroovyMAME -- Get the latest GroovyMAME from here. This forum is also pretty active so if you get stuck, you may find someone else in a similar spot as you. A great resource!

CRT_EmuDriver -- Get the latest CRT_EmuDriver versions here. Also has guides for setting up based on your selected hardware / software setup.

Wavebeam Guide -- Excellent and comprehensive guide from Wavebeam detailing the entire setup (including software and hardware requirements). Given that it is over a year old, use it as a reference to give you an idea of what is involved. The hardware aspects are pretty much the same now, but some of the pieces relating to software you will want to seek more up-to-date info.


Buttersoft Windows + CRT / PVM Guide -- buttersoft's supremely thorough thread on hooking your PC up to your CRT / PVM. Lots of great info here.

GroovyMAME Setup Thread -- Recap's thread on setting up GroovyMAME. The guides and posts on the Eiusdemmodi forum are descriptive and thorough. In particular, you should read this post as it has useful information pertaining to audio latency (search for 'PortAudio') and I foolishly missed it the first time and wasted a lot of unnecessary time with ASIO4ALL.

As for my setup, before I begin, I will point out that it is not ideal for someone planning to avoid Windows and boot directly into a MAME frontend. For that, you should really consider a discrete card that be flashed with Calamity's ATOM-15 -- more info here. I went the way I did because I wanted to be able to keep my computer relatively versatile given that I already have a dedicated cabinet.
With that out of the way...I spent probably more than I needed to getting this up and running. I couldn't find a whole lot of info about people who have set this up on relatively "new" hardware. Most people tend to favour older OS's and discrete cards, whereas I was more interested in Windows 10 and an AMD APU based system after reading this post outlining the hardware behind the recent SkyCurser arcade game. Enough waffling on:

  • Case: IN WIN BM643BK18PNU3
  • CPU / GPU: AMD A8-7600 Kaveri
  • Mobo: ASRock A88M-ITX/ac R2.0
  • RAM: Ballistix Elite 4GB Single DDR3 2133 (probably should get another for dual channel)

    It is all hooked up to my Olympus OEV-203 via a VGA to RGBHV cable, with the H/V sync on a BNC Y adaptor (male to dual female). I am just running the audio through the mono speaker on the PVM at the moment using a 3.5mm to RCA cable with a RCA Y splitter.

    Hope this helps some of you. Good luck!
u/Manodactyl · 5 pointsr/buildapc

get a couple display port to VGA adapters. Attempting to use 2 video cards is a tricky situation. I would suggest buying a couple of adapters.

u/charonpdx · 5 pointsr/VintageApple

It won’t boot to the TV out as default - you’ll need to hook up a conventional monitor to set it up. The video output is compatible with standard VGA monitors, you’ll just need a physical plug adapter like this

You’ll also need an ADB- connector keyboard and mouse. They can be found on eBay.

u/PersonNinja · 4 pointsr/VintageApple

A few weeks ago I was given this Macintosh IIsi, the operating condition of which is unknown. The system looks to be fairly clean, I haven't been able to spot any signs of major abuse. I purchased a DB-15 to VGA adapter but unfortunately the only VGA monitor I have at the moment does not detect a signal using this. When the machine is turned on it makes pretty normal computer noises including pretty normal hard drive noises. I tried booting with speakers plugged in and I got the standard startup chime (not the sad Mac death chime). I think that implies that everything should be working fine which leads me to believe that the video output/conversion is the issue here. Does that sound accurate? If so before I put down the cash for an era appropriate Apple display, what are my options for converting that video signal to something usable on a modern display or a CRT television? Has anyone had success with displaying this era of mac on modern displays?

Any constructive input is appreciated. Thanks for your time.

u/dygeron92 · 4 pointsr/crtgaming

For capturing footage from my BVM, I use the XCAPTURE-1, a capturing device made by Micomsoft, the same people who made the XRGB-Mini. It takes in input from any form of video imaginable (except for RF and DisplayPort) and can handle any resolution you can throw at it (it can record from 240p to 1080 at 60fps). However, for RGB, it only takes RGBHV and RGsB (not RGBS), so you might need a sync splitter if you plan to record the RGB output from consoles. For component, you also need two of these, as it only takes in component via D-Terminal. It's expensive ($335), but it's arguably the best recording device in the market.

The way I set it up, I have my BVM, my Sync Strike for splitting up RGBS to RGBHV, my Extron RGB for combining the sync into RGsB (which both the BVM and the XCAPTURE-1 supports), this connector which converts BNC inputs into VGA, and the output of the Extron going into the BVM via BNC cables, with the loop-through going into the XCAPTURE-1 via the VGA connector I just mentioned.

It's very complex and has a lot of abbreviations, I know, but this setup gets me recording from native resolutions at 60 fps with very few frame drops (think around 50 dropped frames an hour). This setup also introduces no input lag on the BVM whatsoever.

u/YMK1234 · 3 pointsr/answers

Aaaah, the raspberry pi has one of those, I recall now. There it's an RCA in a small form, as documented here, but for those cctv systems the pin out may be completely different :/

PS: checking amazon for that, in fact this seems a surprisingly common format (just put in "3.5mm video"), and you can at least get adapters to RCA (like this one), which you then maybe can plug into another adapter to get something more useful.

PS2:

u/DubitousAnubis · 3 pointsr/crtgaming

Crtemudriver already outputs 1 sync(csync) over the hsync pin of vga when you set it to in vmmaker(the program used to configure your allowed modelines). To get it into a pvm all you need is a vga to 5 bnc breakout cable and to plug hsync(first plug after rgb plugs) into the external sync bnc jack. Ex. here:https://www.amazon.com/10Ft-Coaxial-RGBHV-Cable-Ferrites/dp/B01FNAO9O4/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=vga+to+bnc&qid=1570031901&sr=8-6


and here: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Coax-RGBHV-Monitor-Cable/dp/B0033AF5Y0/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=vga+to+bnc&qid=1570031901&sr=8-4

The first one can go right from your video card's vga port into your pvm, the second can go from your vga port to a bnc cable to your pvm or using a vga female to female adapter can connect to a vga cable(which is connected to the video card), then to bnc male to male couplers on your pvm's bnc jacks. You can buy different/cheaper cables those are just examples of what they should look like.


If you have a JVC TM-H or DT-V monitor(or many presentation monitors and some ikegamis) you can just stick with h+v sync and plug all 5 lines in, which is what I do. I have to keep crtemudriver on h+vsync to use a few of my converters/sync processors anyway and my main monitor is a 1950cg. Cheers!

u/John---Titor · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Do you still have the DVI to VGA adapters? The new GPU does not have a VGA interface so you'd have to get an adapter like this one right here

u/DickNervous · 2 pointsr/pcmods

You want to have the output from your computer be able to go to either a monitor OR a TV with a manual switch? That's what is sounds like and I just want to make sure.

For that you would need a VGA Splitter somewhat like this one. You could also use a simple cable splitter like this but the quality would probably suck for any decent resolution, like higher than 1024x768.

u/remotevirusremover · 2 pointsr/techsupport

I believe you can use a DVI to VGA adapter for one monitor and DisplayPort to VGA for the other.

u/IIIOSIRISIII · 2 pointsr/battlestations

Also if you really are interested and only have one video output, you can purchase a usb to vga/hdmi adapter for an additional output.

u/merthsoft · 2 pointsr/Surface

Those are awesome! Purchasing :)

Edit: Shit, that HDMI/DVI/VGA one is sold out :(

Edit2: Aha!

u/IndianaJoenz · 2 pointsr/Retro

It is a Power Mac 9500/150. The video for that model would be in a PCI slot. It is a 15 pin (DB15) connector which you can use with a VGA monitor with an adapter, something like this.

Edit: you'll also want an ADB (Apple Desktop Bus) keyboard and mouse if you don't already have one. They can be found on eBay.

u/eegras · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Cool. So you have a lot of options.

Displayport to HDMI ( my recommendation )

Displayport to VGA

DVI to VGA

You can probably find these at Best Buy too, not these exact ones, but ones that will work.

u/myshtuff · 2 pointsr/dreamcast

Oh cool. Thanks for the info. I shall definitely look into getting one of these now. HIGH DEF JET GRIND RADIO AND SHENMUE!!!! AWWWW YEAH!

So I assume this cable is fine?
http://www.amazon.com/10ft-Resolution-monitor-cable-Male/dp/B0002AHT0M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1300287374&sr=8-1&rps=1

u/gummibear049 · 2 pointsr/AskTechnology

I may be wrong, but I think all you need is the 1st item you linked.


Plug that into the USB C port, then get 1 Displayport to VGA cable, and one VGA cable.


https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Adapter-Benfei-Gold-Plated-Compatible/dp/B01GPMRYNM

u/NarwhalShibboleth · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Yes, though you may need a DisplayPort to VGA cable since I don't know of any GTX 1060s that have a straight VGA output.

For gaming, you might want to at least entertain the idea of building one yourself. It would probably be cheaper and/or net you a better system.

u/cjrobe · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

>Inputs in the 3rd photo are what looks like hd15 sockets (also known as VGA sockets) So unless its a multi res monitor it wont support non VGA consoles.

The VGA connector doesn't guarantee a VGA signal though, especially because it was manufactured in 1987 - S-video and composite can be passed through the connector. For example, this cable is designed to take a signal via the HD15 socket that's already converted to composite/s-video. Also, RGB can be output from that same connector. That combined with the fact that it's an industrial piece and it might not even be a standard pinout makes me unsure. I've never even tested a pinout before, I think it'd be beyond my abilities to be sure that my custom cable was even working.

> Some industrial monitors including most arcade monitors also require an isolation transformer and cannot be plugged directly into a wall outlet.

It actually has an AC wall plug, visible in photo #2. I didn't notice that before. The neck board is concerning though, but it also looks surprisingly clean.

> I personally would not bother unless you really want a CRT VGA monitor and have a suitible case to house it in to make it safe. hope that helps!

I think it'd make a neat monitor for a custom arcade.

I think I'm heading there to pick up a vintage computer anyway, so I might see if they'll let me plug it in or something when I'm there.

u/CrossedZebra · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Your 710 is DVI-D.

But your mobo has HDMI and Displayport (You said DVI above, but spec sheets says Displayport) which is good, but doublecheck your mobo physically.

Displayport supports native VGA, so you can just get a cable like this - https://www.amazon.com/Benfei-DisplayPort-Display-Gold-Plated-Lenovo/dp/B01GPMRYNM

Then you can connect VGA to VGA on your 710 to monitor 1, and DP to VGA from your mobo to monitor 2.

u/majoroutage · 2 pointsr/buildapc

DisplayPort actually does support a VGA signal. It should be a passive adapter.

Here you go.

EDIT. Now I'm not so sure it's passive. It really should be. But it seems DACs really have gotten that small. Ugh.

u/senorroboto · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Running a 2nd monitor (but only gaming on the primary monitor) barely affects power usage.

You would want a 2x6-pin to 1x8-pin: https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-6-Pin-Female-8-Pin-Cable/dp/B00M49SELW

u/jackthetexan · 2 pointsr/HelpMeFind

Ah.. that always dupes me. Here is what you need. Db15 to VGA.

Edit: Amazon link

u/dak01 · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

All of the units you mentioned are "Computer-Video Interfaces", you can see the full list of them here.


Initially I used them for that purpose. Helping to connect a PC to my PVM. (using CRT_emudriver) However they can be used for other things as well.


The most useful feature being the ability to center the image easily with H and V adjustments. Both H and V controls are only available in some models like 201, 202, 203, 302. Basically the Rxi line, and also the 302.


The Extron RGB 203 Rxi has been mentioned in a lot in forums so people seem to want that one (inflating the price) but the only difference between the 203 and the 201 is it has 3 inputs instead of 1. Get the 201 if you don't need them.


I like to take the output from my Crosspoint switch and run it through the interface, then in to monitor.

Crosspoint-> Extron RGB -> Monitor

This way all of the signals from the Crosspoint go through the interface, and can adjusted.

Regarding ADSP vs Enhance ADSP:

> ADSP™ - Advanced Digital Sync Processing — An Extron exclusive technology that > provides all-digital processing of sync signals, eliminating compatibility issues
> encountered when using analog sync processing with digital display devices.


> Enhanced ADSP™ — An Extron exclusive technology that provides all-digital
> processing of sync signals, eliminating compatibility issues encountered when using > analog sync processing with digital display devices.

I can't tell the difference other than Enhanced ADSP being in the later models.

More importantly you will find yourself using the DDSP switch to fix sync issues.

> DDSP™ - Digital Display Sync Processing — Allows the sync signal to pass through > without altering sync pulse or width. Disables other sync processing features such > as horizontal and vertical centering.

If you get BNC female to female adapters along with a VGA to BNC breakout cable you can plug anything in to it.

u/nuttertools · 2 pointsr/techsupport

The projector will have [VGA] (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cc/VGA_port.jpg), [DVI] (http://www.playtool.com/pages/dvicompat/sldldvi.jpg), or [HDMI] (http://3dvision-blog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/hdmi-female-connector.jpg) input for video, chances are it is VGA. Of course I advise checking the projector and computer first, but you probably need [this adapter] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00R3Q6BHK) and [this cable] (http://www.amazon.com/VGA-VGA-Standard-15-Pin-Male-Cable/dp/B0002AHT0M).
To check first look at the ports on your Mac and find one a [thunderbolt or mini display port] (http://cnet1.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2011/03/15/b3ef9868-fdba-11e2-8c7c-d4ae52e62bcc/resize/370xauto/bd20b9374d092f0819736fc7d21d21fd/ThunderboltVSDisplayPort.png). Now check the projector for a [VGA] (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cc/VGA_port.jpg) port. There may already be a cable plugged in heading back to the instructors area, either rigged to hang somewhere, or properly routed to a wall jack with that connector on it.
Edit: these to thunderbolt or mdp

u/ifrit05 · 2 pointsr/VintageApple

If you can't find it here's one pretty cheap:

https://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-02902-Female-Adapter/dp/B0002J1JAE

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u/MamaTran · 2 pointsr/battlestations

That is correct! I have a [DVI 24+1 to VGA Male](Active DVI to VGA, CableDeconn 6FT DVI 24+1 DVI-D M to VGA Male With Chip Active Adapter Converter Cable for PC DVD Monitor HDTV https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQFRIJM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_icWNAbFG5RWA5) connecting the middle monitor to my tower. I primarily use MT middle monitor for the Switch.

u/Rethread · 2 pointsr/linuxmint

You might have better luck with physical converter from one of your dvi-i outputs down to VGA and then a converter for VGA to S-video.

Something like this to convert digital to analogue, and also something like this to get your TV output.

No idea about linux working with this seeing the TV resolution or anything at all really might have to manually set it. No driver ready fixes I could find. Good Luck though :)

u/Z-P-G · 2 pointsr/hackintosh

The WiFi card you linked to is the AzureWave AW-CE123H. This is a good macOS-compatible card, however the X230 will not boot with this card installed unless you modify the BIOS to remove the whitelist.

There is a macOS-compatible WiFi card that will work with the X230 BIOS whitelist, however. Lenovo part number 20002357 is an Atheros AR5B95 card that will clear the X230 whitelist check and also work with macOS. There is a discussion about this card here. It is available on eBay here for $7.79.

I'm currently using this card in macOS 10.15 Catalina on an X230 using the installation guide by Jack zhang here. The only additional step to enable this WiFi card is to add the IO80211Family.kext here to the EFI partition in EFI/CLOVER/kexts/Other.

The D-sub (VGA) connector on the X230 does not work under macOS. You could potentially get it working with a framebuffer patch that reassigns the DVI port from the dock connector, but this would be fairly complicated to configure. It would be easier to use a Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter like this.

As Seres_ already mentioned, an additional 4GB of RAM would probably be a good idea.

u/aarons6 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

you need one of these
https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-6-Pin-Female-8-Pin-Cable/dp/B00M49SELW

or a new power supply.. if its really old.

u/SourerDiesel · 2 pointsr/survivor

As far as getting the episodes onto your tv, it's going to depend on what type of computer you have and what inputs you have on your tv.

A lot of newer computers have HDMI outs and if your TV has an HDMI in it's as straight forward as just connecting the two with an HDMI cord.

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If the computer is older, there is a good chance you have an S-Video out. Assuming your TV has an S-Video in, you'll need an S-Video cord.

If your computer doesn't have an S-Video or HDMI out, it definitely has a VGA out. VGA doesn't convert well to standard TV in's but there is a chance, if your TV is newer, that it will have a VGA in. If it does, you can connect with a VGA cord.

If none of the above options work and you're really desperate you can use a VGA to HDMI converter which is pricey. Obviously, your TV would need an HDMI in.

Now, the three solutions below the hyphens are only for video. For Audio you're going to need to run out of your headphone jack which can be done with a cord like this. You'll need to make sure that you match the audio cords to the video channel (the video jacks and corresponding audio jacks are usually next to each other on the TV). If you have a separate speaker system, you can also run the sound straight into that.

u/nickolove11xk · 2 pointsr/stocktonca

Haha its ok. hope you didn't get it from best buy. $5 lol

u/echokrush · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Do you mean something like this?

u/jvkk · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

It's this adapter: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B005H3Q56I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't know what changed, but it seems to be holding its settings now.

u/teleporterdown · 2 pointsr/n64

I used something similar to hook up my ps2 to a vga monitor. They work fine. Mine had a bunch of settings you could adjust, like the aspect ratio and such.


Do not buy rca to vga cable, they are rip offs and straight do not work. Like this


You need a converter box, like the one /u/uber_mike linked to. But essentially that's all you'll need.


EDIT: I would recommend something like this, a little more expensive but I think it's better overall. Full audio /visual inputs and it looks like it has adjustable settings for video.

u/Intenseforevr · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

No, I've used this for a year

u/fxsoap · 1 pointr/Monitors

Yes you can, the display port needs an adapter. I was in the exact same spot about 2 weeks ago and found that out with my old CRT.

Don't screw around with an adapter for DVI-D to vga.

You'll get better picture with Display to VGA. Go online or buy it local!

u/patleeman · 1 pointr/StandingDesks
u/NotReallyCoolGuy · 1 pointr/Surface

I would think just using a Mini DisplayPort (male) to VGA (female) adapter alongside attaching the computer speakers to your Surface through the headphone jack would be the most cost effective and straightforward way to make this happen.

u/sk9592 · 1 pointr/buildapc

You can if fact connect two VGA monitors to a GTX 750 TI. However, it will require buying two difference adaptors. One of them is cheap and passive, the other is pricier and active.

You will need a cheap DVI to VGA adaptor such as this one:

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411602731&sr=8-1&keywords=dvi+to+vga

And you will need a more expensive DisplayPort to VGA adaptor which is active:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DisplayPort-Adapter/dp/B005H3Q56I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411602844&sr=8-1&keywords=displayport+to+vga

u/johnnybags · 1 pointr/Vive

You absolutely can run a GTX 1080 if you were running a GTX 970 before.

This adapter should be all you need.

u/yupumad · 1 pointr/computer
u/ckpjr · 1 pointr/whatisthisthing

Small end is definitely Mini DisplayPort, so without seeing the larger end, my guess is Mini DisplayPort to VGA.

Edit: link to one

u/Not__Even_Once · 1 pointr/crtgaming

Head here: http://geedorah.com/eiusdemmodi/forum/viewtopic.php?id=295
and get an AMD card that's in the supported cards list. Obviously the newer ones will have more power, but I've read roughly HD 5000 series and up is generally good. Also use this link to grab crt emudriver.

Make sure you have a DVI-I to VGA adapter, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

Next, get a VGA to 5BNC connector. Something like this, although https://www.amazon.com/Coax-HD15-RGBHV-Monitor-Cable/dp/B0033AF5Y0, although shop around if you want one with higher user reviews, that one has about 3 stars for some reason.

You can roughly follow this guide: http://geedorah.com/eiusdemmodi/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=1052#p1052

Although note that you won't have to disconnect your LCD display/main display while you install CRT emudriver. That's how I did it. I still have my main monitor connected and the crt emudriver monitor is a second monitor.

u/BitesOverKissing · 1 pointr/buildapc

I have a really old monitor that I wanted to use as my second monitor, however it only has VGA.

This is the gpu that i have. Is it really as simple as plugging a litte adapter to the displayport on the card and then using the VGA cord to connect it to the monitor?

u/GingerDan115 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

If it's talking about a analogue signal, its most likely talking about a VGA cable they are normally blue and look this this - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-VGA-Cable-1-8-black/dp/B01KRLYPNE

They can be a bit temperamental so just double check the connection is correct also check the pins on the cable as they can bent easily. If you using a different cable say a hdmi check the source the monitor is on as old monitors don't swap automatically.

u/zamadatix · 1 pointr/Windows10

Probably not but no reason not to try.

DisplayPort outputs on GPUs are backwards compatible with VGA, DVI, and HDMI with passive adapters i.e. for around 8 dollars you can buy a dumb piece of metal that puts the pins in the right place for VGA and it'll work the same as running VGA over a DVI port would.

u/imadethis2014 · 1 pointr/techsupport

You'll want DisplayPort to VGA: http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DisplayPort-Adapter/dp/B005H3Q56I

HDMI to VGA is not a simple/cheap adapter, it's an expensive converter box because HDMI does not contain the analog signal/pins, only digital.

u/e60deluxe · 1 pointr/techsupport

yes you can only use it one one DVI port.

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DisplayPort-Adapter/dp/B005H3Q56I/

get that.

u/makingwaronthecar · 1 pointr/VintageApple

Actually, something like this is pretty much all you need to use your new Mac with any PC monitor made in the last two decades that has a VGA port. You will, however, also need an ADB keyboard and mouse.

u/longshot2025 · 1 pointr/techsupport

Your computer probably has a VGA output for video. Looks like this. If your TV has a matching input, you're good to go.

Just about every flatscreen TV has HDMI input too, although only some computers have that built in, and probably not the one you describe.

If your TV is older, it may not have a VGA or HDMI port. In that case it's a little harder because I don't know of any reliable converters. Odds are though that a relatively recent TV will have a VGA input, so that's where you should start.

PS: hooking up a computer to a TV is the same, regardless of how you want to use it.

u/NimrodGenocide · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

You're going to want something like this.

But if you want the best experience, upgrade your monitor when you're able.

u/PhoenixReborn · 1 pointr/buildapc

And you're sure the PSU cables don't have an extra 2 pin hanging off? Something like this would work.

https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-6-Pin-Female-8-Pin-Cable/dp/B00M49SELW

Some GPUs come with this included

u/giantfood · 1 pointr/techsupport

Assuming you are using an Intel processor, you could try updating Intel drivers.

Otherwise if its an AMD processor you could find out what the gpu in the processor is and update it.

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But I myself would buy an adapter to go from Display port to VGA adapter. This would give you the performance of your Video card on your Cintiq.

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For instance:

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https://www.amazon.com/VicTsing-Gold-plated-DisplayPort-Adapter-Converter/dp/B06VWCB587/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1535836939&sr=1-4&keywords=displayport+to+vga&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011

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or even a Display port to VGA cable like this one:

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https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-DisplayPort-VGA-Feet/dp/B005RISB3S/ref=sr_1_7?s=electronics&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1535836979&sr=1-7&keywords=displayport+to+vga&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011

u/Osuets · 1 pointr/buildapc

My bad. linked the wrong thing...I meant THIS

u/A12yoredditkid · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitch

Ok.

"port replicator

A device used to quickly connect multiple peripherals to a laptop. The monitor, printer, network, keyboard and mouse are permanently plugged into the port replicator, which connects to the laptop via the USB port."

Said so : CableDeconn Big Displayport Dp to Hdmi/dvi/vga Male to Female 3-in-1 Adattatore Convertitore Cavo https://www.amazon.it/dp/B00R7UK4S4/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_kv4nzbP5QRNTY

Yes. Very expensive.

u/disord3r · 1 pointr/computers

I think each of the 8-pin connectors is the equivalent of 2 6-pin connectors. So if they've only given you those two, it really seems as though this power supply was not designed to put out as much power as the card is looking to draw.

But since there are various sources of 12v power coming out of your power supply there may also various ways of adapting them around. Just like you can combine 2 6-pin into an 8-pin, you might have some 2x2 4-pin connectors or 4x1 4-pin connectors (designed for things like additional motherboard power, floppy and HDD and SATA power, etc) that you can adapt into the missing 12v.

Keep in mind that if you do manage to get the 2 8-pin connectors you need, you'll likely be draining every last watt out of your power supply and operating it at 100% output all the time. This will severely shorten its life if it's not a top-notch piece of equipment.

u/Jam_Bam_52 · 1 pointr/VintageApple

Try this: https://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-02902-Female-Adapter/dp/B0002J1JAE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541120592&sr=8-3&keywords=db-15+to+vga&dpID=416X4KEsUUL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
I bought one of these for a power mac G3, it seems to work without any dip switches. I got mine as cheap as 9$ w/shipping because it was "damaged" (one piece of plastic was slightly melted, couldn't even notice). Also works with my LC III, so i think unless your model has some known issue with monitor adapters this should work.

u/retrocomputix · 1 pointr/buildapc

AFAIK video cards still often come with a passive DVI-I to VGA adapter. However, you can find one here.

A DP to VGA converter can be found here.

u/Jotokun · 1 pointr/raspberry_pi

IIRC, that's not VGA. Apple used a proprietary DA-15 connector up until around the time the G4 came out. VGA adapters for them do exist.

u/mistakenotmy · 1 pointr/projectors

What adaptor are you using?

The software above is for DisplayLink not DisplayPort. They are very different things. DisplayLink uses USB, it is also in my experience very finicky. Whatever installing that is doing to make DisplayPort work is probably accidental.

What model Macbook Pro? Does it have Thunderbolt 2/miniDisplayPort on it. Then a new adaptor may be in order. Like this: https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Benfei-Thunderbolt-Compatible-SurfacePro/dp/B0795NH9Z2

Be aware though the other part of your problem is going to be HDCP. I don't know about BBC iPlayer, but Netflix and Amazon will enforce HDCP so will not allow output over analog outputs (like VGA) for copy protection reasons. So even if you get it working for some things, those certainly won't. Fairly sure iTunes always enforces HDCP with its content as well.

If those media sources are your main use case, then getting a new projector with HDMI is your best option.

u/Dante-Alighieri · 1 pointr/buildapc

You can get adapters for that. However, it would appear that PSU is a standard ATX PSU instead of a proprietary one, it would probably be smarter to upgrade it to something a little better. The CXm is a decent budget line, but the Focus Gold/Gold+ or SuperNOVA G2/G3/GS lines are better, more expensive options.

u/ChaoticxSerenity · 1 pointr/techsupport

> I cannot connect the other cables into the GPU (Please do not ask me why).

Damn, now I really want to know lol

Anyway, can't you just get a splitter?

u/zo0i · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

I wouldn't see why not ! But yea, if you have two outlets on your video card, just use this it's what I have at work.

u/F1r3spray · 1 pointr/applehelp

Neither of those would work. The first one is a thunderbolt connector, the second is a full size display port connector. Best bet is just mini dp to vga or mini dp to dvi. Mini Displayport to VGA Cable, CableDeconn Thunderbolt Port Compatible Mini DP to VGA Male to Female Adapter Converter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00R7UKYMU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_HGhJzb1YT60RM
Mini DP to DVI, CableCreation 3 Feet Gold Mini Displayport (Thunderbolt Port Compatible) to DVI Cable for Mac Book, Imac and More, 0.9 Meter/ Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FM51ZTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dJhJzb49P7GTS
Either of these would work.

u/dasiffy · 1 pointr/Monitors

The multiple desktops on multiple screens is handled by the windows software. However... each video output, is treated separately. I don't think you can have two separate signals on the same hdmi port. So you will need another adapter.

You have a HDMI port that you can use with the adapter you already own, and you'll have to either buy a mini-displayport to VGA adapter ( something like this ), and/or you can buy a USB to VGA adapter ( something like this ).

u/notnotworking · 1 pointr/computers

It looks like that is an active adapter and that may be the issue. You may want to try a dumb adapter like this one to see if it makes a difference. I think what they mean by 'industry standard' is a dumb versus active connector but I can't be sure.

Have you let the PC fully boot (not just show BIOS) and see if it comes on once windows starts to load/loads mostly up?

Maybe try e-mailing nVidia's support to see if they have a supported list?

Is there any particular reason you are using that card? It's not useful for much.

u/Kieji · 1 pointr/techsupport

Yeah I'd still suggest not having that many monitors hooked up to your laptop or else it will become very slow. You can try it with a VGA splitter like this one http://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-P516-001-Monitor-Splitter/dp/B00083Y4B0 but I would highly suggest having a max of one additional monitor.

u/BamaDillert · 1 pointr/techsupport
u/username-rage · 1 pointr/AskElectronics

Actually, this cable: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Coax-RGBHV-Monitor-Cable/dp/B0033AF5Y0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1347165594&sr=8-6&keywords=bnc+to+vga

looks like it does have H and V sync.

I only ask because I didn't know if going from RGB to VGA was the same as going from RGB to component as in simply connecting the to via adapter won't work since they aren't electrically the same.

u/randomstranger454 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Your DVI ports are DVI-D and don't support passive adapters to VGA as they are missing some pins. If you want to connect a VGA monitor you will have to buy an active adapter DVI-D to VGA or HDMI to VGA or DisplayPort to VGA.

u/TopChronic · 1 pointr/computers

Also what are those called so I can search what cable I have to buy. As you can tell I computer.

Edit: would this work? https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01MQFRIJM/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_Xs--AbENXY6RW

u/WendigosInSpeedos · 1 pointr/techsupport

He said it's DVI-I.

So if I plug the N64 RCA cables into this RCA to VGA Adapter, then connect that to this VGA to DVI-I cable, and plug that cable into the projector, it'd work? It does make me nervous that there are a lot of bad reviews for RCA to VGA adapters...

u/DaedalusInGame · 1 pointr/windows

here's the adapter it makes no mention of being active.

u/Yayafication · 1 pointr/battlestations

the box is empty now... and currently resides in the trash can. This is what came in it though... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H3Q56I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Norther_Winslow · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/gnarlytech · 1 pointr/bapcsalescanada

Thats not the right cable.

You need the exact opposite- two 6 pin to one 6+2 pin (8 pin). The one you linked is designed for miners and will risk causing a fire if used improperly.

Edit: something like this (obviously the price is wrong) https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M49SELW

u/pineapple_mango · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I thought it would work but it didn't

I did buy used but it amazon fulfillment. I know the vga and monitor work just fine because I tested it on a hdmi adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CX27190/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought an display port one on amazon hours earlier today and am debating if I should get a converter one too because I am just not sure lol.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SWEZXOY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


I wonder if it was just a bad wire?

u/The_Maddeath · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

It will still be pretty cheap, I picked up one of these for $8 to use my old monitor as a secondary monitor and it works great.

u/blacksoxing · 1 pointr/techsupport

Yep, you talked me off the HDMI ledge.

I think I was overthinking this possibly, as looking at her desktop resolution right now....she's 1024x768, and I'm sure it's because of her eyesight. It looks very unnatural to me. While I would want her to be able to achieve more 'natural' resolutions w/her new CPU....

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H3I38G/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1AMUYYA3CT6HJ

+

Two of these (if I would have known, I would have grabbed two of these from my office and saved her $12!!!!)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006HXUXRY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A29DCW10EDCQGB

I'll just connect all of this up, get her some el cheapo speakers or let her use the internal speakers in the desktop, and be done w/it. That way she can extend it if she wanna, or she can duplicate it.

u/G_F_Y · 0 pointsr/cordcutters

VGA is component essentially. Get this: http://www.amazon.com/HDE%C2%AE-VGA-RCA-Component-Cable/dp/B0096TTOHG and add a standard audio cable to match your laptop's headphone out.

u/Mysterymender · -1 pointsr/pcmasterrace

What's that one for then? I even went back and found an adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/VGA-RGB-Cable-Male-1-8m/dp/B0096TTOHG

Nevermind its the other way around.

u/fuhgeddaboudme · -6 pointsr/thinkpad
u/ToothyBeeJs · -16 pointsr/homelab

Rankie VGA to VGA Cable, 6 Feet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KRLYPNE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SHBTDbD9HWN3S

IDE 40-Pin Male to Female Hard Drive Extension Cable 6 inch Flat Ribbon Cord for 3.5" PATA HDD (39 Pin + 1x Empty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IZOOUGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pHBTDbHGGYCZ0