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FAQ: How do I go from DVI to VGA?

DataPro News > Questions
December 05, 2007 

We're often asked how to go from DVI to VGA, or vice-versa. Here's a quick guide to help you with your video setup.

 

WHICH DVI CONNECTOR DO I HAVE?

Identifying which type of DVI connector you have is critical when determining how to connect DVI to VGA. The following images can help you determine which type of DVI port you have:

 

DVI-D Single Link DVI-A DVI-I Single Link
Digital Only Analog Only Digital & Analog
Two sets of nine pins, and a solitary flat blade One set of eight pins and one set of four pins, with four contacts around the blade Two sets of nine pins and four contacts around the blade
 
DVI-D Dual Link   DVI-I Dual Link
Digital Only   Digital & Analog
 
Three rows of eight pins and a solitary flat blade   Three rows of eight pins and four contacts around the blade

 

WHICH PRODUCT DO I NEED?

 

If you're still confused about which product to buy, our DVI cable guide has an easy-to-use chart to help you find the right cable for you. Or feel free to give us a call if you have any questions. We're happy to help you get the cables you need!