Cables and their functions / speeds

 0    27 flashcards    starakoza
download mp3 print play test yourself
 
Question Answer
VGA (Video Graphics Array)
start learning
DB-15 connector
Analog signal No digital Image degrades after 5 to 10 meters
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
start learning
Video and audio stream
• All digital, no analog • ~ 20 meter distance before losing too much signal
miniHDMI
start learning
miniHDMI
• Type C connector • Designed for smaller devices
DisplayPort
start learning
VESA standard
-Data is sent in packetized form like Ethernet and PCI Express -Compatible with HDMI and DVI
DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
start learning
Single and dual link
• Single link; 3.7 Gbps (HDTV at 60 fps) • Dual link; 7.4 Gbps (HDTV at 85 fps)
DVI-A
start learning
Analog signals
DVI-D
start learning
Digital signals
DVI-I
start learning
Integrated
• Digital and analog in the same connector
Lightning cable
start learning
Apple proprietary
• Higher power output for phones and tablets • Can be inserted either way • Simpler design, more durable
Thunderbolt
start learning
High-speed serial connector
• Data and power on the same cable • Based on Mini DisplayPort (MDP) standard
Thunderbolt v1
start learning
Two channels
• 10 Gbit/s per channel • 20 Gbit/s total throughput • Mini DisplayPort connector
Thunderbolt v2
start learning
Thunderbolt v2
20 Gbit/s aggregated channels Mini DisplayPort connector
Thunderbolt v3
start learning
•40 Gbit/s aggregated throughput
USB-C connectorn, Maximum 3 meters (copper),60 meters (optical), daisy-chain up to 6 devices
USB 1.1
start learning
USB 1.1
• Low speed: 1.5 megabits per second, 3 meters • Full speed: 12 megabits per second, 5 meters
USB 2.0
start learning
USB 2.0
480 megabits per second, 5 meters
USB 3.0
start learning
USB 3.0
• 5 gigabits per second, ~3 meters • Standard does not specify a cable length
USB 3.1
start learning
USB 3.1
• SuperSpeed+ • 10 Gbit/sec
USB 3.2
start learning
USB 3.2
• SuperSpeed+ over a USB-C connector • 10 Gbit/sec and 20 Gbit/sec
USB-C
start learning
One connector to rule them all
USB-C isn’t necessarily USB 3.1 • The cable must support the function • USB 3.1 speeds • Power delivery (> 7.5 watts) • Alternate mode (additional data wires)
DB-9 serial cable connector
start learning
D-sub
Used for modems, printers, mice, networking
SATA (Serial AT Attachment)
start learning
SATA (Serial AT Attachment)
• SATA Revision 1.0 • SATA 1.5 Gbit/s, 1 meter • SATA Revision 2.0 • SATA 3.0 Gbit/s, 1 meter • SATA Revision 3.0 • SATA 6.0 Gbit/s, 1 meter • SATA Revision 3.2 • SATA 16 Gbit/s, 1 meter
RJ11
start learning
RJ11
RJ-11 is the common connector for plugging a telephone into the wall and the handset into the telephone.
BNC connector
start learning
BNC connector
connector is a miniature quick connect / disconnect radio frequency connector used for coaxial cable.
F-connector
start learning
F-connector
used for "over the air" terrestrial television, cable television and universally for satellite television
eSATA and SATA connectors
start learning
eSATA and SATA connectors
eSATA is a SATA connector accessible from outside the computer, to provide a signal (but not power) connection for external storage devices.
Molex connector
start learning
Molex connector
Molex is a legacy plug that most things don't use anymore, but certain components (e.g. coolers and lighting) still use it
TRRS
TIP-RING-RING-SLEEVE (JACK)
start learning
TRRS
connect audio devices, head seats etc.

You must sign in to write a comment