VGA

The abbreviation “VGA” is instantly labeled as “old technology,” which is not incorrect. Having made its foray into the industry in 1987, VGA has undoubtedly been around for quite some time. VGA uses analog signals in the world that has shifted to digital connection standards years ago. Although an analog signal does not undergo processing …

Picture this: you want to connect your PC to your monitor.  When you check your computer’s ports, it only has VGA. But for your monitor, it only has a DVI port available.  So what do you do? The fastest option is to utilize the DVI port of your monitor by using an adapter that will …

Whether you’re gaming or working from home, having a dual display for your computer significantly improves your productivity and efficiency. But can you use DisplayPort and VGA at the same time for dual monitors?  In this article, we answer common questions about dual displays and the connectors used to power them. Keep reading for more …

Are you investing in a new monitor and are wondering if your VGA cable can still do the trick to get you visually connected? The most common manufactured monitors that you would find these days come in a resolution 1920×1080 with various connection ports. With that said, would VGA manage to support 1920×1080 resolution? While …

Most electronic devices like monitors, computers, or laptops use various connectors and cables to transfer data. VGA cables are one of the most popular and important ones, and most modern technologies are compatible with VGA cables. These cables are still used despite the release of newer digital interfaces. After all, VGA cables are still vital …

When it comes to supplying power from a monitor and PC, you may already know that a DisplayPort has a unique ability to support and supply power to an external display adapter. With that said, could VGA cables supply power in any sense? VGA ports are signaling specifications and are not designed to carry power …

Video Graphics Array, better known by its acronym VGA, is an old analog interface technology still utilized by many PC users today to connect their motherboards to their monitors.  Digital interface technology, like HDMI, is taking over as the primary media interface, as opposed to analog interface technology, which is fading out. Despite analog interface …

When it comes to monitors and their refresh rates, the most common thought that would go through your mind would be the smooth experience of 144Hz and more. However, you may be wondering what VGA could do on the face of it being analog and not digital; that said, could VGA at least support 75Hz?  …

These days, 1440p resolution has grown in popularity for gaming, streaming series, and high-quality editing. With that said, you’ll notice that these capable monitors come with a selection of ports, and some of them include a VGA port. In light of that, can the standard VGA cable support 1440p resolution?  Original VGA cables have a …

A VGA (Video Graphics Array) cable can be used to create a display connection between a TV or monitor and another device, such as a computer. However, you may be wondering how long VGA cables last. Here is all you need to know!  Consumers generally have few issues with VGA cables. Under ideal usage conditions, …

To connect your laptop computer to an external monitor, you need I/O (input-output) ports such as DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort. But the connecting standard that pretty much started it all was VGA. It laid the foundation for the ports after it, including HDMI and DP. VGA is now considered archaic in the tech world but …

With many modern devices supporting HDMI, it’s not unusual to find yourself wanting to connect a VGA output to an HDMI display. VGA to HDMI converters provide a practical solution that makes a VGA to HDMI connection possible. The information below seeks to answer the questions you may have about VGA to HDMI converters/adapters, including …

Video Graphics Array (VGA) is a widespread connector for video output from computers and laptops to TV screens or a projector, among other display devices. Unfortunately, not all display monitors have VGA ports, as some use RCA connections to transfer data. The reason why there is a need for VGA to RCA cables. However, a …

Ever had the headache of connecting two devices with different display ports? Due to the ever-changing electronic designs, this problem is bound to increase. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) to Video Graphic Array (VGA) connection is the most common electronic problem people encounter. USB is the standard port used on electronics today. Though the port …

VGA (Video Graphics Array) cables rose in popularity in the 1980s. These cables, which are commonly used in computer setups, are used to establish a video connection between a display and another device, such as a computer. However, are VGA cables universal?  VGA cables are not universal. As VGA connectors are gendered, cables can vary …

The VGA connector is a popular means of transmitting video signals. Despite its known disadvantages, it has remained an option on many video devices.  Is this technology on the verge of going obsolete? Yes!  There are newer connectors with better video transfer technologies fast taking over the electronics markets. However, a lot of new TVs …

Have you ever tried to plug in every single cable and turn on your computer just to be met with a blank monitor and the words “VGA No Signal”? It can be frustrating and confusing, especially when everything seems to be plugged in and ready to go. First, let’s understand what the message means. When …

What better way to keep your eyes off loads of work and stress than watching your favorite movie or streaming a film? The VGA technology makes this possible by providing a link between your computer and an output medium; It offers effective analog video signal transmission. If this is your first time hearing about a …

Both VGA and DVI connectors transmit video signals from a source device to a display device. Even though they work pretty much the same way, at least from a user’s point of view, there are a couple of differences that set them apart — aside from the fact that VGA carries analog signals while DVI …

VGA is a very common type of video signal found in many projectors and computers. It stands for Video Graphics Array. VGA is a video-only signal, meaning no audio signal is transmitted through. If you’ve ever tried connecting your old projector to a laptop or an old desktop, you’ve most likely come across a VGA …