StarTech.com USB-C to DVI Adapter - Dual-Link Video Converter

Introducing the StarTech.com USB-C to DVI Adapter, the ultimate solution for bridging modern USB-C devices with legacy DVI displays. This active, digital-only converter is engineered for professionals who demand precise image quality, broad compatibility, and dependable performance in a compact form factor. Whether you’re working on CAD designs, graphic editing, software development, or multi-monitor setups, this USB-C to DVI-D dual-link adapter delivers crystal-clear video up to the most demanding resolutions, while preserving color accuracy and sharp detail across your workflow. The adapter is purpose-built to harness USB-C’s versatility and reliably convert video signals to DVI-D dual-link, enabling seamless display output from laptops, tablets, and other USB-C-enabled devices.

• Dual-link DVI output up to 2560x1600 at 60 Hz provides expansive screen real estate for design work, multi-monitor dashboards, and detailed data visualization, ensuring crisp, artifact-free imagery on high-resolution displays.
• Active digital conversion guarantees robust compatibility between USB-C hosts and DVI-D displays, delivering dependable signal integrity and consistent color performance across a wide range of monitors.
• Plug-and-play simplicity — connect the USB-C end to a supported host (with DisplayPort Alt Mode) and attach your DVI cable to the display. In most setups, no external power is required, minimizing desk clutter and setup time.
• Portable, durable design featuring a compact footprint and solid construction that fits easily in a laptop bag or pocket, making it ideal for on-the-go professionals who need reliable, high-quality video output wherever they work.
• Broad OS compatibility and future-ready versatility supports Windows, macOS, and Linux systems equipped with USB-C Alt Mode, enabling flexible deployment across teams, devices, and evolving workstation configurations.

Technical Details of StarTech.com USB-C to DVI Adapter

• Interface: USB-C (host) to DVI-D dual-link (display)
• Video output: DVI-D dual-link, up to 2560x1600 @ 60 Hz
• Technology: Active conversion from USB-C to DVI-D
• Compatibility requirements: USB-C port with DisplayPort Alternate Mode or Thunderbolt 3/4 support
• Signal type: Digital-only interface; no analog/DVI-A signals or audio carried over DVI in this configuration

how to install StarTech.com USB-C to DVI Adapter

1) Identify a USB-C port on your computer that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode or Thunderbolt 3/4. 2) Insert the USB-C end of the adapter into the available USB-C port. 3) Connect your monitor to the adapter’s DVI-D dual-link port using a standard DVI-D cable. 4) Power on the monitor and ensure its input is set to DVI. 5) Power on your computer if it isn’t already running; the operating system should automatically recognize the new display and begin extending or mirroring as configured. If prompted, install any recommended updates or drivers to optimize performance and color accuracy. The setup is designed to be straightforward, enabling quick configuration for presentations, demos, or daily professional work.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by this adapter?

  A: The adapter supports up to 2560x1600 at 60 Hz on DVI-D dual-link displays, enabling detailed, sharp visuals for graphic design, data visualization, and content creation.

• Q: Do I need external power for this adapter?

  A: In most cases, the adapter is bus-powered through the USB-C connection and does not require an external power source. Some configurations or display combinations may benefit from additional power, but it is not typically necessary.

• Q: Which devices are compatible?

  A: Compatibility includes USB-C hosts that provide DisplayPort Alternate Mode (such as many modern laptops and tablets) and DVI-D displays. It is designed to work across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments that support USB-C video output.

• Q: Can this adapter carry audio?

  A: No. This digital-only adapter outputs video via DVI-D and does not transmit audio signals.

• Q: Is this adapter suitable for multi-monitor setups?

  A: It’s ideal for connecting a single USB-C source to a high-resolution DVI display. For multi-monitor configurations, you would typically rely on the host computer’s capabilities and additional video outputs to drive more displays.