Identify common PC connector types and associated cables.

Identification should include, but not be limited to, the following:

  • Display connector types
    • DVI-D
    • DVI-I
    • DVI-A
    • DisplayPort
    • Radio Corporation of America (RCA)
    • HD15 (i.e., DE15 or DB15)
    • Bayonet-Neill-Concelman or British Naval Connector (BNC)
    • Mini HDMI
    • Mini Din6

  • Display cable types
    • HDMI
    • DVI
    • VGA
    • Component
    • Composite
    • Coaxial

  • Device cables and connectors
    • SATA
    • eSATA
    • USB
    • FireWire (IEEE1394)
    • Personal System/2 (PS/2)
    • Audio

  • Adapters and convertors
    • DVI to HDMI
    • USB A to USB B
    • USB to Ethernet
    • DVI to VGA
    • Thunderbolt to DVI
    • PS/2 to USB
    • HDMI to VGA

Process/Skill Questions: 

  • What kinds of adapters can be plugged in?
  • What are the advantages of digital connector vs. analog connector?
  • What are the differences between the various DVI types?