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Choosing the Right Cable for Connecting a Monitor to a Computer | SF Cable

 It’s not rocket science to know how to connect a monitor to a computer, or CPU, to be precise. But it sure is rocket science when you want to get the desired resolution and computer prowess. The key to getting the results you want is to pay attention to the computer cables you are using to connect the two. Since we clearly know a lot about cable connectors, we will be answering this age-old question: "What is the computer cord that connects a computer to a monitor?" in context of you getting the 4K resolution that you’ve always wanted or the computing prowess for your gaming. Of course, the answer to this question will be either a  computer cord  or cable connectors. But the main question here that we would be answering is which computer cord or which cable connector. You can also connect an external monitor to your existing desktop or laptop, but before investing, make sure to check the back of your computer or the sides of the laptop for the right ports. The most co...

Upgrade Your Computer Setup with High-Quality Computer Cables from SFCable

 If you're looking for high-quality computer cables that are reliable, durable, and affordable, then SF Cable is your go-to source. Our selection of computer cables includes everything from USB cables and Ethernet cables to VGA cables and HDMI cables, all of which are designed to meet the needs of today's demanding computing environments. Whether you're connecting your desktop computer to a monitor, transferring files between devices, or setting up a network in your home or office, SF Cable has the computer cords you need to get the job done. Our cables are made with top-quality materials and come in a variety of lengths and configurations to ensure that you get the perfect fit for your setup. At SF Cable, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional customer service, competitive pricing, and fast shipping. We stand behind every product we sell and are committed to providing our customers with the best possible experience. So if you need PC cables , look no further than SF Ca...

Legacy Computer Cables for Budget Setups

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Buying a computer, no matter what kind is an exhaustive process. You need the perfect monitor, the clickiest keyboard, a sensitive but not too sensitive mouse/trackpad. For something that you are paying a premium for, and something that can last you about five years, you want to make the right decision. However, sometimes you don't have to focus on each part of the assembly. This is when you can make compromises in certain aspects. There is room for a lot of experiment and mix match of devices when you have a traditional computer over a laptop or an all-in-one desktop. You can choose from a wide variety of cheaper alternatives for monitors, keyboards, and mice without compromising on the CPU. This makes it cost-effective. There are a few places where such a compromise can work. When you need a large inventory but the use is only of a limited nature, it can work. Apart from that, even if you need just one or two computers for things like occasionally printing something...

Everything You Should Know About Power Cords: An Infographic

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When you have so many options to choose your power cords, it can be overwhelming sometimes. While you are looking to buy it for a particular application, it is important to have a basic understanding. This infographic will give you a 360 view of power cords and its applications. Looking to buy a suitable power cord? Here is all you need to know. https://www.sfcable.com/blog/everything-know-power-cords-infographic/

Keep In Mind These 5 Things Before Buying a Computer Monitor

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No one talks about computer monitors. You will always find hobbyists talking about processor prowess, RAM and storage when they talk about building their ideal setup. But the display is just as essential! After all, the result of that computing is on the display! So, once you pick out the perfect CPU parts, the most comfortable keyboard, and the most accurate mouse, spend some time picking out the right monitor. On top of that spend an equal amount of time getting the best and the most future proof computer monitor cable . What should you keep in mind when getting a monitor? Display panel: Display technology has evolved significantly in the last few years, with IPS panels and OLED taking over the industry. If you are looking for color accuracy and wide view angels, IPS monitors are the way to go. Whereas in an OLED panel, each pixel lights up individually and you get the darkest blacks. Now that there are 8K OLED displays, it is one of the most expensive and luxurious viewing...

Learn How DB9 Connectors Has Evolved Since its Inception

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The first computers were huge and mainly used the command line interface. In order to perform the smallest tasks, you had to type them out using the keyboard. And the idea of the keyboard also came from the typewriter. These keyboards were connected to the computers via a cable. The DB9 connector is the smallest of the D sub type of connector . It has 9 pins for the male connector and 9 holes for the female port. It is a connector that is very popular when it comes to connecting with serial peripherals like mouse, keyboard, etc. to a computer. In the days of a wired computer setup, the db9 cable was perhaps the most used computer cable. Apart from essential accessories, the db9 cable attached mono printers, joysticks or even another computer. The 9-pin connector and cable were the industry standard. Anyone making computer accessories could build in the dp9 port for easy connection. If everyone already has your cable, it smoothens the buying decision of that product. So no...

How to Connect Multiple Displays to your Computer System?

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In a present scenario, connecting your laptop or desktop with multiple displays is a smart way to make your work easier. This process might look simple. I mean it’s just connecting one thing to another, how hard can it be? Hard enough to make you search all over the internet. It requires the right cables, fine-tuning, proper connections, and much more. Let’s see how to connect your computer to multiple displays and all the other things you need to consider. Check The Connections First and foremost thing to do is to find out the right type of computer monitor cables you need. With the variety of computers, you would have different ports, HDMI, USB Type-C, DVI, and other ports. You need to check the output on the computer and make sure it matches with the input on the monitor. In a scenario where the output does not have a matching input on the monitor, you can get the help of a computer cable adapters to help you convert the output. “Extend” VS “Duplicate” Once you se...

Tips to Run Cables Into An Industrial Computer Enclosure

Plenty of planning goes to build a system that protects computer hardware and any type of peripherals. During the building phase of the industrial computer enclosure, a common question arises by many of the end-users is how to power electronics inside a sealed enclosure. And that too when there is almost no place for the computer cables . Stated as ‘fully-sealed’, waterproof units are the industrial computer enclosures with an industry standard rating of IP56. They do not include a traditional split panel to feed additional cables into the enclosure. Most enclosure system comes with a fit cable entry gland with a maintained seal. They come with a clean, safe entry point to cable and reach the computer equipment. When you are in the market for an industrial computer enclosure, there are many types of cable glands available that suit specific enclosure applications. But before finalizing any one for your project, keep these five things in mind to feed cables into the un...

A Complete Guide to DB Style Connectors & Cables

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Originally known as ‘ D-subminiature ’ DB style connectors are common UFD connectors or say monitor cables which operate in computing devices, audio/video, and data applications. DB25 and DB9 serial cables are the renowned types of D-sub connectors, used in PCs for serial and parallel ports. The High-Density DB style is another type of D-sub connector which looks like a regular DB connector. Often called ‘HD’ connectors they have three rows of pins instead of two. HD15 is the most common type of connector used for video cards and monitors. Micro DB connector comes with smaller pins than the HD connector pins. It is commonly known as a ‘half-pitch’ DB connector. Majorly, SCSI applications use them. MD50 and MD68 are the most popular connections types. The D-sub connectors’ names are equivalent with the total number of pins that they can hold. For example, DB9 Series Cables contain 9 pins. However, in some cases, a DB25 connector has 4 to 5 loaded pins. Another product is the HD1...

6 Mistakes You Make While Setting Up a Computer System

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Remember the time when your father bought the first ever computer in the house? You used to observe him set up the whole system him and imagined yourself setting up the system in the same way. If you are a tech nerd you will surely relate to such situations. Unwrapping the new computer set, reading its user guides, spending hours setting up your systems is what all tech nerds love. Although it’s been never been easy. You can easily screw it up by messing up with your  computer adapters , cables, and other components if you’re not careful. Here are five mistakes explained in detail that we all make and how to avoid them. A Web Of Power Cables Your computer plugs do not support equal usage. For example, your computer’s internal power supply has two different kinds of 8-pin power cables. One for the graphics card and another one for the motherboard. But sometimes we make a mistake to forcefully plug the cables into the wrong pins even if the pins are of different shape. Tip: ...

Understanding the Significance of DisplayPort Cables

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Whether you are shopping for electronics online or offline, you must have observed that every now and then, there is an announcement for a new connector. Today, we will talk about DisplayPort Cord, also known as the digital display interface. Well-known giants like Dell, HP and Apple have recommended and made the most out of this standard. People who make use of  DisplayPort Cables  use it for running their audio/video devices. These cables support the HD video resolutions of up to 2560 x 1600 with 10-bit color and surround sound audio. A lot of professionals from PC industry make use of DisplayPort technology as it can establish connection between both external and internal displays easily. Not just that, it also provides slim and cheap displays. Through this blog, we will try to understand the importance of these cables and how they help. Offering Versatility One of the best features of a superior quality displayport cable is that it can directly drive display p...

A Step by Step Guide to Installing a New Monitor to the Computer

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So, today is the day you decide to connect your computer and monitor. You take the monitor and monitor cable out of the box, go through the manual and the next thing you know; you’re sitting on the floor stressed out. Wondering where to start from! Being a company that sells computer accessories online, we often come across customers who inquire about  computer cables  and how to go about connecting their computer systems. Through today’s blog, we will provide you with a systematic guide to installing a new monitor to the computer. Step 1: Replace The Old, Install New As the first step, you need to get rid of the old monitor. So, shut down your computer and disconnect the monitor cable from behind your old monitor. Once you have done that, you can get rid of the old monitor. You might feel like using the same cables for setting up the new monitor. However, whether you should be using new connections or not depends on the type of the system you have. Clean ...

SF Cable Offers Variety of Color Power and Extension Cords

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SF Cable, a premium cable retailer offering unbeatable prices, now stocks IEC320 C13 to NEMA 5-15P universal power cords in 6 different colors: black, blue, green, red and yellow. The variety of colors available are incredibly useful in an office, home or networking environment where users need to quickly and efficiently differentiate between devices and connections. Tech support and trouble shooting is made simpler with color identification saving time when describing connections. "Our customers were looking for a solution to differentiate power paths and prevent accidental disconnections by removing the wrong cord," said Phil Truong, Product Manager. "We now offer the solution." IEC320 C13 to NEMA 5-15P cord is designed for use with computers, monitors, scanners and printers that use USA 3 prong connections. SFCable offers the greatest assortment of orientations in the market with the C13 receptacles available in straight, right angle, left angle, up an...