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High-Speed HDMI to VGA Display Adapter - Active Video Converter for Laptop/PC/Monitor - StarTech.com HD2VGAE2 Review

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Details

Connector TypeHDMI/VGA
BrandStarTech
Warranty TypeLifetime
Compatible DevicesProjector, Desktop PC, Monitor, Notebook, Computer, Ultrabook, Chromebook, Video Device

Description of High-Speed HDMI to VGA Display Adapter - Active Video Converter for Laptop/PC/Monitor - StarTech.com HD2VGAE2

Enhance Your Display Connectivity with the StarTech.com HDMI to VGA High Speed Display Adapter

Are you looking to connect your newer HDMI-based desktop or laptop to an older VGA monitor or projector? Look no further than the StarTech.com 1080p 60Hz HDMI to VGA High Speed Display Adapter. This active adapter allows you to connect your HDMI device to legacy equipment, saving you the cost of upgrading. With its reliable performance and high-quality video output, this adapter is a must-have for seamless display connectivity.

Crystal-Clear Video Output for Uncompromised Picture Quality

Experience high-quality video output with the StarTech.com HDMI to VGA adapter. Supporting resolutions up to 1920x1080 @ 60Hz (1080p), this IT-grade VGA display converter ensures that your picture quality is not compromised. Whether you're presenting important slideshows or enjoying your favorite movies, this adapter delivers crystal-clear visuals, bringing your content to life.

Perfect Portability for On-the-Go Professionals

Designed with the traveling professional in mind, the StarTech.com HDMI to VGA High Speed Display Adapter offers perfect portability. Its ultra-lightweight design doesn't require an external power adapter, making it easy to carry in your laptop bag. No matter where your work takes you, this adapter is the perfect accessory for IT professionals on the go.

Additionally, this HDMI to VGA adapter offers a hassle-free setup. With true plug-and-play functionality, you can quickly connect your devices without the need for additional software or drivers. Simply plug in and enjoy seamless display connectivity in an instant.

Where Can You Use the StarTech.com HDMI to VGA High Speed Display Adapter?

Here are some of the places where the StarTech.com HDMI to VGA High Speed Display Adapter can be used:

  • In office conference rooms for presentations and meetings
  • In classrooms for educational purposes
  • At home for connecting your HDMI-based laptop to an older VGA monitor or projector
  • In trade shows and exhibitions for display setups
  • In hotels or client offices when you need to connect your device to their legacy display equipment

    • With its versatility and ease of use, this adapter is a valuable tool for anyone seeking to connect newer HDMI devices to legacy VGA displays.

    CONNECT TO LEGACY DISPLAY: Cut upgrading costs by continuing to use legacy equipment. The HDMI (male) to VGA (female) active adapter enables you to connect a newer HDMI based desktop or laptop (like an Ultrabook) to an older VGA monitor or projector. HIGH QUALITY VIDEO OUTPUT: With support for resolutions up to 1920x1080 @ 60Hz (1080p), this IT-grade VGA display converter produces full HD, crystal-clear video output to ensure your picture quality is not compromised. PERFECT PORTABILITY: Designed with the traveling professional in mind, this ultra lightweight HDMI to VGA adapter doesn't require an external power adapter and fits perfectly in your laptop bag. It's the perfect accessory for the IT pro on the go. HASSLE-FREE: Supporting a true plug-and-play experience, this black HDMI video adapter offers a quick and easy setup, with no additional software or drivers needed. Ease of use ensures users can connect whether they're traveling, in the office or at home.

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    Reviews

    Global ratings 11
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    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    It saved my old projector.

    Modern computers no longer have VGA outputs and my old favorite Mitsubishi projector only has composite, video and video inputs. The easy part is that it's plug-n-play. No additional settings or software are required. This adapter brought him back to life. Thank you!

    Pros
    • Outstanding design
    Cons
    • Not everything fits

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    But will not work for Rack KVM Switches

    Works as expected but not for DIY Rack Boxes for use with Rack KVM Switch. While it works great for initial (loss) testing, after a while (almost certain power saving modes) it throws my triple kvm switch into dumb mode! had to replace hdmi with dsub instead :( startech.com products are great though, so I threw them in the "dongle" box to save me in the future! :)

    Pros
    • Glitter
    Cons
    • Vulgarity

    Revainrating 1 out of 5

    Worth the price in Computers & Accessories

    Highly recommended over the cheaper versions. I bought it to connect my laptop to a refurbished monitor. First I bought a cheap one, but it didn't work. I've found that many people are unable to adjust the settings required for the second screen, but this cable can run at different speeds. I'm sure I'm technically ok but this cable is worth the money and now my monitor is working great.

    Pros
    • Impressive
    Cons
    • Something's wrong

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Works great on Manjaro i3 (Linux), the only operating system.

    Works great on Manjaro i3 (Linux), the only OS I've used it with. I have a monitor connected to digital video in a laptop and another monitor connected to a Startech adapter. It's good when 3 monitors work on one laptop. It takes some work to set it up because you have to install some packages manually, but it works. I had a little problem for a while and the monitor got lost on startech but after a few updates it came back.

    Pros
    • Always liked
    Cons
    • Easily maintainable

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Product falls apart fits computers and accessories

    I bought this item to take to work on the way in case I need a presentation adapter. Upon opening the package, the product fell apart - a plastic sheet holding the insides fell out. Since I needed this item I tried to snap the plastic piece in place and attach the adapter. Unfortunately it didn't work. Luckily a member of staff had an adapter that I could borrow. My poor planning of buying an item and not using it soon enough; Now I can no longer return the item. It was never used as it fell…

    Pros
    • Free for educational use
    Cons
    • Hard to tell

    Revainrating 3 out of 5

    Works exactly as I expected

    This unit, when connected to my HP Pavilion laptop, does exactly what I wanted it to do: it converts VGA to VGA to -Composite/S-Video converter out for years and whatnot for my defiantly non-HDMI TV. And I need an audio output: Pavilion disables its own headphone output (as well as its own speakers) when an HDMI cable is plugged in. I tried this with a Roku 3 but the screen froze during activation (which never completed) even when I used a 2.1A 5V USB charger to power the device take care of…

    Pros
    • Dope 🔥
    Cons
    • Not as thick as other models

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    "No power supply required. " Well, something like that.

    "No power adapter required". Sort of like that. We bought this to replace a broken adapter in one of our courses. It's little used, but the projector has been reported to flicker on several occasions during classes. On multiple devices, I've been able to confirm that the laptop loses connection with the projector, causing Windows to re-detect the video output device. Speaking to Startech tech support, I was told that this sounds like an issue when attempting to connect a USB to microUSB cable…

    Pros
    • Top marks for support and durability from testers
    Cons
    • Basically OK, but...

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Well if you don't use KVM it's worth the extra money compared to HD2VGAE2

    m Updating my reviews. The problem I was trying to solve was connecting 3 monitors to an Evga GTX 760 graphics card, one of which went through a VGA KVM. The problem is that after installing the VGA/Analog drivers, the signal is disabled when a digital (HDMI and/or DVI-D) monitor is connected. So you need to use some kind of digital to analog converter. Windows looks at the signal from your monitor to decide what can be displayed and of course periodically checks for monitor changes to enforce…

    Pros
    • Rugged construction
    Cons
    • Weight

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Closer, but still not the same.

    I started StarTech.com DVI2VGAE to connect one of 3 monitors on my GeForce GTX760 to my KVM. (The GTX760 doesn't seem to like having analog and digital hooked up at the same time.) DVI2VGAE worked fine until I switched KVM, whereupon the 760 switched monitors and reconfigured ALL the displays. This happens when connected to the DVI or HDMI ports. The HD2VGAE2 doesn't have this problem, but it lacks the crisp DVI2VGAE video conversion, making it too blurry to be used as a 1920x1080 main display.

    Pros
    • HDMI to VGA Adapter
    Cons
    • Shorter cable than others

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Works exactly as I expected

    Connected to my HP Pavilion laptop, this device does exactly what I wanted it to do: output VGA to the VGA-to-Composite/S-Video I am using Converter. for years and so on to my defiantly non-HDMI TV. And I needed audio output: Pavilion disables its own headphone output (as well as its own speakers) when an HDMI cable is plugged in. Roku 3 but the screen froze during activation (which never completed) even when I used a 2.1A 5V USB charger to power the device. Maybe that particular Roku 3 was…

    Pros
    • Computers and Accessories
    Cons
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    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    What I need for good HDMI to VGA adapters

    I bought a new laptop without a VGA port. I didn't think much about it until I started using it on a monitor that doesn't have an HDMI port. When the product arrived I plugged it in and it worked great on my home monitor which has both VGA and HDMI inputs. I have a second home and when I connected the adapter to this monitor it went beyond the horizontal and vertical controls. I've tried everything I can think of and nothing has worked. Some icons went off the screen and the screen settings…

    Pros
    • Computer accessories and peripherals
    Cons
    • boring packaging