Drive Cables / Internal Computer Cables
Internal Power Cables
Internal components which need power can be connected to the computer power supply with internal power cables. A 5.25" Molex type power plug which fits into the back of the hard drive is often featured with this type of cable. Internal power cables also feature DVD/CD drives and 3.5" type connectors which are used with internal hubs and floppy disks. If the power supply needs to be connected to the motherboard, ATX and eATX internal power cables and adaptors are needed. For SATA hard drives, SATA internal power cables are available.
IDE / ATA Cables
ATA stands for Advanced Technology Attachment and is a standard for connecting storage devices like CD-ROM drives and hard disks to PCs.
SATA / eSATA Cables
Standard Advanced Technology Attachment sends information to and from hard disks and optical drives over a high speed serial link. SATA cables can connect the hard disk to the motherboard. An external drive can be connected to an eSATA port using an eSATA cable.
CD / DVD Audio Cables
An internal sound card can be connected to your computer’s CD or DVD ROM using a CD/DVD audio cable. This will enable your computer to produce sound when using the CD/DVD player.
Floppy Disk Drive Cables
A 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive can be connected to your computer via a slot on the motherboard with one of these floppy disk drive cables.
Keyboard / Mouse Cables
PC Keyboard / Mouse Cables
Connect your keyboard or mouse to your PC using PC keyboard cables and mouse cables. Most PCs currently available use PS/2 cables and modern PCs usually use USB for mouse and keyboard connection. To extend the keyboard to mouse connection, USB extension cables and PS/2 extension cables are available.
Mac Keyboard / Mouse Cables
There are keyboard cables and mouse cables available specifically for use with a Mac computer. USB cables can be used for more modern Macs, whereas older Macs use ADB (Apple Desktop Bus) cables.
Video / Monitor Cables
CGA/EGA Monitor Cables
This kind of cable creates a connection between a video output port on a computer and a CGA (Colour Graphics Adapter) or EGA (Enhanced Graphics Adapter) display.
VGA Monitor Cables
A video output port on a computer or other similar device can be connected to a VGA (Video Graphics Array) display using a VGA monitor cable.
S-VGA Premium Monitor Cables
Similar to a VGA monitor cable, an S-VGA premium monitor cable creates a higher resolution connection between a video output port and a display.
S-VGA Premium Gold Monitor Cables (Up to 50m)
This type of cable creates a connection between a computer’s video output port and a super-video graphics array display using gold-plated connectors which achieve higher connectivity and reduce electromagnetic interference. These kind of cables are ideal for use in areas with high levels of electromagnetic disturbance or instances where permanent high quality display is required.
S-VGA BNC Monitor Cables
S-VGA monitor cables create a connection between a video output port and a super-video graphics array display with the use of 5 BNC connectors.
Premium DVI-D Cables (Up to 10m)
Premium DVI-D cables span an approximate length of 10 metres and are to be used for digital data transfer. These kind of cables connect digital projectors, flat panel displays and LCD’s (liquid crystal displays) to computers and other output devices.
Premium DVI-D Super Long Distance Cables (Up to 25m)
Similar to premium DVI-D super long distance cables, this kind of cable connects computers with LCDs, flat panel displays and digital projectors. Premium DVI-D super long distance cables span 25 metres in length and are for digital data transfer, specified by the D in the name.
Fibre Optic DVI-D Cables (Up to 100m)
A fibre optic DVI-D cable uses fibre optic cabling to transfer data at fast speeds between your computer and flat panel displays, liquid crystal displays and digital projectors. These type of cables span a length of 100 metres.
DVI-I Cables (Up to 5m)
DVI-I cables span a length of 5 metres and are for digital and analogue information transfer only, specified by the “I” in the name. They are used to create a connection between your computer and liquid crystal displays, flat panel displays or digital projectors.
DVI to VGA Cables
DVI to VGA cables create a connection between a VGA monitor with an inbuilt VGA cable and a computer with a DVI-I analogue output. If a computer is complete with a modern graphics card featuring both DVI-I and VGA connections then you can connect two VGA monitors to it by connecting the first monitor to the VGA port and the second monitor to the DVI port using this cable.
HDMI Cables
These types of cables provide a connection between audio/video sources, such as DVD players, and audio/video monitors such as digital television. HDMI is an acronym for high-definition multimedia interface and it aims to give highest quality home entertainment experience.
HDMI to DVI Cables
High definition multimedia interface to digital visual interface cables support video signals
Keyboard / Video / Mouse Cables
KVM Extension Cables
An existing keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) cable can be extended in length by using a KVM extension cable.
KVM Cables
More than one computer can be controlled from a single video monitor, keyboard and mouse with the use of a KVM switch and cable. The cable itself creates a connection between the KVM switch and the devices.
KVM Cables for USB & VGA
The keyboard, video monitor and mouse can be connected to your computer via its USB ports and VGA ports using this specific type of cable: a KVM cable for USB & VGA.
KVM + Audio Combo Cables
Speakers can be connected to a Keyboard, Video & Mouse switch which also supports audio devices, by using a KVM cable with additional audio leads.
Multimedia & Home Cinema Cables
Audio Cables
A connection is created between audio equipment such as home entertainment, home cinema or musical instruments and audio output with audio cables. The quality of sounds required, the type of audio signal (digital or analogue) and the type of equipment being connected will all determine the type of connector required with an audio cable.
Optical Audio Cables (SPDIF)
There are two main types of connector used with optical audio SPDIF cables: Mini Optical and TosLink. Mini Optical connectors are also referred to as Mini Optical Jacks, Mini TosLink and MiniPlug; all mean the same thing. This type of connector is most often utilised in portable mini disc and compact disc music players. TosLink connectors are most often found used in CD and DVD players, as well as surround sound receivers and more.
Composite & Component Video Cables
RCA phono plugs are used by composite video cables to make audio and video connections. RCA phono plugs are used by component video cables to create RGB (red, green and blue) video connections. Component video cables and composite video cables are used to create connections for televisions, DVD players, video recorders and more.
S-Video Cables
S-Video cables create connections for video recorders, camcorders and televisions by using a 4 Pin Mini connector.
SCART Cables
A connection is created between devices such as a television and a video recorder or DVD player using a SCART cable. SCART cables have 21 pins and support both audio and video signals; i.e. sounds and images.
Premium HDMI Cables
Premium High Definition Multimedia Interface cables create a connection between a digital audio video monitor (a digital television for example) and a compatible digital audio video source (a DVD player for example).
Other Multimedia Cables
As well as the cables mentioned above, multimedia cables include Coaxial SPDIF cables, MIDI cables, 3.5mm stereo audio cables and 6.3mm stereo audio cables.
Mobile Phone & PDA Cables
Data Transfer Cables
Information can be transferred and synchronised between computers and mobile phones, Smartphones or PDAs using Mobile Phone & PDA Data Transfer cables. Such cables include specific plugs and USB or RS-232 connections in order to work with varied products.
Network Patch Cables
UTP Category 5e Cables
UTP Category 5e cables can be used in Gigabit, Ethernet and Fast Ethernet installations and feature an unshielded twisted pair construction.
UTP Category 6 Cables
UTP Category 6 cables can be used in Gigabit, Ethernet and Fast Ethernet installations and feature an unshielded twisted pair construction.
FTP Category 5e Cables
FTP Category 5e cables can be used in Gigabit, Ethernet and Fast Ethernet network installations and include a shielded twisted pair construction.
FTP Category 6 Cable
FTP Category 6 cables can be used in Gigabit, Ethernet and Fast Ethernet network installations and include a shielded twisted pair construction.
Fibre Optic 50/125 µm Cables
To connect fibre patch panels, media converters, hubs, switches and routers, use fibre optic patch cables. Compared to conventional twisted pair copper cable, this type of cable allows increased bandwidth and faster speeds.
Fibre Optic 62.5/125 µm Cables
This kind of cable is also for use with media converters, fibre patch panels, hubs switches and routers. In comparison to conventional twisted pair copper cable, fibre optic cables are faster and offer increased bandwidth.
Parallel Cables
Standard Parallel Cables
A bi-directional connection can be made between a printer or scanner and computer using standard parallel cables.
IEEE-1284 Parallel Cables
Computers can be connected to the enhanced parallel ports of devices such as scanners and printers using IEEE-1284 Parallel Cables. Such cables create speedier bi-directional communications than previous cables and printer ports.
Serial Cables
RS-232 Cables
Connected devices can communicate with one another using serial RS-232 cables which consist of several connectors, from the 9-Way D connector to the 25-Way D connector; the “D” signifies the shape of the connectors.
Apple Serial Cables
Mac computers of a slightly older model can be connected to compatible serial devices using Apple serial cables.
Telephone & Fax/Modem Cables
Connections can be created between computers and fax modems using RJ-11 and RJ-12 Telephone & Fax/Modem cables. Modems can be connected to telephone sockets using RJ-11 to BT cables and extension cables can be used to create greater distances between a BT socket and your fax, modem or telephone.
USB Cables
USB cables create connections between computers and peripheral devices, but they can also be used to connect video game consoles such as the Sony PlayStation 2 and the Microsoft Xbox, as well as PDA’s, televisions and home music systems. Devices such as digital cameras, keyboards, mice, scanners, printers and joysticks can be connected using USB cables. USB has become the standard connection technique for many devices, including digital cameras and scanners.
Type A to Type B USB Cables
Devices like keyboards, scanners and mice are usually connected using this type of cable. Type A to Type B USB cables can support USB 2.0 data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mbps.
Type A to Mini-B USB Cables
An A Plug/5-Pin Mini-B connection creates connections between a USB hub or computer and a mobile phone, digital camera or other portable device. Mini-B USB cables create fast, efficient data transfers and quality connections.
USB On-The-Go
USB On-The-Go technology allows peer-to-peer functionality and overcomes the drawback of the previous issue that USB 2.0 did not allow two USB peripherals to exchange information without using USB hosts. USB devices can transfer data to and from one another using USB On-The-Go. When both devices are USB On-The-Go devices, one with act as host and the other as peripheral.
Type Mini-A to Type B USB OTG Cables
A 5 Pin Mini A/B Plug can be connected to a computer or USB OTG peripheral portable device such as a mobile phone using one of these cables. Extra speedy, error-free transfer is offered with the Type Mini-A to Type B USB OTG cable.
Type Mini-A to Mini-B USB OTG Cables
A connection between a computer or USB OTG peripheral and portable device (such as a mobile phone) can be made using this type of cable and an A Plug/5-Pin Mini-B connection. Extra fast, error-free data transfers are offered with Type Mini-A to Mini-B USB OTG Cables.
Type A USB Extension Cables
Type A connections can be extended using the Type A USB extension cable by supplying a Type A male connector and a Type A female connector.
USB Charger Cables
A variety of devices, from mobile phones to PDAs can be charged with a USB port using a USB charger cable. These cables come complete with a USB connector in order to achieve this function.
USB Digital Camera Cables
Your computer can be connected to a digital camera or webcam with a USB mini port or 4-pin mini port via USB Type A connection, with a USB Digital camera cable.
Other USB Cables
Computers can be linked together and the USB signal can be extended using other type of USB cable. For example; the retractable USB cable and the USB type B extension cables.
FireWire Cables
FireWire or IEEE 1394 is a personal computer serial bus interface standard mainly used for digital audio and video transfer, offering high-speed communications and isochronous real-time data services. These cables exist with multiple pin configurations including which in turn come in various lengths:
FireWire Cables 4 Pin to 6 Pin
FireWire Cables 6 Pin to 6 Pin
FireWire Cables 4 Pin to 4 Pin
FireWire 800 Cables
FireWire 800 connection cables can transfer data at speeds of 800 Mbps; twice the speed of the original specification. This type of connection can support many new type of cabling. FireWire 800 cables are available in a number of different pin configurations and lengths.
FireWire 800 Cables 9 Pin Beta Male to 9 Pin Beta Male
FireWire 800 Cables 6 Pin Male to 9 Pin Bilingual Male
FireWire 800 Cables 4 Pin Male to 9 Pin Bilingual Male
FireWire Repeater Cables
A device like a printer, scanner, camcorder or digital camera can be connected to one end of the FireWire repeater cable and the other end to the FireWire cable that came with the device, which in turn is connected to your computer.
SCSI Cables
SCSI cables can be used to connect a whole range of devices, form hard disks and tape storage devices, to printers, scanners, DVD drives, CD recorders and CD-ROM drive. Because the SCSI standard promotes independence, this type or cable can be used on most computer devices and hardware.
Internal SCSI Cables
When connecting devices which reside in the computer itself, an internal SCSI cable can be used.
External SCSI Cables
This type of cable is used to connect your computer and external devices, such as portable hard disk drives.
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