Cables Guide

An overview of cable types and connections, available for loan from Loans Desk.

Some common cable connections used for computers and media equipment:

USB-C some key points:

• Flippable port - can plug in either top or bottom side facing up.

• USB-C is now commonly found in many tech devices, external hard drives and smartphones.

• This cable type may be used for charging, transferring data or both.

Thunderbolt 3/4:

• Physically identical to USB-C, but faster.

• A super-set of USB-C.

HDMI cable:

• Common display port connector used for monitor display etc.

• 19-pin cable.

• Supported on a wide range of media devices.

Display Port:

• Common display port connector used for monitor display etc.

• 20-pin cable.

• Has a physical latch that prevents it from being disconnected automatically.

• Supported on select computers and monitors.

Ethernet cable types:

Frequently Asked Questions