Reference Guide
Table Of Contents
- Me and My Dell For Inspiron, G-Series, XPS, and Alienware computers
- Setting up your computer
- About your computer
- Using your computer
- Ports and connectors
- Software and Applications
- Restoring your operating system
- Troubleshooting
- BIOS
- Getting help and contacting Dell
- References
Mini DisplayPort
Mini DisplayPort is a smaller version of the DisplayPort.
NOTE: DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort are compatible with each other but the ports and connectors vary in size. If the
port sizes are different, use a converter.
Advantages of DisplayPort
● Supports high resolutions and high refresh‑rates
● Supports 3D transmission
● Supports multiple display‑devices simultaneously
● Supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
● Supports plug-and-play adapters that allow you to connect displays using older connection standards such as DVI, HDMI,
and VGA
● DisplayPort cables can extend up to 15 m (49.21 ft) without requiring signal boosters.
HDMI
High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) provides digital connection between your computer, display devices, and other
multi-media devices. It supports both video and audio signals.
HDMI ports are commonly available on computers, TVs, set-top boxes, DVD and Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and so on.
Advantages of HDMI
● Supports high resolutions and high refresh‑rates
● Supports 3D transmission
● Supports HDCP
● Commonly available in most computers and consumer multi‑media devices
● Can be used to set up audio‑only, video‑only, or an audio and video connection
● Compatible with fixed-pixel displays such as LCDs, plasma displays, and projectors
Mini HDMI
Mini High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) provides digital connection between your computer and portable devices such
as smartphones, laptops, and so on.
Micro HDMI
Micro High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) provides digital connection between your computer and portable devices
such as smart phones, laptops, and so on. This connector resembles the micro-USB connector found on most smartphones.
SPDIF
S/PDIF is a standard for transferring audio in digital format. You can use S/PDIF to audio devices such as sound cards,
speakers, home theater systems, TVs, and so on. It provides 5.1 audio support.
There are two kinds of S/PDIF connections:
● Optical—Uses optical fiber with TOSLINK connectors
● Coaxial—Uses coaxial cable with RCA connector
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Ports and connectors