Cables & Connectors Reference Chart

An interactive guide to essential cables and connectors. Click any card below to explore detailed specifications, identification tips, and exam notes.

Categories: Networking Display / AV Data / Power Legacy Display Fiber Networking Audio
Networking

Ethernet (RJ-45)

Networking & Data Transfer

The standard cable for wired networking, connecting devices to LANs and the internet.

6 variants 5 ID tips
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Display / Audio-Video

HDMI

Digital Audio & Video Output

The dominant digital audio/video interface for consumer electronics and displays.

6 variants 6 ID tips
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Data / Power

USB

Data Transfer, Charging & Peripheral Connectivity

The universal standard for data transfer, charging, and peripheral connectivity.

10 variants 7 ID tips
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Display (Legacy)

VGA (DE-15)

Analog Video Output

The legacy analog video connector still found on many projectors and older displays.

2 variants 6 ID tips
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Display

DVI

Digital & Analog Video Output

A transitional display interface bridging analog VGA and modern digital connections.

5 variants 6 ID tips
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Networking

Fiber Optic Connectors

High-Speed Networking & Long-Distance Data Transmission

Light-based connectors enabling ultra-high-speed data transmission over long distances.

6 variants 6 ID tips
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Audio

Surround Sound

Multi-Channel Audio Output

Audio connectors and cables for multi-channel surround sound systems.

6 variants 6 ID tips
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