overview the dp2hdmiadap displayport to hdmi adapter provides a displayport male and hdmi female connector, allowing you to keep your existing (hdmi) display while using a displayport video card/source. supporting display resolutions of up to 1920 x 1200(computer)/1080p(hdtv), this cost-effective solution maintains the incredible graphical performance offered by displayport, while eliminating the cost of having to upgrade your hdmi capable display to a display with built-in displayport support. dp2hdmiadap is a passive adapter cable that requires a dp port (displayport ), meaning that dvi and hdmi signals can also be passed through the port. backed by a startech.com 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support. startech advantage simple, small form factor converter makes a displayport video card backward compatible with your hdmi display easy to use, no software or drivers required connector type displayport male