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USB-C / ThunderBolt | HD and 4k video, audio, data transfer, power delivery. Commonly found on Laptops, Docks, and Phones. This cable is the most versatile when compared to the others on this page. It can function as a display/audio cable while also functioning as a USB cable. This has led to its use in docking stations. Learn more about docking/hubs in the Connecting Dell Monitors to Computers guide. |  |
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DisplayPort | HD and 4k video, audio. Commonly found on Monitors, Docks, and Desktops. Note: there is often a tab that must be depressed when unplugging the cable. |  |
HDMI | HD and 4k video, audio. Commonly found on Laptops, Docks, Desktops, TVs, and other home devices. |  |
DVI | HD video, no audio. Commonly found on older Desktops and Monitors. Note: there are two retaining screws that must be unscrewed when unplugging the cable. |  |
VGA | Video, no audio. Commonly found on older Laptops, Desktops and Monitors. Note: there are two retaining screws that must be unscrewed when unplugging the cable. |  |
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