Computer Cables
PC Cables and Connectors
Computer cables form the connections between computer systems and their
peripheral devices. They are physical implementations of interface
standards for transmitting data between computers and peripherals such
as keyboards, display devices, mass storage units, and printers.
These standards, developed over the years by various commercial firms
and standards organizations, specify the usage and signal characteristics
of each wire in the cable. They also specify data transfer rates,
connector specifications, and maximum cable lengths.
Looking at a typical personal computer, one sees a jumble of cables.
For instance, short IDE cables, serial ATA cables, or SCSI cables attach
computer motherboards to their disk drives. 15-pin VGA cables or DVI
cables connect computers with their display monitors, while Centronics
parallel cables are often used to connect computers with printers.
However, more compact USB cables and interfaces are now standard features
on many printers, scanners, and digital cameras.
Early personal computers used a 5-pin DIN keyboard cable connector; IBM
PS/2 keyboards used a 6-pin mini-DIN connector, and many modern keyboards
interface via a USB cable. Early PCs used a 9-pin serial mouse
cable connector; PS/2 models used a 6-pin mini-DIN connector, and today
a computer mouse often interfaces using a USB cable. Analog cables
are used to connect computer audio devices to speakers and microphones.
In a broader sense, computer cables include CAT5 or CAT5e network cables with RJ-45 connectors, which link computers together via Ethernet hubs and repeaters. For large network installations, professionally installed premises wiring is run through walls and betweeen floors of commercial buildings.
On ComputerCables.us you will find a selection of popular cable suppliers offering a broad selection of digital computer cables, network cables, and audio/video cables as well as premises wiring products and services.
Shop for Computer Cables
- CompUSA > Computer Cables
This popular computer retailer features hundreds of computer accessories, including cables and adapters, for most computers and peripherals.
www.CompUSA.com - Cables Finder
Make the right connections! This Office Depot company offers a broad selection of standard computer cables, network cables, and premise wiring in a variety of colors and lengths.
www.Computers4Sure.com
Cable Manufacturers
- Belkin Cables
Leading manufacturer of high quality audiovideo and computer cabling products and accessories.
www.Belkin.com - Cables To Go
Computer cables and connectivity. Audio/video cables, PC cables, video splitters, KVMs, and more.
www.CablesToGo.com - DataPro
Offers data interfacing hardware and software, plus standard and custom cabling products.
www.DataPro.net - Tyco Electronics > AMP NetConnect Premises Cabling
Leading provider of voice, data, and video infrastructure cabling and connectivity solutions. Designs and manufactures high-performance end-to-end optical fiber and copper premises cabling systems.
www.AMPNetConnect.com
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