Plugable Technologies
Plugable Technologies USBC-DVI Adapter 1920x1200 60Hz
Connects a USB-C device to a DVI monitor at up to 1920x1200 60Hz without drivers
- Driverless setup on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux
- Direct GPU pipeline via USB-C Alt Mode for native display performance
- Up to 1920x1200 resolution at 60Hz on DVI monitors
- Tested on 2016-2018 MacBook, XPS, Surface Book 2 and more
- HDCP required for macOS; works in BootCamp without it
USB-C to DVI Adapter for Laptops
This adapter connects a DVI monitor to any USB-C device that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode video output. It delivers resolutions up to 1920x1200 at 60Hz without installing drivers. The unit works on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux hosts that expose native video through the USB-C port.
Replaces Legacy Video Cables
It removes the need for a docking station when a single external display is required. The step up is worthwhile when the host already provides Alt Mode graphics and the user wants a compact, bus-powered link to an existing DVI screen. Older DVI monitors that lack HDCP support will not function on macOS, though they work in BootCamp Windows.
Sustained Display Operation
Because the adapter uses a direct pipeline to the system graphics processor, the attached monitor behaves as a natively connected display during extended sessions. There is no compression or software overhead that would degrade image quality over time. Performance remains stable as long as the host maintains Alt Mode signalling.
Highlights
- Driverless setup on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux
- Direct GPU pipeline via USB-C Alt Mode for native display performance
- Up to 1920x1200 resolution at 60Hz on DVI monitors
- Tested on 2016-2018 MacBook, XPS, Surface Book 2 and more
- HDCP required for macOS; works in BootCamp without it
Specifications
| Brand | Plugable Technologies |
|---|---|
| Model | USBC-DVI |
| Shipping weight | 0.05 kg |
| Package size | 206 × 40 × 3 mm |
Questions about this item
Does my USB-C port need to support DisplayPort Alternate Mode for this adapter to work?
Yes, the host must provide DisplayPort Alternate Mode over USB-C; the adapter is driverless and relies on that native video pipeline.
What is the most common reason a Mac user sees no picture after plugging in a DVI monitor?
The DVI display must support HDCP copy protection; non-HDCP monitors will not work in macOS, though they function in BootCamp Windows.
Will I need a firmware update or driver reinstall after a major OS upgrade?
No firmware or drivers exist for this adapter; it remains plug-and-play across Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux as long as the port still supports Alternate Mode.
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