

Due to the difference in connector shape, they are not compatible with each other. Question: What is the difference between USB Type-A and USB Type-C?Īnswer: USB Type-A is the current connector type that is primarily used on most USB devices. Data transfer speeds are limited to the older device. Some older nonself-powered devices may not be compatible due to power requirements. Question: Will USB Type-C be backward compatible?Īnswer: USB Type-C connector itself is not backward compatible with previous USB Types and may require appropriate adapters for connecting the devices together. Here are some frequently asked questions about USB Type-C.

Key features of the USB Type-C Adapters are: Dell’s USB Type-C to HDMI, USB Type-C to DisplayPort, and USB Type-C to VGA adapters allow you to streamline VGA, DisplayPort, and HDMI into a single type of port. USB Type-C ports can support various different protocols using " alternate modes," which allows you to have adapters that can output HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, or other types of connections from that single USB port. USB Type-C Adapters are the range of adapters that expand the connectivity from a single USB Type-C port to various display devices, Gigabit Ethernet, and USB-A 3.0

Reversible plug orientation and cable direction.Robust connector strong enough for laptops, tablets, and larger platforms.The USB Type-C is a new reversible connector that allows you to connect the cable to your device in any direction, unlike its predecessors. This allows you to output VGA, HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, Ethernet, or other types of connections from a single USB Type-C port with the help of compatible adapters. USB Type-C uses a 24-pin double-sided connector allowing for device manufacturers to enable Alternate Mode, which unlocks the ability to use alternate data protocols for direct device-to-host transmission.

Dell Dock supports up to 130W of power transmission over USB Type-C to supported Dell Notebook computers. NOTE: Some devices may have higher power capacity.
