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6. HDMI to DisplayPort, Benfei HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter Compatible with Laptop, Xbox 360 One, PS4 PS3 HDMI HDMI Device

    Features:
  • COMPACT DESIGN - The compact-designed portable Benfei HDMI to DisplayPort adapter connects a computer, desktop, laptop, or other devices with HDMI port to a monitor, projector, HDTV, or other devices with DisplayPort port; Tuck this lightweight gadget into your bag or pocket to do a business presentation with your laptop and projector, or extend your desktop screen to a monitor or TV; A DisplayPort cable is required.
  • SUPERIOR STABILITY - Built-in advanced IC chip converts HDMI TMDS signal to DisplayPort digital signal; It is NOT a bi-directional converter and cannot transmit signals from DisplayPort to HDMI
  • ULTRA 4K@60Hz RESOLUTION: The adapter is fully compatible with DisplayPort 1.2a, HDCP 1.3/1.4/2.2, HDMI 2.0 and HBR2(High-Bit-Rate 2) specifications. The image resolution is up to 3840*2160@60Hz, 1920x1200 @120Hz or 2560X1600 RB @120Hz or 1080P@120Hz.The HDMI and DisplayPort also support 8 channels digital audio, with sampling rate up to 192kHz and sample size up to 24 bits, and HBR audio.
  • BROAD COMPATIBILITY - The HDMI-DisplayPort adapter is COMPATIBLE with computer, pc, desktop, laptop, ultrabook, notebook, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi, Intel Nuc, Roku, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii U, Set Top Box, TV BOX, or other devices with HDMI port; And also COMPATIBLE with Blu-ray player and devices with low-power HDMI ports such as SONY PS4, Apple MacBook Pro with Retina Display, Mac mini, and Apple TV;
  • 18 MONTH WARRANTY: Exclusive Benfei Unconditional 18-month Warranty ensures long-time satisfaction of your purchase; Friendly and easy-to-reach customer service to solve your problems timely
HDMI to DisplayPort, Benfei HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter Compatible with Laptop, Xbox 360 One, PS4 PS3 HDMI HDMI Device
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u/dankgatorade · 6 pointsr/InformationTechnology

I took some time to search a bit so I could give you a proper answer. I took the 901 and the 902 so I was sort of unaware of what's working for people for the new 1001 and 1002.

The ones I found that seemed solid are right here:

This is the cheap option. It's been recommended highly by quite a few people and seems to work for others.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1260454037/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AyWCDbFBQH7J7

The more expensive option is the updated version of the book I used. Don't be pushed away by the bad reviews, as the ones on here are irrelevant to the actual material covered in the book. (Take a peek at them for yourself if you'd like.)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0357108299/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_kNWCDbX20B2NH

I also highly recommend looking at free resources like certblaster.com
They have free exam notes which are incredibly useful and will help with studying and explaining things you dont understand.

Also check out Professor Messer's YouTube channel and watch the 1001 and 1002 exam training course. It's free and without a doubt some of the best videos out there for this cert.

u/megamanxtc · 1 pointr/InformationTechnology

My how times have changed...I used one book to study for the 2 A+ exams some time ago.

It was this exact series and about half the size. I was already pretty proficient in computers prior to thinking about getting A+ certified. Still, the book was useful because there's information that needed to be regurgitated for the exam.

I studied the first half of the book which covered the first exam for 2 weeks. Took the exam and passed. I then studied the second half of the book for a little over a week, took the exam and passed.

Help Desk in general if you have no experience will help - I would assume Geek Squad (not the sales floor but the guys who repair and/or set up stuff) at Best Buy could be a good start too.

Part-Time, Rotating, Full-Time, whatever, if you have no experience, any of those will be good for you.

u/King_Tamino · 0 pointsr/InformationTechnology

Thanks but your second link is (sadly) not correct.

It's written a bit lower in the description

>Important Notes

  • NOT BI-DIRECTIONAL - Adapter only operates from DisplayPort source to HDMI. For the HDMI source to DisplayPort, please refer to Benfei HDMI DisplayPort to HDMI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752D33PJ

    which is listed as not available. But would cost more anyway. That's the huge problem with DP / HDMI and the big irony actually. Many graphic cards got "DP out" which isn't a problem at all, as your link proved.

    But playing your Xbox on your PC screen? Good luck.

    Anyway, thanks.
u/fps_Aero · 2 pointsr/InformationTechnology

I lucked out and we only use Windows 10 in our environment. Any Windows 10 devices casts to our conference room with this adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Wireless-Display-Adapter-P3Q-00001/dp/B01AZC3J3M/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Microsoft+Wireless+Display+Adapter&qid=1573500831&sr=8-3

You mentioned you have Macs in your environment as well. Maybe use one input for the display adapter above and another input for an apple TV for casting with the iOS/MacOS devices?

u/YoJimGo · 2 pointsr/InformationTechnology

As you describe your knowledge, you just don't qualify for this role. You are going to need to get some skills first. I bet if you can knock out the CCNA, you would way closer to qualifying.

CCNA exam info here:
https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/community/certifications/ccna

Book here:
http://www.amazon.com/CCNA-Routing-Switching-Study-Guide/dp/1118749618/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406143888&sr=8-1&keywords=CCNA

That would be a great start to a career in networking.

u/thrawnfett · 1 pointr/InformationTechnology

Just curious, what monitors are you using that doesn't have HDMI input? Every monitor I've purchased in the last few years has had that as an option.

I've been using the cables to go from Displayport on a dock to a monitor with HDMI, so I guess that's why I didn't notice. But seriously, just look around Amazon. Adapters are cheap. You said DVI is an option, right? https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Bi-Directional-Female-Adapter-Conveter/dp/B01FM51R6S

u/ThisPlaceIsToxic · 2 pointsr/InformationTechnology

I bought one of the these.

Has most of what I need. I don't do much custom cabling so I don't really need a crimper. Other than that maybe get yourself a voltmeter and you should be good to go.