is this an active adapter
464989
No it is not active, but I don't think it needs to be, because it's HDMI & so short.
464990
Not sure what you are trying to do with this cable (most likely eyefinity) but it is a PASSIVE adapter. This is just a cable that goes from the displayport to HDMI/VGA etc. There is no onboard DAC or built-in converter. Hope this helps.
464991
What do you mean Active Adapter? If you mean Plug it into your MacBook Pro or PC to transmit or duplicate your display then "YES" it's an Active Adapter. It works really well in Mirroring my Desktop on my MacBook Pro to my 42 inch HDTV, then I bought a Bluetooth Mouse and Keyboard. I put my Laptop on a TV tray next to the TV and sit in my recliner, because I don't want the cord from the laptop to the TV laying on the Floor. The Adapter does not require Electricity to operate.
464992
the term is very standard; by 'active' he is asking if it has a circuit that takes power. a chip, for example, would need power and would be the format converter. with displayport, I'm pretty sure this is a 'chipped cable' (ie, active) since its not a pure pin to pin mapping that would be 'just wires only' (ie, passive).mini-hdmi to hdmi is passive. its just wire to wire mapping. but I am pretty sure that DP to hdmi can only be done via a chip; hence, ACTIVE.
1910714
I have been using this adapter for two years. Apart from restarting sometimes the adapter has been working well. And it is working currently.
981385
Hi Chris. I'm not sure if it's the same adapter or not, but it doesn't have the "FULLPOWER" name on it.
38094
Not sure what you mean by active or passive. Im still usuing mine and it works like a charm with my Mac jist plug in the 3 things and boom! Watch whatever u want on the big screen
1833966
The adapter is a cheap little thing, it works perfectly well, but isn't top dollar (obviously). I use mine for laptops and phone chargers. They have given me great service so far. The product blurb says 'any other electrical appliance' so I guess they should be good for your needs. Try not to use them for too long at any one time if you are concerned.
17924
Yes it does. I can do anything online with this adapter and have had no issues.
381724
What are you trying to hook up.....that would determine if you need adapter or not.
2261693
You probably already tried this, add power to the adapter. it only works when it has power.
1821884
Mini-DisplayPort & "regular" DisplayPort use exactly the same signals, only the physical connector size is different. Therefore, only "passive" adapter is needed. An "active" adapter doesn't even exist.
1978077
yes with no problems. I love this adapter. you can use it with all different kinds of devices
2038714
yes, but it is very slow compared to other adapters of the same price range. Mine is sitting in drawer because it is to slow.
2227806
No it is not. You will need to get an adapter. I use one that just plugs in to a USB port. It is a very good computer, I am very happy with it.
682968
The adapter is just a socket with an on off socket. The power to the socket is constant. It shouldn't have any effect on your outletted items.
137616
Yes. I will add the first one I recieved, the ends on the adapter. ( wires) were not. Connected;. Customer service was fast and funny. 2nd one worked great. Esp. For a made up adapter. The low rateings were do to wires not being connected. At the low price. I suggest you buy two
1034918
Not that I found, I had a Belkin adapter and it did not work. I ordered the Phillips one and it has worked well for me.
723369
Have you tried contacting the company? And why would you need a adapter? It has a USB port.
1647426
No. This adapter is for connecting a laptop that has an HDMI (output) port to a regular monitor that has a VGA (input) port.