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Custom cables are typically designed to interface certain systems and devices that aren’t normally meant to be interfaced. While, for example, you might be able to connect your smart TV to your computer using a simple HDMI cable, older TV sets didn’t used to have that type of terminal. So, if you have a brand new video card and an older TV, then you’ll need to find a workaround.

In such cases, you have to either look for an HDMI or SCART cable or you’ll need an adapter that can actually isolate the precise cables that your TV will need for its video and audio input, and interface that with your computer’s HDMI output.

It can get quite complicated and tricky when you have to find a custom cable or high performing 4k HDMI cable, to pull off an interfacing job like the one just described. Fortunately, there are many types of cables available for just about everything you can think of.

Even older devices, such as old IDE external hard drives and printers with LPT inputs can be interfaced with newer systems, as long as you find (or fashion yourself) the right kind of cable. All you have to do is find out exactly what the input and output you need might be, and then read up on the appropriate cable and whether or not it exists – or whether you’ll need to have it custom made, as with old crossover cables and their use in computer networks.

Article Source right here: Why Might Someone Need a Custom Cable and Why Should You Know About Them?

If you just bought a new desktop computer for your office or home office, along with all the bells and whistles such as a printer, a wireless router and a couple of large computer screens, you might end up having a lot of cords and cables on your hand. Just the power cords alone will end up filling 1-2 large outlets, and items like a wired microphone or sound system will also require their own specific cords.

First you have to understand that each type of cord that goes in or out of your computer and screens has its own voltage specifications. The ones you really have to worry about are the power cables, which are typically thicker and have larger plugs that go into regular power sockets, similarly to any appliances.

Next, you also have cables that connect audio and video devices like amplifiers, computer screens and cameras. Typically, these include a VGA cable for screens, regular thin cables with jacks for your audio systems and HDMI or SCART cables that connect your video board to additional screens or smart TV sets.

Finally, you have USB cables which can connect just about anything from wired keyboards and mice to printers and USB hubs for your storage devices. And lastly, there are also special cables such as old school mouse and keyboard cables as well as old LPT (Line Printer Terminal) cables that older printers used to have. These last ones are less common, but they are still worth reading about, if you ever plan on interfacing older devices with your new computer system.

Article Source over here: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding What Popular Cables Do

Getting your cables organized and keeping them that way can be very important whether you have several computers and gadgets in your office, or you just want to organize your home desk and computer system more effectively. The recommendations from experts like those found at IEC presented here should help you out with that.

Before following any of the tips below, make sure that you first unplug all your cords and cables. You definitely don’t want your rearranging work to cause a short circuit, or worse, have you stumble upon a live cable at the wrong time.

• Use a small piece of insulated wire or thread to tie your cables together. It will ensure that they don’t get tangled up, and it is an excellent (and free) alternative to most other means of keeping them organized.
• Tie together and organize your wiring and cables based on the voltage they carry. That way you know, for example, that the area where your USB and printer cables are will not present as much risk as the power cords do.
• If required, mount the power outlet on the side of your desk or your wall to make sure that you don’t step on it or on any of the cable it provides power to.
• Finally, it’s a good idea to label all your cables. That way you won’t have to think long and hard before considering which cable to unplug when you buy a new keyboard.

First Seen right here: The Best Tips and Recommendations for Keeping Your Cords and Cables Organized

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