DisplayPort Gender Changer InLine 17291A Grey Gold Plated

The InLine DisplayPort Gender Changer InLine 17291A Grey Gold Plated is a compact DisplayPort female-to-female inline adapter that connects two DisplayPort cables to extend or reconfigure existing DisplayPort links. It features gold-plated contacts for improved signal transmission and corrosion resistance, and a grey housing that integrates unobtrusively into monitor and display setups. The adapter supports DisplayPort 1.4 functionality and is suitable for high-resolution displays including up to 8K UHD when used with appropriate cables and source/display hardware.

Advantages

This inline DisplayPort gender changer provides a space-saving and reliable connection between two DisplayPort cables without adding a bulky coupling point. Gold-plated contacts help maintain consistent signal quality and reduce contact wear over time. Its compact grey housing is lightweight and easy to position behind monitors or inside AV cabinets, and the female-to-female configuration simplifies cable management by allowing flexible cable orientation and extension.

Suitable for

• Joining two DisplayPort cables to extend cable length
• Connecting DisplayPort sources to displays where cable swap or reorientation is required
• Installations that require a compact inline adapter behind monitors or in AV racks
• High-resolution display setups that use DisplayPort 1.4 capability, including 8K UHD workflows when supported by connected devices and cables

Key specifications

• Connector type: DisplayPort female to DisplayPort female
• DisplayPort version: 1.4 compatibility
• Contact plating: Gold plated contacts for improved conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Color: Grey
• Weight: 0.014 kg
• Form factor: Inline, compact adapter suitable for tight spaces

How to use

To use the adapter, align and insert each DisplayPort cable connector into the respective female ends of the adapter until they click or seat firmly. Verify that both the source device and the display are powered and configured for the desired resolution and refresh rate. When connecting for high-resolution operation such as 8K UHD, use DisplayPort 1.4–capable cables and ensure source and display hardware also support the target resolution and bandwidth.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use high-quality DisplayPort 1.4 cables and avoid excessive bending or mechanical stress near the adapter. Confirm cable and device compatibility for high-resolution and high-refresh-rate configurations, and keep connections clean and dry to preserve the gold-plated contacts.