StarTech Adapters

Bridge Any Connection Gap in Your Setup

Island Electrical Supply carries StarTech adapters and converters for video, USB, network, and serial connections. Whether you need to connect a USB-C laptop to a VGA projector, add Ethernet to a tablet, or convert fiber to copper, StarTech has an adapter for it.

Best for: IT departments, help desks, and AV integrators who need a reliable supply of adapters to connect legacy and modern devices across every interface standard.

Shop by Adapter Type

• Video Adapters — HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, DVI, and VGA converters for multi-monitor setups
• USB Adapters — USB-C to USB-A, USB to serial, USB to Ethernet, and more
• Network Adapters — Gigabit, 2.5G, and 10G Ethernet adapters (USB and PCIe)
• Media Converters — fiber-to-copper, SFP-based, and protocol converters
• Wireless Adapters — WiFi and Bluetooth USB adapters

Choosing the Right Adapter

Active vs Passive Adapters

Passive adapters simply rewire pin connections between compatible standards (e.g., DisplayPort to HDMI). Active adapters contain a conversion chip and are required when the source port does not natively output the target signal — for example, USB-C to VGA or USB-C to dual HDMI. Active adapters cost more but support broader compatibility.

USB-C vs Thunderbolt

USB-C adapters work with any USB-C port. Thunderbolt adapters require a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port but deliver higher bandwidth — important for dual 4K displays, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, or PCIe storage. Check your laptop specs to know which port you have before buying.

Pair With Your Adapters

• Cables — the cables that connect to your adapters
• Docking Stations — multi-port laptop docks when a single adapter is not enough
• USB Hubs — expand USB ports alongside your adapters
• Monitors — displays for your video adapters and converters
• All Networking Equipment — switches, APs, and firewalls
• All StarTech Products — the full 1,400+ product catalog

Qualifying orders ship free. Contact our team for adapter compatibility guidance.