Add a VGA display
Connect a VGA monitor or projector to an available USB Type-A port when a built-in VGA output is unavailable.
StarTech USB 2.0 External Video & Graphics Card | Multi-Monitor | USB-Powered | Supports Windows¨ USB2VGAE3
Model # USB2VGAE3
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SKU: USB2VGAE3
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StarTech USB 2.0 to VGA Display Adapter
Add a VGA display to a compatible Windows computer through USB 2.0, with mirror or extended-desktop modes and resolutions up to 1920 × 1200.
Up to 1920 × 1200Mirror or extendWindows compatible
Key features at a glance
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Full HD-plus resolution
Support display resolutions up to 1920 × 1200 with compatible Windows hardware, displays and applications.
Flexible desktop modes
Use the connected display to mirror the primary screen or extend the Windows desktop for additional workspace.
Multi-adapter capability
Use up to five total adapters on one computer, subject to available USB ports and sufficient system resources.
Australian version with official 2 Years warranty
Supplied by DeviceDeal and covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice; coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers based on the supplied product information and specifications.
What does the StarTech USB2VGAE3 do?
It adds a VGA monitor or projector to a compatible Windows computer through a USB 2.0 Type-A port.
What is the maximum supported resolution?
The official specification lists a maximum resolution of 1920 × 1200.
Can it mirror or extend the desktop?
Yes. It supports mirrored and extended-desktop display modes in Windows.
Can multiple adapters be used on one computer?
Yes. Up to five total adapters can be used, subject to available USB ports and sufficient system resources.
Which operating systems are supported?
The listed support covers Windows 11, Windows 11 on ARM, Windows 10, 8, 8.1, 7, Vista and XP. It is not compatible with macOS, ChromeOS or Linux.
Is it suitable for gaming or graphics-intensive work?
No. The official guidance positions it for office productivity and states that it is not intended for graphics-intensive applications or gaming.
What computer resources are recommended?
The current specification lists a quad-core 2.4GHz processor, with Intel Core i5 recommended, and 4GB of system memory. Administrator rights are required for driver installation.
What warranty applies in Australia?
The Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal is covered by a two-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms, eligibility and product assessment.
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Features and highlights
StarTech USB2VGAE3
Add a VGA display
Connect a VGA monitor or projector to an available USB Type-A port when a built-in VGA output is unavailable.
Full HD-plus resolution
Support display resolutions up to 1920 × 1200 with compatible Windows hardware, displays and applications.
Flexible desktop modes
Use the connected display to mirror the primary screen or extend the Windows desktop for additional workspace.
Multi-adapter capability
Use up to five total adapters on one computer, subject to available USB ports and sufficient system resources.
- USB 2.0 Type-A host connection and VGA female output
- Trigger T2-285A chipset with 32MB memory
- USB-powered with an attached 50cm cable
- Designed for office productivity, not graphics-intensive applications or gaming
Warranty confidence: Australian-version product with a 2 years official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.
Technical specifications
StarTech USB2VGAE3 specifications organised from the supplied product data.
Warranty Information
| Warranty | 2 Years |
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Hardware
| Bus Type | USB 2.0 |
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| Chipset ID | Trigger - T2-285A |
| Memory | 32MB |
| Ports | 1 |
Performance
| Maximum Resolution | 1920 × 1200 |
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| Display Modes | Mirror or extend |
| Maximum Adapters per Computer | Up to 5 total, dependent on system resources |
Connector(s)
| Host Connector | 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A male |
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| Display Connector | 1 × VGA female |
Software
| OS Compatibility | Windows 11; Windows 11 ARM; Windows 10, 8, 8.1, 7, Vista and XP |
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| Unsupported Operating Systems | macOS, ChromeOS and Linux |
Special Notes / Requirements
| Processor | Quad-core 2.4GHz; Intel Core i5 recommended |
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| System Memory | 4GB |
| Installation | Administrator rights required for driver installation |
| Usage Note | Not intended for graphics-intensive applications or gaming |
Power
| Power Source | USB-Powered |
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Physical Characteristics
| Cable Length | 19.7 in [50cm] |
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| Product Length | 3.5 in [88mm] |
| Product Width | 2.0 in [52mm] |
| Product Height | 0.7 in [18mm] |
| Weight of Product | 3.3 oz [94g] |
What's in the Box
| Included in Package | 1 × USB 2.0 to VGA adapter; product documentation |
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| SKU | USB2VGAE3 |
| Barcode # | 65030844178 |
| Brand | STARTECH |
| Shipping Weight | 0.2500kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.150m |
| Shipping Height | 0.040m |
| Shipping Length | 0.210m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.001260000m3 |
Australian version and official StarTech.com warranty
This is the Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia for 2 years.
Please retain the DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.
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