Eaton P566-010 HDMI to DVI-D Cable 10 ft

Overview :

The Eaton P566-010 is a passive HDMI to DVI-D adapter cable designed to interconnect HDMI source devices with DVI-enabled displays. It is deployed by AV integrators, IT infrastructure teams, and workstation administrators who need to maintain compatibility between mixed digital video interfaces without introducing active conversion hardware. The cable enables direct signal bridging between HDMI outputs and DVI-D inputs.

From a deployment standpoint, the cable supports digital video transmission between HDMI and single-link DVI-D interfaces, enabling interoperability across legacy and modern display systems. It is designed for high-bandwidth digital video transport and supports HD resolutions up to 1080p. The cable is double-shielded to reduce EMI/RFI interference and uses impedance-matched construction to maintain signal integrity across the full cable length.

This cable is typically deployed at the edge layer in workstation environments, AV racks, conference rooms, and digital signage installations. It is used where GPUs, media players, or set-top devices with HDMI outputs must connect to projectors, monitors, or KVM systems that rely on DVI-D inputs. The 3.05 m (10 ft) length aligns with standard short-range endpoint connectivity without requiring active signal extension.

Integration is straightforward within HDMI and DVI ecosystems, requiring no drivers, external power, or signal conversion modules. The cable supports bidirectional compatibility at the physical layer (HDMI to DVI or DVI to HDMI for video), though it transmits digital video only. It does not carry audio signals when interfacing with DVI equipment, consistent with DVI-D limitations.

In a practical deployment scenario, the cable is used to connect a rack-mounted server or workstation GPU with HDMI output to an existing DVI-based KVM switch or monitor in a data center or lab environment. It is also commonly used in digital signage where legacy displays must be retained while upgrading source hardware.

This device should not be used in environments requiring audio transmission over the same cable or where dual-link DVI bandwidth is required. It is also not suitable for long-distance structured cabling or high-resolution applications beyond single-link DVI limits, where active converters or fiber solutions are required.

Key Features

• HDMI male to DVI-D single-link male connectivity
• Supports HD video resolutions up to 1080p
• Double-shielded cable for EMI/RFI protection
• Gold-plated connectors for signal conductivity
• 3.05 m cable length for endpoint deployment