Connect your Mini DisplayPort monitor to a standard DisplayPort source.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The DP2MDPMF6IN DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort Adapter turns a mini DisplayPort (male) connector into a regular DisplayPort (male) connector making it easy to connect a mini DisplayPort-equipped monitor to a laptop that only provides a standard DisplayPort output (e.g. Apple Toshiba etc.).&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This 6in DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort Video Cable Adapter is designed &amp; manufactured to DisplayPort v1.2 standards; Max resolution: 2560x1600 60Hz (depends on the cable quality; Attached cable must be at least DP 1.2).&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The StarTech.com Advantage&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;- Molded latching connector secures the cable against accidental disconnection&lt;br/&gt;- Easy to use and install&lt;br/&gt;- Backed by a StarTech.com Lifetime warranty