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Monoprice 102687 10ft 24AWG CL2 Dual Link DVI-D Cable
★★★★★
Dual Link DVI-D at 9.9 Gbps — the 10-foot cable that drives 2560×1600 displays without signal compromise.
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Overview
Key Features
Buy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all Cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers.
The DVI-D Digital Cable delivers the high-performance high-bandwidth interface needed for video displays
These precision-engineered cables are fully compliant with the DVI standard defined by DDWG
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is the standard interface for a high-performance connection between PCs
Quality at a Fair Price: Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices.
Specifications
Cable Length
10 feet
Wire Gauge
24AWG
DVI Standard
DVI-D Dual Link
CL2 Rated
Yes
Compliance
DDWG DVI standard
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Full Dual Link bandwidth at 9.9 Gbps supports 2560×1600 resolution at 60Hz without signal compression.
- 24AWG wire gauge maintains clean signal integrity across the full 10-foot run with no visible degradation.
- CL2-rated jacket provides durable, flame-resistant construction that holds up to sustained desktop use.
- Complete DDWG DVI standard compliance means reliable compatibility across professional GPU and display combinations.
- Monoprice's lifetime warranty removes any long-term risk from the purchase.
👎 Cons
- DVI-D is a legacy interface — no audio signal is carried, and modern displays increasingly ship without DVI ports at all.
- 10 feet may be limiting for setups where the PC and display are more than a desk-width apart; longer runs require separate purchase.
- The 29-pin Dual Link connector adds bulk compared to modern slim cable connectors, which can be awkward in tight cable management setups.
- No locking connector mechanism — the thumbscrews must be tightened manually to prevent accidental disconnection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the practical difference between Dual Link and Single Link DVI-D, and which do I need?
Dual Link DVI-D carries twice the bandwidth of Single Link — up to 9.9 Gbps versus roughly 4.95 Gbps. Single Link maxes out at 1920×1200. If your display runs at 2560×1600 (like a 30-inch professional monitor) or requires high refresh rates above 60Hz at high resolution, you need Dual Link. This cable supports the full Dual Link spec.
Is this cable backward compatible with Single Link DVI-D ports?
Yes. A Dual Link cable is electrically and physically compatible with Single Link ports. You won't get additional performance on a Single Link source, but the cable will function correctly. The 29-pin Dual Link connector fits any standard DVI-D port.
Does 24AWG wire gauge matter for a 10-foot DVI cable run?
At 10 feet, 24AWG is appropriate and provides adequate signal integrity for the full 9.9 Gbps bandwidth. Thinner gauges (higher AWG numbers) can introduce signal degradation at longer runs. For a 10-foot desktop setup, 24AWG is neither overkill nor a bottleneck.
What is the CL2 rating and why does it matter?
CL2 is an in-wall fire safety rating indicating the cable's jacket meets flame-resistance standards required for installation inside walls. For a standard desktop use case, CL2 simply means a higher-quality, more durable outer jacket — it won't cause issues if you're not routing it through walls.
Will this cable work with my GPU if it only has DisplayPort or HDMI outputs?
No — this is a native DVI-D cable, not an adapter. Your GPU needs a physical DVI-D output. Active adapters from DisplayPort to DVI-D exist separately, but this cable itself requires DVI-D on both ends.
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