Can I connect USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort?

USB Type-B and USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort are not directly compatible. You will need a Passive adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort?

Yes, you need a USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort adapter to connect USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort.

Will connecting USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort.

USB Type-B ↔ USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort adapter

Signal Path

USB Type-B USB

Adapter

USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort DisplayPort

USB Type-B

Family USB

Form Factor Square trapezoidal

Pin Count 4

Reversible No

USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort

Family DisplayPort

Form Factor Oval symmetric (USB-C)

Pin Count 24

Reversible Yes

Notes

USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort: USB-C supports DisplayPort Alt Mode natively. A passive USB-C to DisplayPort cable works. USB-A cannot carry video. The USB Type-B (USB) and USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort (DisplayPort) are from different connector families.