While the Digital Visual Interface, or DVI, standard has been supplanted by HDMI for consumer applications, some older consumer equipment uses the DVI interface and DVI is still the only way to get extended video resolutions on PCs beyond 1920x1080 offered by HDMI This Dual Link DVI-D cable is capable of supporting the extended 2560x1600@60Hz digital video resolution with more than 24 bits of color information per pixel. The cable uses 24 AWG conductors and includes a pair of ferrite cores to prevent stray RFI and EMI signals from interfering with the video data signal. The connector heads feature thumbscrews to secure the cable to the PC or monitor. Each plug and pin is gold plated to ensure smooth, corrosion-free connections. The CL2 rating on this cable indicates that it complies with fire safety codes and insurance requirements, making it safe for use inside the walls of residential class buildings.