Monoprice 25-Feet PS/2 MDIN-6 Male to Male Cable (102538), White
Bottom line: The Monoprice 25-Feet PS/2 MDIN-6 Male to Male Cable is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Mini Din 6 Pin Male to Male
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
25ft PS/2 MDIN-6 Male to Male Cable
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Monoprice 25-Feet PS/2 MDIN-6 Male to Male Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. Monoprice's cables & connectors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for cables & connectors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Mini Din 6 Pin Male to Male
- Beige Color
- PS/2 Cable for input devices
- Quality at a Fair Price: Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Monoprice |
|---|---|
| Color | Beige |
| Model | 102538 |
| Cable Type | ps/2 |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Length | 25 feet |
| Part Number | 102538 |
| Connector Type | Ps/2 Mdin Cable |
| Number of Pins | 6 |
| Maximum Voltage | 5 volts |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | ps/2 male to male |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Specification Met | No |
| Compatible Devices | mouse/keyboard |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models |
| Quality at a Fair Price | Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices. |
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Monoprice 25-Feet PS/2 MDIN-6 Male to Male Cable (102538), White is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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