A male connector or male port is a connector or port with pins instead of holes. These connectors are inserted into a female connector. Examples of male connectors are power plugs and coaxial cables. In the picture, the power cord connector on the left (with holes) is a female connector. The connector on the right, with pins that connects to the wall outlet, is a male connector.

Examples of male connectors and ports

Below are examples of male connectors and ports you may find on the back of your computer or other devices.

  • Power supply port
  • Serial port

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Most ports on the back of the computer are female ports and the male connectors are at the end of a cable.

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