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Small black rectangular PCB adapter with vertical 19 pin and 20 pin headers

COMeap USB 3.2 Gen 1 to Gen 2 Header Adapter Vertical Type

SKU CH-6QB8-3YWRZ

Converts a motherboard USB 3.0 19-pin header to a USB 3.1 20-pin front-panel connector for up to 10 Gbps

  • Adapter typeUSB 3.1, 3.0
  • First connectorUSB 3.1, 3.0
  • Second connectorUSB 3.1, 3.0
  • Units per package1
  • Product typeUSB 3.1, 3.0
  • Product colorVertical
  • Converts a USB 3.0 19-pin header to a USB 3.1 20-pin front-panel connector
  • Supports up to 10 Gbps data transfer without driver installation
  • Works with Windows XP through 10, macOS and Linux on common motherboards
  • Vertical 23×11×19.5 mm black PCB with self-adhesive tape for tight builds
  • Weighs only 0.009 kg so it adds negligible mass to the assembly

USB 3.2 Gen 1 to Gen 2 header adapter

This vertical adapter converts a motherboard USB 3.0 19-pin internal header into a USB 3.1 20-pin front-panel header. It is designed for PC builders and technicians who need to connect a modern USB Type-C front panel to an older motherboard that lacks the newer header. The unit supports Windows XP through Windows 10, Mac and Linux without requiring driver installation.

Premium black PCB with self-adhesive tape

The adapter uses a premium high-performance black PCB measuring 23 by 11 by 19.5 millimetres and weighing .009 kilograms. Connector A is a USB 3.0 19/20-pin male housing header for the motherboard, while Connector B is a USB 3.1 A-Key 20-pin female header for the front panel. A self-adhesive tape strip is included to help secure the small vertical module inside the chassis during assembly.

Verify motherboard header

Confirm the motherboard provides a USB 3.0 19-pin internal header; the adapter will not work with a USB 2.0 IDC connector. The supplier notes that the unit must be installed step by step to avoid shorting pins and potential motherboard damage. Remove the power cable and wait 10 seconds before beginning installation to ensure no residual power remains on the header.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCOMeap
Product typeUSB 3.1, 3.0
Product colorVertical
Adapter typeUSB 3.1, 3.0
Ports & slots
First connectorUSB 3.1, 3.0
Second connectorUSB 3.1, 3.0
Size & build
Product weight0.009 kg
In the box
Units per package1

Questions about this item

What USB standard does the USB 3.2 Gen 1 to Gen 2 Header Adapter support, and what is the maximum data transfer speed?

The adapter converts a USB 3.0 19-pin motherboard header to a USB 3.1 20-pin front-panel header, enabling data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps.

What are the physical dimensions and connector types required for the COMeap USB 3.2 Gen 1 to Gen 2 Header Adapter to fit?

The vertical adapter measures 23*11*19.5mm, uses a USB 3.0 19/20-pin male motherboard header (Connector A) and a USB 3.1 A-Key 20-pin female front-panel header (Connector B).

How is the USB 3.2 Gen 1 to Gen 2 Header Adapter installed, and what critical step prevents motherboard damage?

Remove the power cable, wait 10 seconds, then install step by step to avoid shorting pins; the adapter includes self-adhesive tape for securing it, and requires no drivers.

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