EN-Labs 20Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-E to USB-C Flat Cable with PCIe Bracket 1.64FT
Adds a front-panel USB-C port at 20 Gbps using an internal Type-E header and PCIe bracket
- Port count1
- Supported standardsUSB 3.2
- Transfer speed20 Gbit/s
- Product colorBlack
- Product typeUSB
- Adds a front-panel USB-C port via internal Type-E header
- 20 Gbps data transfer with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 standard
- Works with existing 10 Gbps and 5 Gbps USB devices
- Delivers up to 5V/3A power for charging phones or drives
- Installs cleanly using the included full-profile PCIe bracket
Internal USB 3.2 Type-E to USB-C adapter
This flat cable converts a motherboard internal USB 3.2 Type-E 20-pin header to an external USB-C female port. It is built for PC builders who want a front-panel or rear-bracket USB-C connection without replacing the motherboard. The assembly includes a full-profile PCIe bracket cover for standard case mounting. Data transfer reaches 20 Gbps under USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.
Installation notes and common issues
The cable plugs directly into the Key-A 20-pin header and secures with the supplied bracket screws; no drivers are required. Builders must verify the motherboard actually provides a USB 3.2 Type-E header, otherwise the connector will not fit. The flat cable measures 1.64FT, so routing space inside compact chassis should be checked before starting.
Deciding specification — 20 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
The single figure that determines suitability is the 20 Gbps transfer rate delivered by USB 3.2 Gen 2x2. The link drops to 10 Gbps or 5 Gbps when connected to slower hosts or devices. It supplies up to 5V/3A for charging but does not carry DisplayPort Alt Mode or Thunderbolt video signals. Buyers needing video output or Thunderbolt connectivity should choose a different adapter.
How it compares
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- Price $8.99
- Cheaper than about 91% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Product type | USB |
| Performance | |
| Transfer speed | 20 Gbit/s |
| Connectivity | |
| Supported standards | USB 3.2 |
| Ports & slots | |
| Port count | 1 |
Questions about this item
How can I verify the cable is delivering 20 Gbps after connecting it to my motherboard's Type-E header?
Connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 storage device and check that your operating system reports a 20 Gbps link speed; the cable is backward-compatible with 10 Gbps and 5 Gbps devices, so slower negotiation means the device or port is limiting the rate.
What comes in the box and do I need any extra parts to mount the bracket?
The package includes the 1.64 ft flat cable with a panel-mounted USB-C female connector and a full-profile PCIe bracket cover; no additional screws or adapters are required for standard case installation.
Should I choose this 20 Gbps model or a 10 Gbps version for my USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 motherboard header?
Select this 20 Gbps cable to match the Gen 2x2 header; it will also work with Gen 2 10 Gbps and Gen 1 5 Gbps headers, but a 10 Gbps cable would cap the faster header at half speed.
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