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Silver front-panel hub with two Type-A and two Type-C ports for 5.25 inch bay

Fervit

Fervit 10Gbps USB 3.1 Type-A & Type-C 4-Port Front Panel Hub for 5.25" Bay

SKU CH-XNT0-9Y5NS

Adds four USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports to a 5.25-inch bay via a 20-pin Type-E header, delivering up to 10 Gbps and 5 V 2 A with SATA power

  • 10 Gbps USB 3.1 Gen2 transfers files fast via VL822 chipset
  • Four ports — two Type-A and two Type-C — expand front-panel connectivity
  • Fits a 5.25 inch bay and connects to a 20-pin Type-E motherboard header
  • SATA power adapter delivers up to 5 V 2 A for power-hungry devices
  • Backward compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1 speeds

Front-Panel Hub for 5.25-Inch Bays

This Fervit hub adds four USB ports to a 5.25-inch drive bay. It provides two Type-A and two Type-C connectors for external devices. The unit targets desktop builders who want front-access USB 3.1 Gen2 speeds without opening the case again.

Installation and Common Issues

The hub connects to a 20-pin Key-A Type-E header on the motherboard. Optional SATA power can supply up to 5V 2A for demanding peripherals. Installation fails when the board lacks a Type-E header or when the header is already occupied. The Type-C ports carry data and power only; they do not support video, audio or thunderbolt devices.

Compatibility Check Before Ordering

Verify that your motherboard exposes a 20-pin USB 3.2 or USB 3.1 Key-A Type-E header. Confirm a free 5.25-inch bay exists in the chassis. Ensure the power supply has an available SATA connector if you plan to use the supplemental power cable. Buyers whose boards only offer older 19-pin headers cannot use this hub.

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Price $64.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameFervit

Questions about this item

How can I verify the hub is delivering 10Gbps after installing it in a 5.25" bay?

Connect a USB 3.1 Gen2 device and run a transfer test; the VL822 chipset with Multiple INs should saturate the 10Gbps link when the motherboard Type-E header is USB 3.2 or 3.1 Gen2.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately for the Fervit front-panel hub?

The hub, mounting tray for a 5.25" bay and a 20-pin Type-E header cable are included; a SATA power cable from the PSU is required separately to enable the 5V 2A fast-power feature.

Which version should I choose if my motherboard only has a USB 3.0 20-pin header?

The hub works with USB 3.2, 3.1 and 3.0 headers, but a USB 3.0 header limits throughput to 5Gbps instead of the full 10Gbps supported by the VL822 chipset.

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