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Black 50 cm USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-E to Type-C front panel cable with silver PCI bracket and two slot covers

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No Sew USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-E to Type-C Front Panel Cable 50cm 20Gbps

SKU CH-XR66-3SKSQ

A USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel adapter cable delivers 20 Gbps data speeds via a 50 cm Type-E to Type-C link with a 12 cm PCI bracket

  • Connection typeUSB Type C to USB Type C
  • Cable length1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Thunderbolt 3 supportUSB Type C
  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsUSB Type C
  • Apple compatibilityUSB Type C
  • 20 Gbps data speed with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host controller
  • Front-panel USB-C access for phones, drives and peripherals
  • Metal PCI bracket and slot covers give secure, protected mounting
  • 50 cm cable reaches most case layouts without strain
  • Driver-free setup with keyed 20-pin Type-E header connector

Front Panel USB-C Adapter

This USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front panel adapter adds a USB-C port to a computer case by connecting to a motherboard Type-E header. It includes a metal PCI bracket and two slot covers for secure mounting. The 50cm cable provides routing flexibility inside most cases. No drivers are required for operation.

Who This Suits

Builders adding a front USB-C port to a case with an available motherboard Type-E header will find this kit straightforward. Users needing Thunderbolt 3 support should verify host controller compatibility. Buyers whose motherboards lack a 20-pin Type-E A-Key header cannot use this adapter. Those requiring internal device connections instead of a front-panel port should look at a different cable type.

Speed Requirement

Full 20Gbps throughput depends on a dedicated USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host controller on the motherboard. Without that controller the link will negotiate a lower speed. The adapter itself is passive and does not convert or boost the signal. Check your motherboard specifications before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameQulkws
Model nameXE00150744 80jhDioi
Product typeUSB
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB Type C to USB Type C
Thunderbolt 3 supportUSB Type C
Connector count1
Connector detailsUSB Type C
Power
Plug typeNo plug
Size & build
Cable length1.97 in (5 cm)
Overall length< 1 in
Compatibility
Apple compatibilityUSB Type C

Questions about this item

What USB standard does the Type-E header support and what speed does it cap at in practice?

The cable uses the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 standard and caps at 20Gbps when the motherboard has a dedicated Gen 2x2 host controller.

What physical space and mounting hardware are needed to fit the bracket?

A 12cm metal PCI bracket and two PCI slot covers are included; they occupy one rear expansion slot in the case.

How is the adapter installed and which step is often done wrong?

Plug the 20-pin Type-E A-Key male connector into the motherboard header matching the key orientation, then secure the bracket with a case screw; the key alignment is the step most often missed.

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