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Black sleeved HD audio extension cable with female and male connectors, 30cm long

Phobya

Phobya HD Audio Extension Cable Female/Male 30cm Black internal power cable

SKU CH-ZW5G-T5PKH

Extends a motherboard HD Audio header by 30 cm with a black-sleeved female-to-male cable

  • Cable length1 ft (0.3 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Extend front-panel audio reach with 30 cm HD Audio female-to-male cable
  • Replace damaged motherboard header cable using identical HD Audio connectors
  • Black sleeved cable keeps build tidy and matches dark-themed interiors
  • Female connector accepts existing front-panel plug for tool-free installation
  • Male connector fits standard motherboard HD Audio header for direct compatibility

Front-panel audio extension

This 30 cm cable extends the internal HD Audio header from the motherboard to a front-panel audio module. It carries microphone and headphone signals without the need to reroute the original loom. Builders fitting a case with a distant or repositioned front panel will find the extra reach essential. The black sleeving keeps the wiring tidy inside the chassis.

Passive signal path

The cable adds no active components, so power draw and thermal output remain zero. Noise is limited to the mechanical rustle of the sleeve against other wires during assembly. Because it simply passes the existing motherboard audio lines, signal quality matches the board’s own header specification. No additional drivers or BIOS settings are required.

Replaces short factory leads

It substitutes the short HD Audio lead supplied with many cases or motherboards when that lead cannot reach the header. The upgrade is worthwhile whenever the stock cable falls short by more than a few centimetres. Builders whose front-panel audio ports already reach the header without strain gain no benefit from this extension.

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Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Cable length1 ft (0.3 m)

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 30 cm HD Audio extension cable to the motherboard front-panel header without reversing the plug?

Align the keyed HD Audio female connector on the cable with the motherboard header so the missing pin slot matches, then press the male end onto the front-panel module until it clicks; the black sleeve prevents snagging on nearby headers.

Will the black sleeving on this 30 cm cable degrade or need replacement over time?

The sleeve is a fixed PET braid that resists abrasion and heat inside a chassis; it does not wear out under normal use and requires no maintenance or periodic replacement.

What is the practical signal-length limit of this 30 cm HD Audio extension before front-panel audio quality drops?

At 30 cm the cable stays well within the HD Audio specification for front-panel runs, so sustained use does not introduce audible noise or signal loss.

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