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Short black cable with USB-C header and Type-E plug plus metal bracket

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 12cm USB-C Front Panel to Type-E 20Gbps Cable with PCIe Bracket

SKU CH-ZGBX-J8940

Connects a front-panel USB-C header to a motherboard Type-E port at 20 Gbps and includes a PCIe bracket for tidy 12 cm routing

  • 20Gbps bandwidth for high-speed storage and peripherals via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
  • Converts USB-C front-panel header to motherboard Type-E internal port
  • Standard PCIe bracket provides secure, stable chassis mounting
  • 12cm length keeps internal cable routing tidy and clutter-free
  • Plug-and-play installation suits custom PCs, gaming rigs and workstations

What this cable does

This 12cm adapter converts a USB-C front-panel header into a motherboard USB Type-E internal port. It operates at USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 specifications for 20Gbps data transfer. The included PCIe bracket provides a secure mounting point inside the chassis. Designed for custom-built PCs, gaming rigs and workstation upgrades.

Who should use it

Builders adding a front-panel USB-C port to a board with a Type-E header will find this a direct fit. The short length keeps internal routing tidy in compact cases. Systems lacking a Type-E motherboard connector or needing a longer reach to the front panel cannot use this cable as supplied.

Build integration

The PCIe bracket occupies one rear expansion slot to anchor the Type-E connection firmly. No extra power cables or drivers are required for the link to function. The 12cm tail reduces excess slack, freeing space behind the motherboard tray for other wiring or airflow.

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Do I need a motherboard with a USB Type-E internal header to use this 12cm adapter?

Yes, the cable connects a front-panel USB-C header to a motherboard USB Type-E port, so that internal connector must be present on your board.

Will this 20Gbps cable work with my older USB 3.0 front-panel ports?

The adapter is built to USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for 20Gbps throughput; it will fall back to the speed of any legacy header you connect, but you will not gain the higher bandwidth.

How can I verify the link is running at 20Gbps after installing the PCIe bracket?

Check the motherboard BIOS or OS device manager for a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connection and run a speed test with a compatible drive to confirm 20Gbps performance.

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