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20 cm cable with 19/20-pin header and USB 3.1 Type-E connector

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 20cm USB 3.0 19/20Pin to USB 3.1 TypeE Front Panel Header Extension Cable

SKU CH-XYA4-MMJS5

Converts a USB 3.0 19/20-pin motherboard header to a USB 3.1 Type-E front-panel connector in a 20cm length for tidy internal routing

  • Converts USB 3.0 19/20pin header to USB 3.1 TypeE for front-panel USB-C
  • Supports stable USB 3.0/3.1 data speeds for reliable front-panel transfers
  • 20cm length keeps internal wiring tidy in compact and mid-tower cases
  • Fits mainstream motherboards with USB 3.0 20pin and TypeE front-panel headers
  • Plug-and-play design requires no drivers for easy custom PC installation

Header Conversion Cable

This 20cm adapter converts a motherboard USB 3.0 19/20pin internal header into a USB 3.1 TypeE connector. It enables front-panel USB-C connectivity for custom PC builds. The plug-and-play design requires no additional drivers for installation. It suits DIY builders adding modern front-panel ports to compatible mainboards.

Upgrade Path

The cable replaces a direct header-to-header link when the motherboard lacks a native TypeE port for a front-panel USB-C interface. The jump is worth it when a case provides a USB-C front port but the board only offers the older 19/20pin header. It bridges the interface gap without requiring a motherboard swap. Builders without a front-panel USB-C port on their case do not need this adapter.

Capacity and Headroom

The 20cm length supports stable USB 3.0 and 3.1 data transmission for front-panel devices. It comfortably handles internal routing in compact and mid-tower chassis for clean cable management. The fixed length runs out in extended ATX builds where the header-to-front-panel distance exceeds the cable reach. Users needing longer internal runs must source a different cable.

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

What motherboard header does the 19/20pin end of this cable plug into?

It plugs into a standard USB 3.0 19/20pin internal header on the motherboard.

Which orientation matters when connecting the USB 3.1 TypeE connector to the front panel header?

The keyed TypeE connector only fits one way; align the missing pin with the header’s blocked hole before pressing it in.

When should I consider replacing this 20cm extension cable?

Replace it if the connector pins bend, the jacket frays, or front panel USB C ports begin dropping to lower speeds or disconnecting.

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