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Black USB 3.1 front-panel header to USB 3.0 Type-A female extension cable, 50 cm

Vszerda

Vszerda USB 3.1 Front Panel Header to USB 3.0 Type-A Female Extension Cable 50cm

SKU CH-C3PW-G3K8R

Connects a motherboard USB 3.1 front-panel header to an external USB 3.0 Type-A port over 50 cm

  • Connection typeUSB Type A
  • Cable length1.6 ft (0.49 m)
  • Connector count9
  • Connector detailsUSB Type A
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Build detailsCopper
  • Adds a front-panel USB 3.0 Type-A port via USB 3.1 header
  • 50 cm cable reaches most mid-tower drive bays easily
  • Male-to-male copper conductors support SuperSpeed data transfer
  • Panel-mount female Type-A connector fits standard cut-outs cleanly
  • Designed for backward compatibility with USB 3.0 pin layout

Front-panel USB 3.1 header adapter

This cable connects a motherboard USB 3.1 front-panel header to a standard USB 3.0 Type-A female port. It is intended for PC builders who need to bring a front-panel header connection to an accessible Type-A socket. The 50 cm length suits internal routing in typical chassis layouts. Buyers who need a direct Type-C front-panel connection or an external drive dock cable cannot use this product.

Installation notes and common issues

The connector uses the USB 3.0 pin set with additional contacts for the 3.1 header, so alignment with the motherboard key is essential. No official header specification has been published, so pin-out compatibility should be verified against the board manual before seating the connector. Forcing a misaligned header can bend pins on the motherboard. The panel-mount Type-A end requires a suitable cut-out or bracket in the case.

Practical limits of the USB 3.1 front-panel

The interface relies on the USB 3.0 pin arrangement with extra signals, so maximum throughput is bounded by the 3.0 electrical specification. Cable length is fixed at 1.6 ft, limiting placement options for the Type-A port. Motherboards with the required header remain rare; early examples include the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS IX FORMULA and STRIX Z270I or Z270G boards. Systems lacking this specific header cannot use the cable.

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Price $18.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameZdyCGTime
Model nameZdyCGTime
Product typeUSB
Product colorUsb 3.1
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB Type A
Connector count9
Connector detailsUSB Type A
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable length1.6 ft (0.49 m)
Overall length1.6 ft (0.49 m)
Build detailsCopper

Questions about this item

How can I verify the USB 3.1 header cable is functioning correctly after connecting it to my motherboard?

Plug a USB 3.0 device into the Type-A female port and confirm the operating system recognises it at USB 3.0 speeds. The cable uses the USB 3.0 pin set and is designed to be backwards compatible.

What comes in the package and do I need any extra parts to install the 50 cm extension?

The pack contains one 1.6 ft black cable with a USB 3.1 front-panel header on one end and a USB 3.0 Type-A female connector on the other. No additional components are required for installation.

Which motherboard header version should I match when choosing this 50 cm cable for my build?

Select this cable if your motherboard has a USB 3.1 front-panel header such as those found on the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS IX FORMULA or STRIX Z270I and Z270G boards.

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