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Small black rectangular adapter with a USB 3.0 twenty-pin male header on one side and a USB 3.1 Type-E female socket on the other

Vszerda

Vszerda USB 3.1 Front Panel Socket Type-E to USB 3.0 20Pin Header Male Extension Adapter

SKU CH-BBGT-BVVMS

Converts a motherboard USB 3.0 20-pin header to a USB 3.1 front-panel socket for up to 5 Gbit/s

  • Rated speedType-E Female to 20Pin Male Angled
  • Connection typeUSB Type C
  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsUSB Type C
  • Connector genderType-E Female to 20Pin Male Angled
  • Apple compatibilityUSB Type C
  • Adds a USB 3.1 front-panel port to any motherboard with a USB 3.0 20-pin header
  • Delivers up to 5 Gbit/s bandwidth through the converted Type-E female connector
  • Compact angled plug inserts directly into the 20-pin header without extra cables or brackets
  • Enables Type-C or Type-A case front-panel USB 3.1 ports on boards lacking a native 3.1 header
  • Works with modern platforms such as AMD AM4 and Intel 2066 socket motherboards

Front-panel USB 3.1 adapter for cases

This adapter converts a motherboard USB 3.0 20-pin header into a USB 3.1 Type-E front-panel socket. It lets a chassis with a USB 3.1 Type-C or Type-A port run at full 5 Gbit/s speed on boards that lack a native 3.1 header. The device is aimed at builders upgrading older platforms or using current AM4 and 2066 boards without the newer header. No driver or external power is required.

Installation and common issues

The compact converter plugs straight into any standard USB 3.0 20-pin header with an angled male terminal. No screws, cables or extra brackets are needed, so fitting takes seconds inside a tight case. The only frequent problem is inserting the keyed plug upside down; the header notch prevents damage but forces a re-seat. Ensure the motherboard header actually supplies two USB 3.0 lanes, otherwise the front port will fall back to slower speeds.

Deciding spec: USB 3.0 header to Type-E conversion

The single detail that determines compatibility is whether your motherboard exposes a USB 3.0 20-pin header. If the board only has USB 2.0 headers or a proprietary connector, this adapter cannot work. When a suitable 3.0 header exists, the converter delivers a genuine USB 3.1 Gen 1 link up to 5 Gbit/s for the front-panel Type-C or Type-A port.

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Price $14.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameXiwai
Model nameUC-308-XY
Product typeUSB Type C
Performance
Rated speedType-E Female to 20Pin Male Angled
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB Type C
Connector count1
Connector detailsUSB Type C
Connector genderType-E Female to 20Pin Male Angled
Size & build
Conductor typeCopper
Build detailsCopper
Compatibility
Apple compatibilityUSB Type C

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the adapter is delivering 5 Gbit/s after installation?

Connect a USB 3.1 device to the front-panel Type-E port, then check the operating system's device manager or USB controller view to verify the link is negotiated at SuperSpeed 5 Gbit/s.

What comes in the box and do I need extra cables or brackets?

The package includes only the UC-308-XY adapter with its angled 20-pin male header; no extra cables, screws or mounting brackets are supplied.

Which motherboard header version should I match — USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 — when choosing this adapter?

Select this adapter when your motherboard has a USB 3.0 20-pin header but your case front panel provides a USB 3.1 Type-E connector.

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