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LINKUP USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 2) Internal IDC 20 Pin Motherboard Header to A-Key 20 Pin
Active chipset enables full USB-C features, preserves the functions of Channel Configuration pins (CC1&CC2);
including attach/removal detection, plug orientation detection, and current advertisement.
Also the communications required by the Power Delivery and Alternate Mode.
Female Header Active Converter for Type C Panel Mount Adapter
Connector 1: USB 3.0 (3.1) Internal IDC 20 Pin MB Male Housing Header
Connector 2: USB 3.0 (3.1) A-Key 20P Front Panel Female Header
The adapter converts the available USB 3.0(3.1) IDC socket of a motherboard
into a USB 3.0(3.1) header
The compact adapter can be inserted directly and requires no additional attachments
and offers up to USB 3.0 speed of 5GB/s
Convenient accessory for case with USB 3.1 connector
*NOTE: Does not convert from 5GB/s to 10GB/s. Not compatible with USB 2.0 IDC sockets
- *** Installation Note *** USB power will always be on even when the system is shut down. Please unplug the PC power cable completely for 20 seconds before installation to avoid possible voltage spikes which may damage the chipset on the adapter. This adapter is designed to fit all USB 3.0 20 pin motherboard headers by standard specification. A small number of motherboards do not use standard USB 3.0 20 pin headers which may cause the adapter to get stuck in the socket.
- …Forceful removal of the adapter may cause the header socket to be damaged, LINKUP is not responsible for such damage. Connector 1 (Motherboard) - USB 3.0 Internal IDC 20 Pin MB Male Housing Header. Connector 2 (Front Panel) - USB 3.1 A-Key 20 Pin Front Panel Female Header / NOTE: Does not convert from 5GB/s to 10GB/s. Not compatible with USB 2.0 motherboard IDC connector
- Active chipset enables full USB-C features, preserves the functions of Channel Configuration pins (CC1&CC2); including attach/removal detection, plug orientation detection, and current advertisement. Also the communications required by the Power Delivery and Alternate Mode.
- Recommended to be used with LINKUP - USB-C Type Panel Cable Mount Motherboard Header Extension Adapter (B07THC8ZVF). May not fit ITX motherboard in an ITX case due to not having enough space. 【LINKUP Cares】 Backed by a LINKUP Limited 1-Year Warranty and Complimentary Premium Online Support.
- *** Note on USB current over limit issue: The power from the USB 3.0 header on the motherboard has a power rating at 4.5W (0.9A x 5V). However, many USB-C devices can withdraw power up to 100W (20A x 5V). This may result in a power shut down to protect the motherboard and its components. Not compatible with iPad Pro and other tablets for charging through this port.
