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Dell WN097 front I/O panel with two USB and two audio ports

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DELL WN097 Front I/O Panel USB Audio Power Switch Inspiron 530s 531s

SKU CH-SGJV-MVS23

Front I/O panel adds two USB ports and audio jacks with power switch for Dell Inspiron 530s and 531s desktops

  • TypeAudio Switch 2 $ 2 USB Ports
  • AudioAudio Ports
  • Front-panel USB and audio ports for easy device access
  • Two USB connectors support peripherals without reaching the rear
  • Dual audio jacks let you plug in headphones and a microphone
  • Integrated power switch restores front-panel control to the chassis
  • Direct replacement for Dell Inspiron 530s and 531s systems

Dell WN097 Front I/O Panel

This new Dell WN097 front I/O panel provides two USB ports and two audio jacks alongside the power switch for Inspiron 530s and 531s desktops. It restores front-panel connectivity when the original board has failed or been damaged during service.

Thermals Noise and Power

As a passive connector board the unit draws no power of its own and produces no heat or noise. Normal system thermals and acoustics are unchanged because the part simply routes existing USB and audio signals to the front of the chassis.

Compatibility Decider

The part fits only Dell Inspiron 530s, 531s and Studio 540s models according to the supplier data. Builders working on any other chassis or motherboard layout cannot use this panel.

Highlights

  • Front-panel USB and audio ports for easy device access
  • Two USB connectors support peripherals without reaching the rear
  • Dual audio jacks let you plug in headphones and a microphone
  • Integrated power switch restores front-panel control to the chassis
  • Direct replacement for Dell Inspiron 530s and 531s systems

Specifications

TypeAudio Switch 2 $ 2 USB Ports
AudioAudio Ports

Questions about this item

How do I install the WN097 front I/O panel into an Inspiron 530s or 531s chassis?

Align the board with the front bezel cut-out, secure it with the original screws, then connect the two USB headers and the audio header to the matching motherboard pins; the power-switch cable plugs into the front-panel header.

Which connectors on the WN097 panel are most likely to wear out and need replacement first?

The two USB ports and two audio jacks see the most insertions; they are soldered to the board, so heavy use may eventually require a new WN097 panel.

What is the first limitation I will hit when using both USB ports continuously on the WN097 panel?

Both USB ports share the single internal header bandwidth, so sustained transfers on both ports simultaneously will be limited by that shared connection.

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