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Microsoft JTY-00001 USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter

SKU CH-CXFZ-Z7NKD MPN JTY-00001

Adds a USB 3.0 Type-A port to a USB-C device for flash drives, keyboards and other accessories

  • TypeUSB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter
  • ColorBlack
  • Changer TypeUSB-C to USB 3.0
  • Connector A1x USB Type-C male
  • Connector B1x USB 3.0 female
  • FeaturesAdd USB connectivity to your USB-C port Connect Flash drives
  • Add USB-A ports to USB-C devices
  • Connect flash drives, keyboards and accessories
  • USB 3.0 female to USB-C male connector
  • Nickel-plated connectors for reliable contact
  • Compatible with Surface models featuring USB-C

USB-C to USB 3.0 adapter for Surface

This Microsoft adapter adds a USB 3.0 Type-A port to any Surface device equipped with a built-in USB-C connection. It lets you connect flash drives, keyboards and other standard USB accessories without replacing existing peripherals. The compact black dongle plugs directly into the USB-C port for immediate use. It is suited for Surface owners who need legacy USB support on newer hardware.

Passive operation with no external power

The adapter draws power from the host USB-C port and requires no separate supply or driver installation. Nickel-plated connectors maintain reliable contact during repeated insertion cycles. Normal use adds negligible thermal load to the host device. Silent operation is inherent because there are no active cooling components.

Enables existing USB-A peripherals on USB-C

The single Type-A female connector accepts one USB 3.0 device at a time, allowing continued use of current flash drives, input devices or other accessories. No bundled software or configuration utilities are included or required. The accessory changes only the physical interface, leaving data protocols and power delivery to the host system.

Highlights

  • Add USB-A ports to USB-C devices
  • Connect flash drives, keyboards and accessories
  • USB 3.0 female to USB-C male connector
  • Nickel-plated connectors for reliable contact
  • Compatible with Surface models featuring USB-C

Specifications

BrandMicrosoft
ModelJTY-00001
TypeUSB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter
ColorBlack
Changer TypeUSB-C to USB 3.0
Connector A1x USB Type-C male
Connector B1x USB 3.0 female
FeaturesAdd USB connectivity to your USB-C port
Connect Flash drives, keyboards, and other accessories
Compatible with all surface models with Built-in USB-C port
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size75 × 52 × 3 mm

Questions about this item

How do I plug the USB-C male end into my Surface so the USB 3.0 female port faces the right way?

Insert the Type C male connector fully until it clicks; the reversible USB-C plug works either orientation, then attach your flash drive or keyboard to the Type A female port.

Will the nickel-plated connectors need cleaning or replacement after heavy use?

Nickel plating resists corrosion; occasional dry contact cleaner on the Type A female socket keeps insertion smooth, but no scheduled replacement is required.

At what point does the USB 3.1 Gen 1 link become the bottleneck during large file transfers?

The adapter passes USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds up to 5 Gb/s, so sustained copies faster than that will hit the link limit first.

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