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Two small black rectangular adapters with silver 9-pin male and Type-E female connectors

No Sew

No Sew USB 2.0 to 3.2 Gen 1 Header Adapter 9-Pin Male to Type-E Female 2 Pack

SKU CH-2M88-EFYTA

Converts a motherboard USB 2.0 9-pin header to a Type-E female port for front-panel USB-C, limited to 480 Mbps

  • TypeUSB Type C
  • ColorBlack silver
  • Cable Lengthinches
  • Changer TypeUSB Type C
  • SpecificationsMotherboard
  • Connector AUSB Type C
  • Adds USB-C front-panel access by converting a 9-pin USB 2.0 header to a Type-E connector
  • Driver-free installation works with Windows, Linux and macOS for immediate use
  • Ultra-slim 8 mm height avoids interference with motherboard components or case structures
  • Two adapters included to equip multiple front-panel ports or spare builds
  • Transfer speed limited to 480 Mbps by the USB 2.0 header bandwidth

USB 2.0 header to Type-E adapter

This two-pack converts a motherboard USB 2.0 9-pin header into a Type-E receptacle so a front-panel USB-C port can be connected. Each adapter measures 13×24×8 mm and weighs .11 oz. The parts are driver-free and work with Windows, Linux and Mac OS.

Builders adding USB-C to older boards

Suitable for owners of cases with a USB-C front panel whose motherboard lacks a native 20-pin Type-E header. Not suitable for anyone who needs the full 5 Gbps bandwidth of USB 3.2 Gen 1 because the 9-pin interface caps transfer speed at 480 Mbps.

Maximum throughput limited to 480 Mbps

The adapter is electrically a USB 2.0 device, so the front-panel Type-C port cannot exceed 480 Mbps regardless of the port's physical specification. This single figure decides whether the part meets the build's speed requirement.

Highlights

  • Adds USB-C front-panel access by converting a 9-pin USB 2.0 header to a Type-E connector
  • Driver-free installation works with Windows, Linux and macOS for immediate use
  • Ultra-slim 8 mm height avoids interference with motherboard components or case structures
  • Two adapters included to equip multiple front-panel ports or spare builds
  • Transfer speed limited to 480 Mbps by the USB 2.0 header bandwidth

Specifications

BrandSATUY
ModelUSB 9Pin to Type C/E
Part Number1HEADER-ADAPTER-2P
TypeUSB Type C
ColorBlack silver
Cable Lengthinches
Changer TypeUSB Type C
SpecificationsMotherboard
Connector AUSB Type C
Connector BUSB Type C
FeaturesPC
Package Quantity1

Questions about this item

Will the 13×24×8 mm adapter fit behind my motherboard's 9-pin USB 2.0 header without hitting nearby components?

The ultra-slim 8 mm height is designed to avoid interference from motherboard connector positions or internal case structures.

Which way round does the 9-pin male connector go onto the motherboard header, and what happens if I reverse it?

Align the missing-pin key on the 9-pin male plug with the blocked hole on the motherboard header; reversing it will prevent the adapter from seating fully.

Does the Type-E female port on the front panel need any firmware updates or driver installs over time?

No driver or firmware is required; the adapter is passive and the USB-C port will remain limited to 480 Mbps by the USB 2.0 header.

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