[Solved] Need USB 3.1 Gen1 MB connector to USB2

[Connie Mac]

My case has 4 USB2 ports on the front. Unfortunately, my Asus ROG Strix Z370-I mother board only has one USB2 header. However, it also has a 3.1 gen 1 header. So, is there a cable I can buy that goes from this header down to two USB2 connections?

 

[UtterDisbelief]

My case has 4 USB2 ports on the front. Unfortunately, my Asus ROG Strix Z370-I mother board only has one USB2 header. However, it also has a 3.1 gen 1 header. So, is there a cable I can buy that goes from this header down to two USB2 connections?

Hmmm. Maybe. If the motherboard's USB 3.1 header is of the 20-pin variety. Delock make some but they look like they only step down to 1x 9-pin plug. I guess your case came with 9-pin plugs for the USB 2.0 connectors? I haven't tested one but check them out, you'll find them on Amazon and Ebay. Do some research to see if they are correct pin-outs etc. Check ASUS to see it they spec the port etc.

Here is an example: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0073Y5C5O/?tag=tonymacx86-21

 

[Connie Mac]

Yes, that's what I need. The 9 pin allows two USB2 ports. Thanks much!