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Additional USB connector header

Additional USB connector header

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lolitsPaladin
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09-16-2016, 05:59 AM
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I’m preparing to create a MITX build and have the motherboard I found (https://www.amazon.com/ASRock-Motherboar...B07FVVNDFX). It seems it only has two USB ports. A standard USB connector can handle two devices, but there’s this unusual port labeled USB_5—possibly for a RGB component or something similar. According to the manual, if I build an adapter, could I add another connection from that port? Also, there are a few threads that might fit here; I think this is the best place to post it, correct?
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lolitsPaladin
09-16-2016, 05:59 AM #1

I’m preparing to create a MITX build and have the motherboard I found (https://www.amazon.com/ASRock-Motherboar...B07FVVNDFX). It seems it only has two USB ports. A standard USB connector can handle two devices, but there’s this unusual port labeled USB_5—possibly for a RGB component or something similar. According to the manual, if I build an adapter, could I add another connection from that port? Also, there are a few threads that might fit here; I think this is the best place to post it, correct?

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_HardGamer_
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09-16-2016, 05:59 AM
#2
This power pin seems set for +5V, which aligns with the design of AMD stock coolers featuring RGB lighting, such as the Wraith Prism. The remaining pinout appears to match a typical USB 2.0 internal header. It’s worth noting how many internal headers are actually necessary—most modern setups use USB 3.0 front panels, and unless you require extra ports, a simple USB 2.0 hub usually suffices. Even with software control, I’ve opted for a basic internal header hub when additional connections were needed.
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_HardGamer_
09-16-2016, 05:59 AM #2

This power pin seems set for +5V, which aligns with the design of AMD stock coolers featuring RGB lighting, such as the Wraith Prism. The remaining pinout appears to match a typical USB 2.0 internal header. It’s worth noting how many internal headers are actually necessary—most modern setups use USB 3.0 front panels, and unless you require extra ports, a simple USB 2.0 hub usually suffices. Even with software control, I’ve opted for a basic internal header hub when additional connections were needed.

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MMAZZA
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09-16-2016, 05:59 AM
#3
It's an MITX with few USB ports on the back, but you're looking for the maximum number of available ports.
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MMAZZA
09-16-2016, 05:59 AM #3

It's an MITX with few USB ports on the back, but you're looking for the maximum number of available ports.

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dcanuso
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09-16-2016, 05:59 AM
#4
Fair. My previous three setups used mITX and I like that design, though I’m unsure about other options beyond standard components. A hub might not be the solution either.
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dcanuso
09-16-2016, 05:59 AM #4

Fair. My previous three setups used mITX and I like that design, though I’m unsure about other options beyond standard components. A hub might not be the solution either.