Connecting a USB C to a USB A port shouldn't harm your motherboard as long as it's properly seated.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Connecting a USB C to a USB A port shouldn't harm your motherboard as long as it's properly seated.

ricby
Senior Member

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07-05-2016, 11:44 AM

I mistakenly connected my USB C to a USB A port, which caused a power surge warning. The device didn’t shut down, but it continued running after I reset it. I successfully copied about 3.2 GB of data without issues. It seems the problem was with the USB port itself, not my motherboard. Since my USB C is working fine and I’m concerned about that specific port, I think this forum would be a good place to discuss it.

ricby

07-05-2016, 11:44 AM #1

jedi_sandmite_
Member

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07-07-2016, 06:19 AM

At this stage, it's just a matter of waiting.

jedi_sandmite_

07-07-2016, 06:19 AM #2

At this stage, it's just a matter of waiting.

ColSpeed
Member

197

07-08-2016, 01:56 AM

If the device is functioning, you haven’t caused any damage yet. I recommend examining the port closely and ensuring nothing is bent or any connections are missing. A picture of the port would be very useful.

ColSpeed

07-08-2016, 01:56 AM #3

SashoLoL
Junior Member

07-23-2016, 08:58 PM

It's likely the USB controller cut off the connection before the short caused major harm. Consider powering off, disconnecting the PC from the outlet for a while, then reconnecting and restarting.

SashoLoL

07-23-2016, 08:58 PM #4

It's likely the USB controller cut off the connection before the short caused major harm. Consider powering off, disconnecting the PC from the outlet for a while, then reconnecting and restarting.

miknes123
Senior Member

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07-31-2016, 12:41 AM

I checked the port and found nothing damaged. It seems I didn’t twist anything since I didn’t push it. The tiny USB-C connector simply slipped into the port.

miknes123

07-31-2016, 12:41 AM #5

I checked the port and found nothing damaged. It seems I didn’t twist anything since I didn’t push it. The tiny USB-C connector simply slipped into the port.

samaclause
Member

142

07-31-2016, 03:51 AM

I have already disconnected the PC and will reconnect it shortly.

samaclause

07-31-2016, 03:51 AM #6

I have already disconnected the PC and will reconnect it shortly.

iiTlanks
Junior Member

07-31-2016, 10:53 PM

It seems the device is still operational, so major issues are improbable. USB connections typically include a removable fuse to guard against excessive current and short circuits.

iiTlanks

07-31-2016, 10:53 PM #7

It seems the device is still operational, so major issues are improbable. USB connections typically include a removable fuse to guard against excessive current and short circuits.

DarkHorse98
Junior Member

08-01-2016, 12:49 AM

I do hope so

DarkHorse98

08-01-2016, 12:49 AM #8

I do hope so

Mountain_Girl
Member

172

08-01-2016, 01:47 AM

Because of the warning about the short circuit, it's likely safeguarded in some capacity.

Mountain_Girl

08-01-2016, 01:47 AM #9

Because of the warning about the short circuit, it's likely safeguarded in some capacity.

RobloxKid69
Member

102

08-01-2016, 03:10 AM

#10

I've been operating continuously for several hours and there are no problems. I'm still monitoring the USB A connection.

RobloxKid69

08-01-2016, 03:10 AM #10

I've been operating continuously for several hours and there are no problems. I'm still monitoring the USB A connection.