Shortage of USB ports and devices.
Shortage of USB ports and devices.
The Asrock X570 Phantom I features eight USB 3.0 ports on the rear, but I don’t utilize any of them.
Usually, most folks don’t require much of it. Additionally, front panel details are now included in cases.
I attempt to set aside my front panel I/O for portable devices such as my iLok and Waves USB key account, which allows two front ports simultaneously. Unfortunately, I’m one of those users who requires at least eight ports in the rear. I understand this isn’t surprising, but it’s surprising to realize some people still have minimal USB needs. They don’t build them like they once did, sigh. I recall a time when all 14 ports were active and I was considering add-in cards for more options. Having extra USB ports is something a user like me would pay extra for.
I employ a Thunderbolt 3 port and therefore bypass the motherboard's USB connections.
I've always been a slow learner when it comes to new gadgets. My upcoming audio interface is set to use Thunderbolt, yet I haven't really tried it yet. In fact, I'm still stuck on USB 2.0 flash drives since my motherboard supports them. Honestly, it's just about saving money—"Why change what works?" Still, a Thunderbolt dock would be practical for most people.
You can always include USB ports, some come as cards or snap-in to your rail, and others act as splitters. You might opt for a larger board—like I did—and then add more as needed. This isn’t too much, but manufacturers seem to focus on standard ports for new computers, not because they cater to everyone. It adds cost, so it’s a selling strategy. What bothers me is when they sell three-prong fans with only four prongs and skip the adapter, adding eight dollars just to make it work. That extra cost really hurts profit margins. People often complain about Chinese-made parts, but my book says America is competing on price—hahaha, it’s a problem.