USB 3.1 Gen 1 to USB 3.1 Gen 2 (ITX) conversion

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Terko
Junior Member

08-24-2016, 11:50 PM

I got a gigabyte B450I for a vr pc and a NZXT H210. One small issue, the case has a 3.1 gen 2 header and my motherboard only one usb 3.1 gen 1 header and no 3.1 gen 2 headers. Is it possible so split the gen 1 header to 2 gen 1 headers so i can use a adapter to usb 3.1 gen 2 for the front usb c. I need the port to run a usb 3 speeds at least because I am going to use Oculus Link. Any Help will be appreciated. Thanks.

Terko

08-24-2016, 11:50 PM #1

psych0builder
Member

186

08-25-2016, 03:55 AM

For adapting the header from 3.0 to 3.1, similar to the suggested solution, you should use a USB 2.0 to 3.0 adapter. This will allow the case to support the new USB 3.0 front panel header while maintaining compatibility with the existing socket shape.

psych0builder

08-25-2016, 03:55 AM #2

Diazboss713
Junior Member

08-25-2016, 05:17 AM

These items appear to be compatible based on their descriptions and keywords.

Diazboss713

08-25-2016, 05:17 AM #3

These items appear to be compatible based on their descriptions and keywords.

IIAnthonyII
Member

09-14-2016, 01:36 AM

I haven’t tried VR before, so this might seem silly, but isn’t there a need for DisplayPort over USB-C with the VR device? No converter would make it work with an older controller.

IIAnthonyII

09-14-2016, 01:36 AM #4

I haven’t tried VR before, so this might seem silly, but isn’t there a need for DisplayPort over USB-C with the VR device? No converter would make it work with an older controller.

MicrowavedCat
Member

09-15-2016, 07:30 AM

The quest functions across any USB 3 port, though the exact details remain unclear.

MicrowavedCat

09-15-2016, 07:30 AM #5

The quest functions across any USB 3 port, though the exact details remain unclear.

kimck2000
Junior Member

09-15-2016, 08:22 AM

Split only when necessary; grab the adapter and move on. Mixing hubs and splitters causes loss.

kimck2000

09-15-2016, 08:22 AM #6

Split only when necessary; grab the adapter and move on. Mixing hubs and splitters causes loss.

lancer2003
Junior Member

09-16-2016, 01:23 PM

You only possess a single USB 3 device and none of the USB 3.1 Gen 2 models, and you wish to utilize your front panel at USB 3 speeds.

lancer2003

09-16-2016, 01:23 PM #7

You only possess a single USB 3 device and none of the USB 3.1 Gen 2 models, and you wish to utilize your front panel at USB 3 speeds.

Nacho1219
Member

09-17-2016, 11:03 PM

Sure, just connect the USB 3.0 to 3.1 adapter and you should be fine. You won’t need a splitter unless the header is already in use. Are you aiming for a USB-C port to function at USB 3.0 speeds?

Nacho1219

09-17-2016, 11:03 PM #8

Sure, just connect the USB 3.0 to 3.1 adapter and you should be fine. You won’t need a splitter unless the header is already in use. Are you aiming for a USB-C port to function at USB 3.0 speeds?

SnifePvP
Posting Freak

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09-19-2016, 04:45 AM

Yes, your motherboard only supports one USB 3.0 port and no 3.1 Gen 2. Since it's an ITCX build, you can't use PCI-E cards. You'll need a USB 3.0 splitter and a 3.0 to 3.1 Gen 2 adapter.

SnifePvP

09-19-2016, 04:45 AM #9

Yes, your motherboard only supports one USB 3.0 port and no 3.1 Gen 2. Since it's an ITCX build, you can't use PCI-E cards. You'll need a USB 3.0 splitter and a 3.0 to 3.1 Gen 2 adapter.

Raidex20
Posting Freak

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09-20-2016, 04:34 AM

#10

it seems his setup requires two front panel connectors for full functionality, but his board only has one that works without an adapter—this isn’t the Type C he’s aiming for

Raidex20

09-20-2016, 04:34 AM #10

it seems his setup requires two front panel connectors for full functionality, but his board only has one that works without an adapter—this isn’t the Type C he’s aiming for

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