Why you need this adapter Enables a clean, reliable USB 3.1 frontpanel connection when space behind the motherboard is limited or cable routing is difficult. Keeps full 10 Gbps USB 3.1 performance while providing a lowprofile, rightangle connection that prevents bent pins and stressed cables. Made for PC builders, gamers and professionals who need a compact, durable solution to connect USBC devices to motherboards with a Type E frontpanel header. Key benefits Spacesaving rightangle (90°) design: eases installation in SFF cases and tight cable channels without sacrificing speed. Accurate alignment: Type E maletofemale connectors match the USB 3.1 frontpanel header for secure, error seating. Stable, speed transfers: goldplated contacts and shielding protect signal integrity during bandwidthheavy file transfers at up to 10 Gbps. Durable construction: metal housing plus ABS connector components combine rigidity and impact resistance for longterm use. Features and specifications Connector type: USB 3.1 Type E male to female Orientation: 90° angled adapter for frontpanel header installations Performance: Supports USB 3.1 data rates up to 10 Gbps Contacts and shielding: Goldplated contacts with shielding for reliable signal integrity Materials: Metal housing with ABS connector parts for durability and secure fit Practical use scenarios 1. Smallformfactor PC build: Install a frontpanel USBC port in a compact or HTPC case where a straight connector would collide with the chassis or obstruct nearby components. 2. Tidy cable routing behind the motherboard tray: Route the USB 3.1 header parallel to the motherboard to avoid kinking cables and to keep airflow and component access unobstructed. 3. Upgrading or retrofitting cases: Add or a frontpanel USBC connection in existing builds when the motherboard provides a Type E header but internal space is limited. Compatibility and installation notes Designed specifically for USB 3.1 frontpanel Type E headers and USBC devices connected to 3.1 motherboards. Use when a rightangle connector is needed to avoid mechanical interference or to improve cable management. Ensure the motherboard header is a USB 3.1 Type E frontpanel header before installation. This adapter provides a compact, durable, speed solution for connecting USBC devices to USB 3.1 Type E frontpanel headers in spaceconstrained PC builds.