Overview
The Gigabyte 12CR1-FPX582-02R is a 3.5″ front panel bracket designed to add two USB 3.0 ports to the front of a PC case via an internal drive bay. This bracket connects directly to the motherboard’s USB 3.0 header using a standard 19/20-pin connector, providing 5Gbps SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data transfer capability while maintaining backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices. The driverless installation and simple mounting make it ideal for system integrators and end users seeking straightforward port expansion without external power requirements.
Key Features
- Two USB 3.0 Type-A female ports with 5Gbps maximum transfer rate
- Mounts in standard 3.5″ drive bay with screw-mounting holes
- Plug-and-play installation—no drivers or external power needed
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices
- 19/20-pin motherboard header connector for standard USB 3.0 integration
- High-density shielding for EMI/RFI rejection
Technical Specifications
- Form Factor: 3.5″ front bay expansion bracket
- USB Ports: 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A female
- Data Transfer Speed: 5Gbps (SuperSpeed USB 3.0)
- Motherboard Connector: 19/20-pin USB 3.0 header
- Power Requirement: Bus-powered (no external PSU connection needed)
- Cable Length: Typical 50 cm (variable by model revision)
- Operating Systems: Windows 7/Vista/XP, Linux, Mac OS
- Backward Compatibility: USB 2.0, USB 1.1
- Certification: RoHS/CE compliant
- Weight: Approximately 5.95 oz
Typical Applications
- Desktop PC builders adding front-panel USB connectivity
- System integrators expanding legacy or custom case configurations
- Workstation upgrades requiring additional USB 3.0 access without internal card slots
- Retrofit solutions for older cases lacking modern front-panel USB
- Industrial control cabinets with embedded PC systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Motherboards with USB 3.0 (19/20-pin) header connector
- Most Intel and AMD-based PC systems
- Cases with available 3.5″ internal drive bay
- Windows 7, Vista, XP; Linux; macOS systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
This bracket is compatible with motherboard models requiring a 3.5″ front-panel USB 3.0 expansion solution. Verify your motherboard’s header configuration before ordering to ensure proper connectivity.
Works With
- Any motherboard with standard USB 3.0 internal header (19/20-pin connector)
- USB 3.0 host controllers from Intel, AMD, and third-party chipsets
- Standard SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices (external drives, hubs, adapters)
- Legacy USB 2.0 devices (backward compatible)
