Question 1

How easy is this cable to install?

Accepted Answer

It's super easy. It helps, if you don't know your way around the motherboard, to have the manual for your motherboard and case as there are very specific instructions and pictures to guide you through it. But ultimately it's super easy to remove the placeholder on the case and install the plug end. Connecting the power plug to the motherboard is easy once you know which slot to put it into. It's usually along the motherboard edge closest to the front of the PC.

Question 2

which connector does this plug in to on the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

What you're looking for is the USB-C header on the motherboard. It is usually located on the right edge of the motherboard next to the 24-pin power, USB 3.0, and SATA ports. (The exact position/order will vary.) It should be a silver, rectangle-shaped port and will likely stand out visually.

Question 3

What does this plug in to on the motherboard?  I can't tell what type of connector that is.

Accepted Answer

It plugs into a special port dedicated to an external USB-C connector. My B650 motherboard has the port labeled as the "USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Connector" in the manual, and "U32-C10" next to the port on the actual board.

Question 4

Where does this plug in to on the motherboard?  I can't tell which type of connector that has on it.

Accepted Answer

Newer Motherboards will include front-panel header connector(s) for USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C.

This cable will allow you to upgrade the following Fractal Design computer cases to include Front Panel input/output for USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C. Actualy located on on the Right Top Front Edge of the Fractal Design Pop Air line of cases.

- Pop Air Mini
- Fractal Design Pop Air XL
- Fractal Design Pop Air Silent

Search newegg for: POP FRACTAL DESIGN to see all computer cases that fit the FD-A-USBC-001 Pop Accessory USB-C 10Gbps Cable - Model D.

In conclusion, you will upgrade these cases to have a front panel USB-C connector.

Question 5

I have Fractal POP XL Air but my mobo B650E MAX GAMING WIFI only supports 5Gbps front USB-C. Is there any compatibility issue? I mean physical side. I know the speed will be downgraded to 5Gbps and that's fine.

Accepted Answer

It is designed for a pop air xl. That is the case I have and it fit perfectly and depending on where the connector is on your mobo you might have extra slack.

Question 6

Does this cable come with the case or do I have to buy it separately?

Accepted Answer

The cable does not come with the case, it is a separate option that you much purchase.

Question 7

Does the cable work as advertised?

Accepted Answer

Overall, the product performs as expected according to reviews.

Question 8

Does this cable require a specific header on the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

It needs a USB C header on the Mobo. Check the manual

Question 9

Would this one work in a fractal meshify compact lite?

Accepted Answer

No. Works ONLY in Pop

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