DeLOCK Front Panel 3.5 inch USB 5 Gbps 1 x USB Type-C + 2 x USB Type-A + SD and Micro SD slot

The DeLOCK front panel fits into a free 3.5" drive bay and adds front-access connectivity to your PC. It provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, and integrated SD and Micro SD card slots. The unit connects internally to the motherboard via a 19-pin USB 3.0 header and requires a SATA 15-pin power connection. The front panel is made of metal with a black finish and measures 102 mm × 95 mm × 26 mm.

Advantages

This front panel expands a desktop PC's front I/O with USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and memory card slots without occupying an external USB port. The internal 19-pin header connection supports high-speed 5 Gbps data transfer for compatible devices, while the dedicated SATA power connector supplies stable power to the module. The metal construction and black finish provide a durable, low-profile fit for a 3.5" bay.

Suitable for

• Adding front USB Type-C and Type-A ports to a desktop PC
• Accessing SD and Micro SD cards for photo and file transfers
• Upgrading older cases lacking modern front I/O

Key specifications

• Ports: 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 × SD slot, 1 × Micro SD slot
• Internal connectors: 1 × 19-pin USB 3.0 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) header, 1 × SATA 15-pin power
• Data transfer rate: up to 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 102 mm × 95 mm × 26 mm
• Material/colour: metal, black

How to use

Install the front panel into an empty 3.5" drive bay and secure it according to your case's mounting method. Connect the 19-pin USB 3.0 header cable to the corresponding header on the motherboard and attach the SATA 15-pin power cable to a free power connector from the PSU. Once connected, power on the PC; the operating system should detect the USB ports and card reader automatically. Insert USB devices into the Type-A or Type-C ports and insert SD or Micro SD cards into the respective slots for access.

Recommendations

For full USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance, use compatible devices and a motherboard header that supports USB 3.0/3.2 Gen 1. Avoid forcing memory cards into the slots; insert them gently and ensure correct orientation. If the card reader or ports are not recognized, verify the internal connections and power cable seating before checking drivers in the operating system.