Supermicro MCP-260-00165-0N Front I/O Panel with USB 3.0, VGA, LAN for 1U/2U Chassis

Data center technicians working on Supermicro 1U and 2U rackmount servers often need quick front access to USB, video, and network ports without reaching around to the rear of the chassis. The Supermicro MCP-260-00165-0N front I/O panel solves this by bringing two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, one VGA port, and two RJ45 LAN ports to the front of your server. It also includes power and reset buttons plus LED indicators for power, HDD activity, and network activity, all in a durable black steel and plastic assembly.

Key specifications

• Front panel ports: 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 x VGA (DB-15), 2 x RJ45 LAN
• Internal connectors: 1 x USB 3.0 header (20-pin), 1 x VGA header (10-pin), 2 x LAN headers
• Front panel controls: power button, reset button
• LED indicators: power, HDD activity, network activity (2)
• Included cables: USB 3.0, VGA, LAN, power/reset/LED (approx. 60–70 cm length)
• Material: steel and plastic, black finish
• Compatibility: Supermicro 1U and 2U rackmount chassis
• RoHS compliant

Why choose it

This panel simplifies cable management and reduces the need to access the rear of the chassis for routine tasks. High-speed USB 3.0 ports support fast data transfers, while the integrated LAN headers and ports allow convenient network monitoring and troubleshooting. The robust steel and plastic construction ensures long-term durability in demanding server environments. All necessary internal cables are included, making installation straightforward.

Ideal use cases

• Supermicro 1U and 2U rackmount servers in data centers
• Workstations requiring front panel connectivity for USB, VGA, and LAN
• Server rooms needing easy access to diagnostic ports
• System integrators building custom Supermicro-based systems

Good to know

The MCP-260-00165-0N is a genuine Supermicro accessory designed to match the exact mounting and connector layout of compatible chassis. It is RoHS compliant and comes with all internal cables pre-attached or included for a clean installation.