What's the name of the adapter for the front header pins?

[gamesturbator]

Tired of trying to cram my hands in the case to get the pins plugged in properly. See the image for what I'm talking about:

In the past I've had a couple of those adapters that let you just plug it in all at once. But I can't find out what the adapter is called. Be nice if you linked a store page (Amazon or Newegg) where I can buy them. Thanks!

 

[volkgren]

It's called the Gigabyte G Connector. I'm not sure you can buy it from a store, but you can probably find it on eBay.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR1.TRC0.A0.H0.Xgigabyte+g+connecto.TRS0&_nkw=gigabyte+g+connector&_sacat=0

 

[bigpinkdragon286]

Those are custom pin header blocks that come as extras with some motherboards.

They were more popular a few years ago, but a lot have been discontinued, including aftermarket versions.

You're not going to find an official name, as there is no guaranteed standard for the correct pin-out of those blocks and most motherboard manufacturers have their own names for them.

Your best bet is looking on eBay or calling customer support for your particular motherboard.

MSI calls theirs M Connectors while Gigabyte calls their version G Connectors. Go figure. I prefer Gigabytes design, but to each their own.

 

[volkgren]

Ah, yes I suppose it would depend on your motherboard. I've had MSI motherboard and they did not come with it. But I have 2 relatively new Gigabyte mobos (Z270) that did come with it. Actually, I think the MSI Z270 I have I bought refurbished.

 

[ko888]

ASUS had the Q-Connector (a.k.a. Quick Connector). You have to be careful because they don't work on all ASUS motherboards. Always check for the correct pinout assignments.

https://www.amazon.com/Asus-LYSB00IAZHVCC-ELECTRNCS-ASUS-Q-CONNECTOR-KIT/dp/B00IAZHVCC
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ASUS-Motherboard-Mainboard-Q-Connector-USB-Panel-Kit-12G05100020D-/161004304402

 

[bigpinkdragon286]

I have read that MSI discontinued them, but that's just hearsay.

 

[gamesturbator]

There are so many good answered I can't decide which one to pick for best answer! I'll just have to play rock, paper, scissors with myself. Not sure how I'll win though. 😛

 

[bigpinkdragon286]

Lizard Spock!

 

[gamesturbator]

Of course, why didn't I think of that! Lizard Spock is the perfect name for this adapter!

 

[bigpinkdragon286]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iapcKVn7DdY