Frontpanel Akasa AK-ICR-34 Universal

The Akasa AK-ICR-34 Universal front panel is a 3.5" bay module that adds four USB ports to a desktop PC. Constructed from durable aluminum and available in black and grey, the panel provides two Quick Charge 3.0 ports and two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, connecting internally to motherboard headers and operating from a 12V input.

Advantages

Two dedicated QC 3.0 fast-charging ports each deliver up to 18 W and use INOV (Intelligent Negotiation for Optimum Voltage) to optimise power delivery. The compact 3.5" bay design saves external desk space while providing convenient front access to USB and fast-charge ports. Internal header connections enable full functionality without occupying external expansion slots.

Suitable for

• Adding front USB ports to a desktop PC chassis with a 3.5" bay
• Charging phones and tablets quickly using QC 3.0
• Connecting USB peripherals such as flash drives, keyboards or mice via USB 3.1 Gen 1

Key specifications

• Form factor: 3.5" front panel module
• Ports: 2 × Quick Charge 3.0, 2 × USB 3.1 Gen 1
• QC 3.0 output: up to 18 W per port
• Power negotiation: INOV (Intelligent Negotiation for Optimum Voltage)
• Input voltage: 12 V (internal connection to motherboard headers)
• Material and colour: aluminum, available in black and grey

How to use

Install the Akasa AK-ICR-34 into an available 3.5" bay in your PC chassis and connect the included cables to the appropriate motherboard USB headers and the 12 V power source as specified by the motherboard manual. Once connected, the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports operate as standard high-speed data ports and the QC 3.0 ports provide fast charging automatically when a compatible device is detected.

Recommendations

For best results, connect the panel to the correct internal USB headers and a stable 12 V supply. Use QC 3.0-capable cables and devices to achieve the quoted 18 W charging performance and avoid overloading a single header with multiple high-draw devices.