Front port USB Type-C extender reference design

The Front Port Type-C extender reference design connects to an internal motherboard USB3.0 connectors and provides signal conditioning to both High-Speed and SuperSpeed signals to the remotely placed front port Type-C connector. This module enables two fully functional USB Type-C connectors on the internal USB motherboard connector.  

Features

• Operates from 5V provided from motherboard VBUS not requiring and external supply
• USB2.0, USB3.0 compatible
• Supports all system low-power states
• Enables Type-C connectivity
• Small Design eases system implementation

Parts Include:

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TPS25910  20V, 6.5A, 30mΩ eFuse with Adjustable +/-15% Accurate Current Limit 
TUSB211   USB 2.0 480Mbps High Speed Signal Conditioner 
TUSB321   USB Type-C Configuration Channel Logic and Port Control 
TUSB542   USB Type-C 5Gbps Redriver 2:1 MUX 

Learn more by downloading the reference design below