Usb Ports

[erict]

This is a real beginners question. I was looking at motherboards for a desktop and noticed that the usb connectors are built on the motherboards. I then was looking at cases and also noticed that they show the usb ports in the picture of a bare case. I’m a little confused.

My second question is on a laptop are the usb connectors part of your motherboard as well?

 

[cybergomer]

Most motherboards have the option of using front USB and front audio jacks. The USB ports on the front of the case are built into the case and have a connection that plugs into the motherboard.

As for a laptop, I would guess that the USB ports are part of the motherboard. I don't see how there would be much room for a card.