Mobo USB port vs Case USB port

[computernewb]

hi. is there any difference in pluggin in devies from the motherboards usb port on the back or the case usb port in the front? Just say i plug in my mouse or keyboard on the case usb port, will there be a problem?

thanks!

 

[blukatz]

There shouldn't be any difference, aside from what version of usb you're using. Obviously, 3.0 ports are faster than 2.0 ports, but only if you have a device that uses usb 3.0.

So basically, no. You can use any port on the case and your device will work just fine.

 

[geofelt]

hi. is there any difference in pluggin in devies from the motherboards usb port on the back or the case usb port in the front? Just say i plug in my mouse or keyboard on the case usb port, will there be a problem?

thanks!

No problem, either way.

If you will leave a device permanently attached, like a keyboard, I think it is better to attach it to the rear motherboard port. It is less likely to get unplugged or loose there.