Converting USB connectors?

[_WW_]

Ok...I got my hands on a multifunction panel which has two USB ports. The wiring for them is in marked single leads for connecting to the USB header on my mobo. However, I am already using this header for an 8 in 1 memory card reader.

What I'm thinking of doing is cutting a couple of USB cords and splicing them onto the two USB harnesses from the front panel, routing them through the back of the case and connecting them to a couple of USB ports on the rear I/O panel.

My question is this; could I use phone wire "splice connectors" to make this splice? These are the kind that are self-piercing, clear plastic with the red colored button you depress to make the splice.

....WW (5.0)

 

[jihiggs]

splices are messy, can you just solder the wires onto the front panel connector? if its a standard pin connection you should be able to grab an apropriate size connector from somewhere and attach the loose wires that way.

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[_WW_]

Well...inside the panel everything comes together into one big plug; Ear Phones, Mic, Firewire, and the two USB, and this plug appears to be glued in place!
I guess it might be possible to pull the USB harnesses loose from the plug and try to insert the wires from a cut USB cable. Do I need any kind of special tool for this? Whats the best way to break the bond of the glue so I can pull the plug and work on it?

Maybe I should take it to a shop and have them do it?

....WW (5.0)