Solved: Where is f_usb in HP Z1 G9 Tower Desktop PC (5F161EA) - HP Support Community

kehi · ‎11-01-2023

Hello, I would like to add a TP-Link Archer TX55E to my HP Z1 G9 Tower Desktop PC (5F161EA). But I can't find the f_usb port on the motherboard. USB connection is necessary for bluetooth to work. Thank you for your help.

erico · ‎11-02-2023

It is unfortunate that HP has not made it simple to find a block diagram or factory image of your workstation's motherboard in the documentation.

I used Google to find an image of a replacement motherboard and there appears to be only a single USB header on it.

That would mean that you should probably seek a replacement for the network card you wanted to use unless you do not mind losing the Bluetooth capability it was delivered with.

There are other ways to add Bluetooth capability to a desktop.

The simplest solution is to procure and use a USB Bluetooth dongle.

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erico · ‎11-01-2023

f_USB is the front USB port connection on the motherboard.

Here is the manual for the Workstation. See chapter 1. I suggest using USB header connections that are currently unused and available, perhaps one of the two internal USB headers.(see the diagram ch.1 pg 6 in the manual's hardware overview section.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c04076661.pdf

Here is the quick setup manual for the Archer TX-55E. Setup looks pretty straightforward to me. Connect the Bluetooth connector to an available USB header on the workstation's motherboard.

https://static.tp-link.com/upload/manual/2023/202310/20231013/7106509698_Archer%20TX20E(UN)%C3%8D_QI...

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kehi · ‎11-02-2023

The attached link leads to the HP Z1 All-In-One type (monitor and computer in one). My question was about the HP Z1 Tower Desktop.

Everything is nicely explained in the attached link, but it does not apply to my product.

erico · ‎11-02-2023

It is unfortunate that HP has not made it simple to find a block diagram or factory image of your workstation's motherboard in the documentation.

I used Google to find an image of a replacement motherboard and there appears to be only a single USB header on it.

That would mean that you should probably seek a replacement for the network card you wanted to use unless you do not mind losing the Bluetooth capability it was delivered with.

There are other ways to add Bluetooth capability to a desktop.

The simplest solution is to procure and use a USB Bluetooth dongle.

I am a volunteer forum member. If my suggestion helped you solve your issue, help others by marking that post as the accepted solution. Say thanks by clicking on the Yes button next to the "was this reply helpful?"

Where is f_usb in HP Z1 G9 Tower Desktop PC (5F161EA)

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