Look at your computer’s physical ports. A USB 3.0 port is identified either with a blue color on the port itself or with markings next to the SS (Super Speed) or 3.0 port. …If you see USB 3.0, XHCI, or Super Speed listed, you have USB 3.0 ports.
How do I know if I have a USB 3.0 port?
On a PC, USB 3.0 ports can be identified by checking Device Manager. You can also identify the physical ports on your computer that are either blue or have an “SS” (SuperSpeed) logo on them.
How to tell the difference between USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports?
In fact, it’s not difficult to tell their physical difference. USB 2.0 connectors are white or black on the inside, while USB 3.0 is blue on the inside. So if you want to know if the USB port of your computer or flash drive is 2.0 or 3.0, you can tell them apart by the color of the USB port inside.
How do I recognize a USB 3.0 port?
Determine if your computer has USB 3.0 ports. Look at your computer’s physical ports. A USB 3.0 port is labeled either SS (Super Speed) or 3.0 either with a blue color on the port itself or with markings next to the port.
Are all USB 3.0 ports blue?
First, check your computer’s physical connections. USB 3.0 ports are sometimes (but not always) colored blue. So if one of your USB ports is blue, your computer has USB 3.0. You can also check the logo above the connector for the USB 3.0 SuperSpeed logo (see below).
What does a USB 3.0 socket look like?
Because USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports can coexist on the same machine and appear the same, the USB 3.0 specification recommends that the USB 3.0 StandardA receptacle have a blue insert (Pantone color 300C). The same color code applies to the USB 3.0 StandardA socket.