# VOXL2-mini USB3.0 port HW issue!

Source: https://forum.modalai.com/topic/3132/voxl2-mini-usb3-0-port-hw-issue
Category: VOXL 2 and VOXL 2 Mini (https://forum.modalai.com/category/26/voxl-2-and-voxl-2-mini)
Tags: voxl-2-mini
Posted: 2024-02-21 06:40:10 UTC by Jskim
Replies: 7 · Views: 1372

## Jskim · 2024-02-21 06:40:10 UTC

**1. We conducted a comparative test on the VOXL2-mini USB3 port HW issue as follows.**

1)Test equipment
- VOXL2+5GModem (USB3 port) and VOXL2-mini (USB3 port)
- Arducam 13MP IMX258 OIS Motorized Focus USB 3.0 Camera Module

2)Test results
In conclusion, after removing the VOXL2-mini USB3.0 cable, the same problem appears as a result of testing. (Only 1280x720@10fps is supported.)
![VOXL2 and VOXL2 mini USB3 test.jpg](https://forum.modalai.com/assets/uploads/files/1708497272067-voxl2-and-voxl2-mini-usb3-test-resized.jpg) 

a. VOXL2+5GModem (USB3 port)
![VOXL2+5G modem (USB3) test result.jpg](https://forum.modalai.com/assets/uploads/files/1708497288972-voxl2-5g-modem-usb3-test-result-resized.jpg) 

b. VOXL2-mini (USB3 port)
![VOXL2-mini (USB3) test result.jpg](https://forum.modalai.com/assets/uploads/files/1708497301332-voxl2-mini-usb3-test-result.jpg) 

**2. Question**
1) When will the board with the VOXL2-mini AC Capacity problem solved be released?
(We need to use the USB3 port. We need to purchase 3 units right now, but we are unable to purchase them due to the AC Cap issue.)
2) After purchasing VOXL2-mini, is it possible to replace the product if an improved version comes out?

Thanks,

## Reply by Moderator (ModalAI staff) · 2024-02-21 16:40:43 UTC

@Jskim Do you need VOXL 2 Mini? VOXL 2 is designed for expansion of peripherals, VOXL 2 Mini is designed to be as small as possible. We do not plan to change VOXL 2 Mini.

## Reply by Vinny (ModalAI staff) · 2024-02-21 17:36:43 UTC

Hi @Jskim 
Sorry for all the confusion here with the USB3 port issue on V2 Mini.
I am conducting some tests this week to ensure we can communicate clear and correct instructions how to remedy this on your side.
Please give me a few more days. We know it may be a blocker for you for some use cases and resolutions, so I am making it a priority.
Stay Tuned.
Thanks!

## Reply by Jskim · 2024-02-22 00:44:34 UTC (in reply to Vinny)

@Vinny 
I hope you find a solution.
We are already using V2 for VTOL drones, and are planning to use V2-mini for other large-scale projects.

Thank you,

## Reply by Jskim · 2024-02-26 05:00:51 UTC (in reply to Vinny)

@Vinny 
Please let us know the results of your USB3.0 port test.

Thanks,

## Reply by Vinny (ModalAI staff) · 2024-02-26 05:01:58 UTC (in reply to Jskim)

@Jskim yes I plan to test a solution early this week.

## Reply by Jskim · 2024-02-26 05:04:05 UTC (in reply to Vinny)

@Vinny 
Thank you so much.

## Reply by Vinny (ModalAI staff) · 2024-03-01 22:02:12 UTC (in reply to Jskim)

Hi @Jskim 
We are happy to report our testing was successful.
I have documented the process where you can modify MCBL-00022-2 and add the series caps for your self to unblock your USB 3 speeds:

https://docs.modalai.com/cable-userguides/#how-to-modify-mcbl-00022-2-for-use-with-voxl-2-mini-usb-3-speeds

Hope this helps!!
Let us know how your testing progresses.