Modifying the network adapter for WD HDD

[RockBox]

See, the problem I have with that is that even with the metal shield off (where you're able to move the molex and IDE to their limit), I still can't fit the HDD on. So, I'm going to need to get a Torx T-6 screwdriver and unscrew the IDE, and peel the metal on the IDE side or file it off.

At least, from what I've gathered, that's what I'll need to do. Does your HDD have the extra jumper? If it does, then how could you fit it with just peeling the metal? Perhaps you have a newer NA model that you can move around more? I got mine only a few months after they came out, in March of the following year- the NA came out in late August to early September. Also, the NA was used so it was almost definitely an early model.

[dodgeit]

actually if you take a small flat head screw driver and pry at the center of the power connector it will break the center plug (which you will have to do anyways) and you dont even need to undo the torques. then just clip the edge of the metal put it all back together and your done.