I found a 230MB external MO drive at the surplus store today. I took it apart and I was happy to see that the physical drive mechanism is flush, no protruding metal. I installed it, and got it as close as possible to the plastic bezel of the LC. I still have to push my finger in pretty far, but, the disk does go into the drive! It also ejects just fine.
Only problem is that I don't have any 230MB MO discs with which to test. I'm gonna grab a pack of 128s I saw that surplus store on my way home from work. I'm uncertain if this drive actually works or not, it was in the "As-Is" section of the store with no power supply.
I stuck a 640MB disc in, but nothing happened. I'm hoping it's just because it didn't recognize the disc. I'll give it another go tomorrow. If it works, I'll borrow my brother's iPhone and make a little video so you guys can see it in action.
I also had to do some crazy folding of the SCSI cable, origami style. I know you're not supposed to crease the ribbon cables, but I didn't have a choice. Only way to get the cabe to fit inside.
Only problem is that I don't have any 230MB MO discs with which to test. I'm gonna grab a pack of 128s I saw that surplus store on my way home from work. I'm uncertain if this drive actually works or not, it was in the "As-Is" section of the store with no power supply.
I stuck a 640MB disc in, but nothing happened. I'm hoping it's just because it didn't recognize the disc. I'll give it another go tomorrow. If it works, I'll borrow my brother's iPhone and make a little video so you guys can see it in action.
I also had to do some crazy folding of the SCSI cable, origami style. I know you're not supposed to crease the ribbon cables, but I didn't have a choice. Only way to get the cabe to fit inside.