GENERAL HDD internalized

[esbmaepo]

Since I did'nt have a Hdd case for my RGH modded Jasper, I decided to install a 320Gb Hdd internally.

SATA cable are soldered on and power and GND comes from a spliced DVD power cable.

Most time consuming are actually fitting the hard drive. You have to cut a hole in the metal heat insulating cover, and also do a bit of grinding in the plastic casing itself to get the damn thing to fit....

But once its done it has a more sleakier look to it without that ugly hump:cool2:

This is an old mod and theres lots of tutorials around for those who are interested.

 

[jabramo]

Wow very nice I was think about doing this once I get around to RGH'ing my console. Do you know if there is enough power for a 3.5 inch drive?

 

[esbmaepo]

Wow very nice I was think about doing this once I get around to RGH'ing my console. Do you know if there is enough power for a 3.5 inch drive?

There isn't room for a 3.5" hdd internally. Its really a tight fit, so you would have to install it externally. Not a very clever solution if you ask me However there are mods for it.

3.5" hdd requires 12v and you can get that from the power connector.

 

[keil423]

Why didnt you just take that Heat shield off completly? I ditch those on every case I open.

 

[esbmaepo]

Why didnt you just take that Heat shield off completly? I ditch those on every case I open.

Yeah your right, could have done that. But it does help fixating the hard drive thou. At first I fixated it with double adhesive tape, but there wasnt enough space to get the case on.

 

[RickRoll]

Are you able to transfer anything to the internal HDD from the outside besides just installing from the DVD discs?

 

[cog68]

If you ever do completely remove the heat shield you might also want to drill some holes for vents on right above the HD to allow air flow. I do it to all mine after the warranty or if I remove the shield. Xbox stays at least 5-7 degrees cooler.Cog

 

[esbmaepo]

Are you able to transfer anything to the internal HDD from the outside besides just installing from the DVD discs?

Sure I did a RGH on it. No problem.