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Offline Dead Encryption

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FC660M Aluminum Case
« on: Sat, 02 September 2017, 21:10:41 »
Has anyone successfully modded this case to fit an fc660c?

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/aluminum-case-for-leopold-fc660m

I know the USB port and Dip switch are in different locations, but isn't the controller connected via a cable? If this is true, technically can't you extend that cable and adjust the positioning to have it fit into the case? Anyway, long story short, I have ordered an FC660C and saw the aluminum case for the "M" but in my excitement :eek: didn't notice this until after ordering it. I may or may not be able to cancel and wanted to know if I had any options on making it work.

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Re: FC660M Aluminum Case
« Reply #1 on: Sun, 03 September 2017, 04:55:20 »
The USB connector may not be the only issue, the size is slightly different as well: Hypersphere talks FC660M vs FC660C

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They bear a close superficial resemblance to each other...

...However, closer inspection reveals that the chocolate-brown FC660C case is slightly larger than the black FC660M case, and the mini-USB connector on the FC660C is located a bit farther to the left of the right side of the keyboard. The location of the DIP switches also differs between the two boards.

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Re: FC660M Aluminum Case
« Reply #2 on: Sun, 03 September 2017, 10:31:39 »
Has anyone successfully modded this case to fit an fc660c?

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/aluminum-case-for-leopold-fc660m

I know the USB port and Dip switch are in different locations, but isn't the controller connected via a cable? If this is true, technically can't you extend that cable and adjust the positioning to have it fit into the case? Anyway, long story short, I have ordered an FC660C and saw the aluminum case for the "M" but in my excitement :eek: didn't notice this until after ordering it. I may or may not be able to cancel and wanted to know if I had any options on making it work.
The cable on the controller is pretty short and it's got a screw hole where it's supposed to be mounted to the case so I wouldn't count on being able to use that. Might be worth a try, though, just not something I'd want to throw money down for. If you want to pick up a replacement controller you can look here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=90317.0

It'll mean you don't have to deal with dip switches but also you need to find a place to put it because the button sets it into flashing mode.
« Last Edit: Sun, 03 September 2017, 10:33:40 by hking0036 »
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Re: FC660M Aluminum Case
« Reply #3 on: Mon, 04 September 2017, 12:18:27 »
Thanks for all the help. Luckily I was able to cancel / return my order. Really wish there was an aluminum cnc case option the "C" as well. Oh well, maybe some will come in the future.  :thumb: