Nalbantov Drive Bay Insert: Mounting in a DKC100R / MX100II

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I recently installed a Nalbantov floppy disk emulator using an updated version of the insert and mount that I designed.

You can see based on the pictures below that the Nalbantov slim is slightly too small to fill the entire cavity left by the original floppy disk drive. Additionally, there are no mounts of any kind to hold the Nalbantov in place.

To make installation easier and cleaner, I designed a custom insert that holds the Nalbantov drive securely in place inside the floppy bay. This insert solves both problems: First, it positions the drive at exactly the right distance and depth to line up perfectly with the original opening. Second, it fills the surrounding gaps, providing a snug, buffered fit that prevents the drive from shifting and keeps the installation looking professional.

I’ve included several pictures of how it fits into the case below. If you’d like to 3D print your own, I can provide the CAD file in 3mf format, gcode format, and STL format. If you’d prefer to order one from me, ready printed, you can order a Nalbantov Drive Bay Insert ready-made here.

Pictures of Nalbantov Drive Bay Insert

The insert installed over the screw positions of the original floppy disk drive.
The insert installed over the screw positions of the original floppy disk drive.
I 3D printed the spacers at 50% infill so they'd be fairly solid. These spacers allow you to use the original machine screws that hold down the OEM floppy disk drive, which is a huge advantage. No visits to the hardware store!
I 3D printed the spacers at 50% infill so they’d be fairly solid. These spacers allow you to use the original machine screws that hold down the OEM floppy disk drive, which is a huge advantage. No visits to the hardware store!

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