If you don't have good access to HDD/FDD adapters/emulators via the front panel of your PC-9800, but you have a free C-Bus slot, this will let you mount cards via the rear of your case. For example, if your model's faceplate has cutouts specifically for floppies and no expandability.

Built around the StarTech CF-IDE adapter, others might work too.

OPTIONS:

• CF HDD adapter
• CF HDD adapter + Gotek FDD emulator
• CF HDD adapter + Gotek FDD emulator + Mouse Ears (if your print lifts off the print bed)

NOTES:

The dual CF/Gotek adapter is a tight fit. You may have to bend the power connector vertical on the CF adapter. You'll probably also need to connect cables in a specific order - some may need to be connected only after sliding in. This works best (only?) in the top slot so you can plug things in after installation.

Uses 2x 4mm M2 standoffs to raise the adapter up to give the solder points on the bottom some clearance.