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Upcycling an NES Controller

The Plan

Convert a standard NES controller into an SSD with a USB cable attached.

Project Cost Factors

  • Acqusition of an NES Controller (eBay)
  • Size. To ensure room for a cable attachment, we'll need a smaller SSD and converter board than a standard 2280. 

Risks

  • I'm unsure the kit will not be too tall to fit inside of the controller body
  • I'm not certain that a 2230 kit won't be too wide to fit inside of the controller body. A standard 2280 will fit, though I'm unsure if it plus a cable plugged into its end will. NVMe M.2 2230s are much smaller lengthwise, but they're wider than the 2280.

Status

  • Controllers have been purchased; one has been taken apart. I anticipate most of the structures inside will have to be removed.
  • NVMe M.2 2230 SSD (500GB) arrived. The 2230 USB converter is still enroute.

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