Insufficient SSD/HDD space in Case

[pk-ng]

So I have just bought a new computer in an Fractual Design Focus G Case.

http://www.fractal-design.com/home/product/cases/focus-series/focus-g

Drives I have
1x SSD 500GB (new)
1x SSD 128 GB (old)
1x HDD 2TB (old)

Issue 1
I have just noticed when I wanted to installed my old SSD and HDD is that there is insufficient space to install them (the case's hard drive racket can only support 2 drives).

Issue 2
When I install my old HDD into the said racket, the wires prevent me from closing the non-glass panel / right panel (assuming you are looking at the back of the comp). Or rather the cables seems to be squished up which isn't something I like.

So I want to install all 3 drives and I'm wondering what are my options?

Option 1
I've read the user guide and there seems to be a optional space to install 1x 2.5" drive at the back "behind" the PSU

I could then install 1x SDD and 1x HDD into the racket but there issue still remain of not closing the panel

Option 2
Install 2x SSD into the said racket and install the 1x HDD on top of the said rack but I don't know how to "mount it" or secure it so it won't move.

Option 3
Go back to the retailer and see if I can swap a new case or buy a new case.

Option 4
Make the HDD into an external drive - don't like this option as I prefer to connect it internally via SATA cables.

 

[DSzymborski]

You can also buy brackets to convert 5.25" bays into storage for a 3.5" or two 2.5".

 

[Rdslw]

http://www.fractal-design.com/media/10b3c76f-68b2-4d9c-a1e4-dcc74b724285
image that shows "behind PSU ssd possition.
https://youtu.be/tdg38SCd_n0?t=1655
Maybe a video of mounting might help. Ayou you sure you cannot turn drives around and mount cables from non-glass side ?
some help materials slow cables mounted from other side:
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/.tmb/asus-rog-fractal-design-focus-g-amd-ryzen-water-cool-build-setup.jpg

 

[smorizio]

email the case vendor most of those hard drive bays are the same size. they may have a 3-5 bay unit that you can swap out if the old bay not bolted but screwed in.
https://www.mountainmods.com/product_info.php?products_id=741&osCsid=tcc363mer819bab4crlnsmjkc0
there also mods to put drive bays where there room with the case fans.

 

[J_E_D_70]

Option 1 with a right angle sata cable:

https://m.newegg.com/products/N82E16812200050

Also make right angle sata power cables.

 

[smorizio]

also make sure the hard drive in the tray the right way. if it is it should be in a bit using the four holes on the drive side and the holders on the drive bay.

 

[pk-ng]

email the case vendor most of those hard drive bays are the same size. they may have a 3-5 bay unit that you can swap out if the old bay not bolted but screwed in.
https://www.mountainmods.com/product_info.php?products_id=741&osCsid=tcc363mer819bab4crlnsmjkc0
there also mods to put drive bays where there room with the case fans.

Did not know this. Will definitely ask them and see if they have any.

 

[pk-ng]

http://www.fractal-design.com/media/10b3c76f-68b2-4d9c-a1e4-dcc74b724285
image that shows "behind PSU ssd possition.
https://youtu.be/tdg38SCd_n0?t=1655
Maybe a video of mounting might help. Ayou you sure you cannot turn drives around and mount cables from non-glass side ?
some help materials slow cables mounted from other side:
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/.tmb/asus-rog-fractal-design-focus-g-amd-ryzen-water-cool-build-setup.jpg

I'm mounting it as shown. I guess I'll post a picture up later tonight to show what I mean.

 

[pk-ng]

Option 1 with a right angle sata cable:

https://m.newegg.com/products/N82E16812200050

Also make right angle sata power cables.

Yup i have one of these in the box. May give it a shot.