Need Help Finding/Making A DIN Keyboard Connector Cover

[gatewayrepairs1985]

Hi everybody,

Recently I've been working to restore two Gateway 2000 486s in their signature Baby AT cases. One of the machines has this metal cover pictured. It has two 6/32 HEX screws that connect to the case. The second machine I have unfortunately was missing this metal cover as seen in the photos. I have included a simple diagram with the dimensions of the cover. It has a little latch that sticks out from the front and inserts into a tab on the case.

Any help on finding a replacement for this would be greatly appreciated. I'm looking to finish up these machines and have them fully restored. Hopefully somebody has or knows where I can purchase a replacement, or is knowledgeable on how I could fabricate a new cover.

Thank you all very much and stay safe!

 

[Chuck(G)]

About the closest thing I can find retail is this thing.

 

[gatewayrepairs1985]

About the closest thing I can find retail is this thing.

Hi,

Thanks for the suggestion - I appreciate it! However, I actually ended up just making my own. It certainly isn't perfect, but for my first attempt cutting metal I think it came out fairly decent and most importantly the connector fits. It's good enough for my purposes at least - I sourced the metal from a broken power supply and used various files and special drill bits to make it.



Thanks again!

 

[twolazy]

I have a giant tower case that I am about to do the opposite. I'm changing it from the Din6 to dual PS/2 so a Dell 486 motherboard works properly. I can try to cut off the original neatly if you think it would be any use to you. I'll grab some pictures tonight.

 

[Chuck(G)]

Also, if you want to take another go at the plate, consider using sheet brass or aluminum. Many hobby stores have a K&S Metals display. Has some very handy stuff in it. You can also buy K&S stuff through Amazon.

 

[Plasma]

Hi,

Thanks for the suggestion - I appreciate it! However, I actually ended up just making my own. It certainly isn't perfect, but for my first attempt cutting metal I think it came out fairly decent and most importantly the connector fits. It's good enough for my purposes at least - I sourced the metal from a broken power supply and used various files and special drill bits to make it.

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Thanks again!

FYI a step bit works well for making clean large diameter holes in sheet metal. Drill a pilot hole with a normal bit, then use the step bit to enlarge it to the desired diameter.

 

[twolazy]

This is the plate I will be chopping the Din 6 off of. Be willing to send it first class snail mail to ya. Shouldnt take more then 2 stamps...

 

[gatewayrepairs1985]

This is the plate I will be chopping the Din 6 off of. Be willing to send it first class snail mail to ya. Shouldnt take more then 2 stamps...

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Hi,

Wow, that is very generous! Sorry for the super late reply, I've been very busy, but if you still have the piece I'd appreciate it as a spare! PM me if it's not too much trouble, thanks!

 

[gatewayrepairs1985]

Also, if you want to take another go at the plate, consider using sheet brass or aluminum. Many hobby stores have a K&S Metals display. Has some very handy stuff in it. You can also buy K&S stuff through Amazon.

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely keep that in mind.