"Calamari" 1TB Raspberry Pi computer/server-appliance using WD PiDrive

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Goal: create a low-cost, Raspberry-Pi based 1TB Linux computer or server appliance in a sleek, presentable enclosure. Take note of a similar project on thingiverse: Pi-Drive "Pisces" computer, a 1TB Raspberry-Pi Linux PC/appliance with a tidy setup that eliminates the typical hacker mess! Ingredients: (1) Print out two attached files through 3D printing, which were developed using a Makerbot 2 with default settings and without rafts or bridges. (2) Obtain the WD PiDrive 1TB kit: 1TB hard disk drive along with power-delivery accessories specifically designed for Raspberry Pi from WDC. Use this URL to order it: http://store.wdc.com/promo/96259800 (for US customers); http://store.wdc.com/promo/96259700 (for UK customers). Don't miss the 35% discount coupon code - use "WDPIDRIVE1TB" for your purchase. (3) Get a right-angle (270-degree) HDMI male-to-female connector, just like this one from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S4IBH5M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00 Software: Many free software solutions are available for creating appliances with Calamari. Check out these websites to get started: - Raspberrypi.org - Projpi.com - Getsync.com - Osmc.tv - Instructables.com (search for Raspberry Pi and HDD) Instructions: (1) Print the two attached files using your 3D printer. (2) Purchase the WD PiDrive kit according to the instructions above. (3) Acquire a single-board Raspberry Pi computer, preferably the Raspberry Pi 2 model. (4) Get hold of a right-angle 270-degree HDMI male-to-female adapter as mentioned above. (5) Attach your Raspberry Pi and WD PiDrive to the Calamari mount part carefully. (6) Connect all necessary accessories and cables to the Raspberry Pi (such as a USB/WiFi dongle, Ethernet cable, USB keyboard/mouse, etc.). (7) Slide the Calamari mount into the Calamari enclosure part to complete your setup.