Update for my Pi 400 Case for use with a 180 Degree USB Adapter from Amazon

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This is an update for my Raspberry Pi 400 case.  https://www.printables.com/model/264822-raspberry-pi-400-alternate-bottom-with-25-ssd-moun I should probably add these files to that listing, but there's already a bunch of parts and lengthy explanation, so I just broke these out into their own thing.Essentially, this allows the use of 180 degree USB adapter/jumper thing which allows you to keep the USB to SATA cable contained inside the case. Makes the finished product a little neater. But it's not a perfect solution for a few reasons. Which I will outline below. This particular version is intended for use with adapter Amazon # B08QR95QB8 . That Amazon listing is a two pack and the two pieces are different - one is an “UP” and one is a “DOWN”. We only need the DOWN. Pity they won't let you buy just the DOWN. I have ordered a different model of “DOWN” adapter from Ali Express, it may solve the little annoying issues with this setup. For one, they'll let you buy just a DOWN without also having to buy a superfluous UP. One part of this upgrade kit is new structure pieces (grey in the picture above). The one on the left in the picture above is not necessary, if you have already printed the original version is will still work fine. But the one on the right needed to be changed to clear to USB jumper/adapter/180 degree thing.  I chose to use the center USB port because it's USB3, and because the other USB3 port is right in line with this screw hole/boss. It could cause fouling on that location if you used screws that were too long and just generally could be problematic for reasons. Another issue with this model USB apapter is the rubber housing is quite large and can cause compatibility issues with some USB plugs in the adjacent USB ports, depending on the model of cable. Below you can see a few different random cables plugged in and how some are fine and some may cause a little interference/sideways pressure on the USB ports.Also, even with the modified STRUCTURE parts, there could be some interference/pressure issues with cables plugged into the jumper/adapted/180 degree thing. This Sabrent USB to SATA cable from Amazon is a particularly tight fit, as it tapers in thickness and is just generally pretty fat. That might be a common issue with USB to SATA cables. So, you know, it's not a perfect solution. But it works. And it looks nicer than having a cable run out of the case. I'm hoping that the Ali Express adapted will be a better solution. They don't have the rubber housing on them, so they should be narrower and solve the side-to-side clearance issues. They appear to be thinner in the pics. They also appear to be taller, with more space between the ports which would solve the vertical clearance issue (hopefully not too tall though). But, on the other hand, they have to be ordered from China. And you never know how similar the product is going to be to the pictures in the ad when you order from Ali Express. So this is the best setup for now.