{"product_id":"c64u-user-up-n-down-port","title":"C64U User Up-n-Down Port","description":"\u003cp\u003eNo room for a sticky-out port?  Need a better view of what you're user-ing?  This 3D-printed case for the \u003ca class=\"SR2Dyv\" aria-disabled=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.commodore.net\/product-page\/u64-userport-adapter\" title=\"C64U User Port Adapter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eC64U User Port Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cem\u003e(not included)\u003c\/em\u003e securely holds the adapter in a vertical position at the back of the computer.  A passthrough opening allow simultaneous use of the cassette port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to the photos and note the orientation of each component during assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnscrew the adapter retainer from the case and place it aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the cable to the adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread the adapter's ribbon cable through the openings in the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat the adapter into the upper bay in the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the adapter retainer into the case and screw it in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove power, open the computer's case, and put the top aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread the adapter's ribbon cable into the cassette port opening of the computer's case.  Plug it into the mainboard connector labeled \"User Port\".  \u003cem\u003eObserve that the orientation of the connector requires a half-twist in the cable.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the U-shaped case clip under the ribbon cable with the tapered opening downward.  Flex the clip \u003cem\u003e(by pressing the wide parts of its body near the U-bend)\u003c\/em\u003e to extend its prongs through the cassette port opening.  \u003cem\u003eThere are two clips provided:  One is slightly shorter, designed for the 64C\/slimline case; it has a small indent in the tapered edge (underside) for identification.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the case behind the cassette port and guide the clip prongs into it until they click into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully replace the computer case top, reconnecting any cables removed during disassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconnect power and plug in your modem like it's 1985!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease hold the body of the adapter case in place while inserting and removing user port devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dust cover can be placed in the user port adapter bay when the port is not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse of the case clip is technically optional but recommended.  It does not secure the accessory \u003cem\u003erigidly\u003c\/em\u003e to the computer but keeps it from being knocked over easily during normal use.  It will also keep the adapter with the computer, and in position, if the computer is moved.  It is recommended to remove any peripheral from the user port before moving the computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"0ldSkull Retro","offers":[{"title":"Breadbin Beige","offer_id":45572440653878,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear","offer_id":45572440686646,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/3710\/2646\/files\/20260503_215435.jpg?v=1777870952","url":"https:\/\/store.0ldskull-retro.com\/products\/c64u-user-up-n-down-port","provider":"0ldSkull Retro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}