PSU problem solving

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I've got one of the MSI Fusion mobos on pre-order and I've ordered a PicoPSU to run it, now looking at pictures of the board the ATX socket is very close to one of the memory sockets and I'm more than certain this means the Pico wont fit with memory inserted.

My first thought was a simple ATX extension for a couple of quid, but that would mean the plug with the Pico fitted would be free to flap about which could potentially cause two or more of the components on the Pico PCB to short out on the case.

So is there another solution? I could try and rig up something on the inside of the case to allow me to secure the ATX extension plug in an upright fashion as there will be a nice bit of room where the old PSU would have been.

Any other ideas?
 
Could you go the sleazy way of using some zip ties to press the pico-psu against some corrugated cardboard? Not sure if that's wise or not..
 
I work in engineering so bodges like that make my skin crawl a bit. Before I resort to making something I was wondering if there is a ready made bracket or plug on the market that would save me the hassle?
 
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