No, an HDD should not be left unsecured inside a case.
No, an HDD should not be left unsecured inside a case.
Numerous cases over many years featured solidly mounted hard drives. Rubber washers assist in reducing noise and absorbing vibrations. Why opt for simple PC screws? There are plenty of variations available on Amazon, eBay, or similar platforms. Just search for PC screws and you'll find a wide range of choices. For instance, an example kit on Amazon includes 310 pieces of PC computer standoffs (note: never used it, so quality isn't confirmed).