# Heltec V3 RNODE for Dell 5420 Rugged laptop

_Showcase · started by MC3699 on Mon, Nov 2, 2026 9:55 PM_

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## Original post

**MC3699** · Mon, Nov 2, 2026 9:55 PM

I was really bored at work and decided to add an RNODE to my laptop. It actually turned out pretty cool! I found an existing model made by Olycius on Thingiverse for a Heltec v3 case and modified it by adding a thin bracket with holes for the screws to fit through when attaching it to the lid of the laptop. I printed the parts out of PETG-CF and after a few iterations it fit perfectly and feels super sturdy. It looks very cool too imo.

Anyway that's about it, first post here, getting more familiar with Reticulum and it's been super fun.

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## Reply 1

**barker01** · Wed, Nov 4, 2026 11:42 PM

he made me one too, it works great! also new to reticulum and its really cool!

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