DeskNode // System Control Interface v1.0
DeskNode is a modular, desk-integrated system interface designed to merge industrial hardware design with digital control precision.
It’s not just a front panel — it’s the command center of your machine.
Machined to fit flush into a corner cutout of the desk, DeskNode centralizes all essential I/O and control features into a clean, tactile layout:
Power and Reset switches, connected directly to the motherboard via extension lines.
Power and HDD status LEDs — hardware-level indicators with that old-school diagnostic vibe.
Four USB 3.0 ports, front-mounted through internal extensions for fast peripheral access.
Analog-style volume controls for instant audio adjustment.
A 3-way toggle selector for multi-OS boot control — because one system is never enough.
At its core, a Raspberry Pi Pico handles all logic, boot management, and media control. Acting as the digital cortex of the interface.