# Rasti - Penk **URL:** \ **Category:** Mainboard\ **Created:** [February 6, 2024, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859 "2024-02-06T20:11:38Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 8\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![junaruga](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/junaruga/32/5342_2.png) [@junaruga](https://community.frame.work/u/junaruga)\ **Post date:** [February 6, 2024, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/1 "2024-02-06T20:11:38Z")
As it seems there is no thread about this [Penk](https://github.com/penk)’s amazing work, I would create this thread to manage the topic. I hope you enjoy it! * * * Rasti is a retro-futuristic laptop inspired by the iconic GRiD Compass and powered by Framework components. It features a 10.4-inch (1600x720) touchscreen, 3D printed enclosure, custom mechanical keyboard, and keycap set tailor-made for this project. GitHub: [GitHub - penk/rasti.computer: a retro-futuristic laptop](https://github.com/penk/rasti.computer) Media articles: > **[“Rasti Computer” is a detailed GRiD Compass tribute made from Framework innards](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/02/rasti-computer-is-a-detailed-grid-compass-tribute-made-from-framework-innards/)** > > It’s a custom keyboard, an artfully dinged-up case, and a wonderful throwback. > **[Rasti laptop inspired by sci-fi classic 'Aliens' -- uses Framework...](https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/rasti-laptop-inspired-by-sci-fi-classic-aliens-uses-framework-motherboard-and-3d-printed-chassis)** > > The Rasti laptop looks a lot like the iconic GRiD Compass from Aliens: Director’s Cut (1986). > **[Retro-Styled Rasti Laptop Packs Framework Mobo](https://hackaday.com/2024/02/02/retro-styled-rasti-laptop-packs-framework-mobo/)** > > Today, every laptop pretty much looks like every other laptop. Sure you might run into a few different colors and screen sizes out there, but on the whole, all the manufacturers have pretty much ag… > **[This DIY Framework Laptop Goes Full 1980s](https://www.hackster.io/news/this-diy-framework-laptop-goes-full-1980s-1010472fdb0e)** > > Inspired by the iconic GRiD Compass, Penk Chen built this fantastic DIY Framework laptop that goes full 1980s. > **[Penk's Rasti Computer is a GRiD Compass-inspired DIY laptop with a 10.4 inch...](https://liliputing.com/penks-rasti-computer-is-a-grid-compass-inspired-diy-laptop-with-a-10-4-inch-screen-framework-mainboard-and-custom-keyboard/)** > > Penk's Rasti Computer is a GRiD Compass-inspired DIY laptop with a 10.4 inch screen, Framework Mainboard, and custom keyboard ---
**Author:** ![Fraoch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/fraoch/32/6364_2.png) [@Fraoch](https://community.frame.work/u/Fraoch)\ **Post date:** [February 6, 2024, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/2 "2024-02-06T20:36:19Z")
That is very cool! ---
**Author:** ![David\_Eastham](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/c68b51/32.png) [@David\_Eastham](https://community.frame.work/u/David_Eastham)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2024, 11:02am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/3 "2024-02-07T11:02:38Z")
Did mention it [here](http://community.frame.work/t/designing-a-deeper-chassis-for-mechanical-keyboard-module/40881/44) a few days ago. Worth merging? ---
**Author:** ![junaruga](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/junaruga/32/5342_2.png) [@junaruga](https://community.frame.work/u/junaruga)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2024, 11:48am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/4 "2024-02-07T11:48:19Z")
> [@David\_Eastham](#): > > Did mention it [here](http://community.frame.work/t/designing-a-deeper-chassis-for-mechanical-keyboard-module/40881/44) a few days ago. Worth merging? I don’t think so. The context is different. The linked comment refers to Arstechnica’s article as a case of the mechanical keyboard module that is the subject of that thread. This thread is categorized in the Creators & Developers - MainBoard with mentioning the project’s name and author’s name due to a better search. ---
**Author:** ![2disbetter](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/2disbetter/32/1176_2.png) [@2disbetter](https://community.frame.work/u/2disbetter)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2024, 11:52am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/5 "2024-02-07T11:52:31Z")
For information purposes I have been working with Penk on another UMPC like project and the Rasti is some branch work from that effort. Penk is super talented and an awesome person. If you like this then I think you’ll like what is coming down the line as well. 👍 ---
**Author:** ![junaruga](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/junaruga/32/5342_2.png) [@junaruga](https://community.frame.work/u/junaruga)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2024, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/6 "2024-09-15T22:12:08Z")
I am curious how much the weight (gram) and width x height x depth (cm) of the Rasti are. ---
**Author:** ![2disbetter](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/2disbetter/32/1176_2.png) [@2disbetter](https://community.frame.work/u/2disbetter)\ **Post date:** [March 24, 2025, 9:58am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/7 "2025-03-24T09:58:42Z")
Hi junaruga, sorry that I didn’t see this earlier. I don’t have a Rasti, but the width dimensions are similar to the thing I am working on. It measures about 265mm. I believe the keyboard in this uses the same firmware that my UMPC is using, and so functionality is there as well. (Mouse layer, etc.) Hope that helps! ---
**Author:** ![junaruga](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/junaruga/32/5342_2.png) [@junaruga](https://community.frame.work/u/junaruga)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/rasti-penk/44859/8 "2025-04-01T16:25:09Z")
Thanks for the info! All right. Yup, the width of 265 mm helps me imagine what the device looks like!