Pi-3 Case with POE+ Hat

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This is a no-nonsense case for a Raspberry [Pi-3](https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/) with newer version [PoE+ Hat](https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/poe-plus-hat/). It clips together so no screws are necessary and if you need to mount it somewhere, then there’s also a separate mounting bracket. It’s designed so that you can attach the PoE+ Hat to a Pi-3 using the provided screws and spacers. The assembly then slips into the base and you clip on the lid. The PoE+ Hat itself features a 1" fan so I've included vents on the side to ensure airflow over the processor and through the hat. Note that the USB power socket is covered. I did this deliberately as it is recommended that you don’t power the Pi from USB when a PoE hat is attached. As per their [spec sheet](https://datasheets.raspberrypi.com/poe/poe-plus-hat-product-brief.pdf): > When the Raspberry Pi PoE+ HAT is connected to your Raspberry Pi, your Raspberry Pi should only be powered through the ethernet cable. Do not use any additional method to power the Raspberry Pi If you have some, you can press some clear 1.75mm filament into the holes on the end to create light tunnels for the two LED’s on the Pi. <em>Tip: I've noticed that a capacitor on the underside of the PoE+ Hat sits mighty close to the top of the HDMI socket. I'm not saying it will short, but I am suggesting a bit of electrical tape on the top of the HDMI socket might not be a silly idea. </em>