We have a comprehensive guide about Rugged Computers on the Group Mobile website
This guide will teach you about rugged computers and the features that make them different from conventional computers, as well as some other considerations such as vehicle docking, warranties and the price vs. the cost of owning a rugged computer.
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August 31, 2009
August 24, 2009
Key Features of a Rugged Computer
Rugged computers differ from commercial computers in a few significant ways. Some of the differences between rugged and commercial computer are as follows:
Casing
Rugged portable computers are made out of magnesium which provides protection against drops and other bangs and knocks.
Shock-mount
A rugged computer’s disk drive is shock-mounted. The shock-absorbing materials allow the disk drive to withstand drops and vibrations that are prevalent in a moving vehicle.
Waterproof
Fully rugged computers are sealed against the outdoor elements such as rain, dust, dirt and other environmental elements. This also protects against liquid spills, such as coffee or soft drinks, which can often occur in a mobile environment.
Brightness of the display screen
Most semi-rugged and all fully-rugged portable computers offer brighter displays for excellent outdoor viewability.
To learn more visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-784-4338
Casing
Rugged portable computers are made out of magnesium which provides protection against drops and other bangs and knocks.
Shock-mount
A rugged computer’s disk drive is shock-mounted. The shock-absorbing materials allow the disk drive to withstand drops and vibrations that are prevalent in a moving vehicle.
Waterproof
Fully rugged computers are sealed against the outdoor elements such as rain, dust, dirt and other environmental elements. This also protects against liquid spills, such as coffee or soft drinks, which can often occur in a mobile environment.
Brightness of the display screen
Most semi-rugged and all fully-rugged portable computers offer brighter displays for excellent outdoor viewability.
To learn more visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-784-4338
August 18, 2009
Panasonic’s Toughbook 19, 30 and U1 now even more Tough!
Panasonic has announced that its Toughbook models 19, 30 and U1 are the first computers to be MIl-STD-810G-certified from an independent third-party test lab.
MIL-STD-810G is a series of testing standards and procedures issued by the United States Army, in order to recognize products accepted for use by all agencies and organizations within the Department of Defense.
Group Mobile now offers the tougher Panasonic’s Toughbook 19, 30 and U1 with MIL-STD-810G. For more information please visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED8.
MIL-STD-810G is a series of testing standards and procedures issued by the United States Army, in order to recognize products accepted for use by all agencies and organizations within the Department of Defense.
Group Mobile now offers the tougher Panasonic’s Toughbook 19, 30 and U1 with MIL-STD-810G. For more information please visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED8.
August 10, 2009
Big Price Drop on Panasonic Toughbook 52
The Panasonic Toughbook 52 notebook has all of the features that you need to make a great notebook computer and the tough design gives you the flexibility to work wherever you need to, whether in the office or in the field. Group Mobile is offering a great new low price on the Panasonic Toughbook 52. Check out our website or call us at 1-866-784-4338 to buy the Panasonic Toughbook 52 today!
August 3, 2009
What does MIL-STD 810E or MIL-STD 810F refer to for Rugged Mobile Computers?
A United States Defense Standard often called a military standard, "MIL-STD", or "MIL-SPEC", is used to help achieve standardization objectives by the U.S. Department of Defense.
MIL-STD 810E refers to the type of testing that the mobile computer is put through to determine its ruggedness. Rugged mobile computers will state that it is MIL-STD 810E rated or may say it is MIL-STD 810F compliant. They both mean the same level of ruggedness is applicable. MIL-STD 810F is just a revision of MIL-STD 810E and applies more to the testing process rather than the resulting rating. MIL-STD 810E and F are the highest standards for ruggedized testing for mobile computers.
To learn more about MIL-STD or MIL-SPEC visit http://www.groupmobile.com/standards.asp
MIL-STD 810E refers to the type of testing that the mobile computer is put through to determine its ruggedness. Rugged mobile computers will state that it is MIL-STD 810E rated or may say it is MIL-STD 810F compliant. They both mean the same level of ruggedness is applicable. MIL-STD 810F is just a revision of MIL-STD 810E and applies more to the testing process rather than the resulting rating. MIL-STD 810E and F are the highest standards for ruggedized testing for mobile computers.
To learn more about MIL-STD or MIL-SPEC visit http://www.groupmobile.com/standards.asp