Wondering if a Semi-Rugged Laptop Meets Your Needs?

What is Semi-Rugged? 

We can help you select the laptop that's right for you!

Semi-rugged laptops are typically commercial computers, with standard, off-the-shelf components that have been enhanced for rugged use. This ruggedization normally entails a magnesium case, a shock or gel-mounted hard drive and a spill-proof keyboard.

Panasonic Toughbook 53
Enhanced Performance and Versatility 
The Toughbook 53 semi-rugged notebook  has a Magnesium alloy chassis, which is much more durable than plastic or aluminum and provides extra protection from bumps and bangs. The semi-rugged classification refers to the fact that the Toughbook 53 is not sealed against the outdoor elements. It meets military standard MIL-STD-810G for altitude (up to 15,000 ft), humidity, and dust. It can also handle being dropped on six sides from 30 inches. It has a spill-resistant keyboard and a built-in handle. The Toughbook 53's shock-mounted hard drive with quick release can handle bumps and vibrations to keep your important data safe. Read More...

Suggested Industries: Transportation and Utilities

Getac S400
High Performance and Durability
The Getac S400 is one of the most durable semi-rugged notebooks on the market. It features Getac's KryptoShell™ body which allows the S400 to meet or exceed MIL-STD-810G standards for temperature, shock, vibration, and drops from up to 2.5 feet. The S400 comes standard with water-resistant keyboard and is loaded with advanced security features including a built-in TPM 1.2 module, fingerprint scanner, and a SmartCard reader to provide three additional layers of security and protection for your valuable data. With its rugged design, advanced options, and powerful tools, the S400 notebook is built to handle any task that comes your way. Read More...

Suggested Industries: Business Travelers and Field Service 

General Dynamics Itronix GD6000
Vehicle Rugged Notebook
Performance and durability come together in the General Dynamics Itronix GD6000 to create a vehicle notebook that is equally reliable at home, in the office, and on the road. Designed for mobile workforces, the GD6000 is the only ruggedized notebook optimized for vehicle deployments. It meets fully rugged standards for temperature extremes, vibration, dust ingress, and humidity. It can also survive punishing 30" drops and comes standard with a spill-resistant keyboard, and a 13.3" touchscreen display featuring DynaVue® technology for outstanding viewability both indoors and out. Read More...

Suggested Industries: Public Safety and Transportation 

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For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

 

Looking for a Bargain?

Panasonic Toughbook U1 Ultra - The Toughbook U1 Ultra from Panasonic is an incredible UMPC (Ultra Mobile Personal Computer) at an incredible price. The U1 is quite versatile for such a small computer. It comes standard with a 6000 nit sunlight viewable display that automatically adjusts screen brightness to fit its environment, anti-reflective screen treatment, touchscreen LCD, SD card slot, USB port, and Bluetooth.

Starting at $2559...

DT Research WebDT 390 Tablet - The DT Research DT390’s LED-backlit, 8.9-inch display is available with a sunlight viewable option for working outdoors. The display has a resistive touchscreen that accepts both pen and finger touch input. USB and optional integrated 3MP camera, magnetic stripe reader, barcode scanner, SmartCard reader, and RFID reader make the WebDT 390 tablet suitable for a wide variety of applications.

Starting at $1399...

GD8000 Mobile Computing Solution - The GD8000 fully rugged laptop is designed for the toughest user and tested to meet, and even exceed military standards, including temperature extremes, humidity, vibration, dust, drops, and spills. From its the water tight case and shock mounted display, to the ability to withstand 48" drops, it is ready for years of rugged use.  This value bundle includes the GD8000 fully rugged laptop, a vehicle power supply, spare Li-Ion battery, and a 3 Year No-Fault Max Service Warranty.

Starting at $3995...

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Panasonic Toughbook H2

For a limited time you can save an additional $50 off our already-low price on any of the fully rugged Panasonic Toughbooks Group Mobile carries! We will also throw in a free screen protector! Simply mention this newsletter or enter promo code RUGGEDBLOG12 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends March 15, 2012. Order here!

Panasonic Toughbook 19 vs. Snowmobile

For a limited time you can save an additional $50 off our already-low price on any of the fully rugged Panasonic Toughbooks Group Mobile carries! We will also throw in a free screen protector! Simply mention this newsletter or enter promo code RUGGEDBLOG12 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends March 15, 2012. Order here!

Panasonic Toughbook 31 vs. ATV

For a limited time you can save an additional $50 off our already-low price on any of the fully rugged Panasonic Toughbooks Group Mobile carries! We will also throw in a free screen protector! Simply mention this newsletter or enter promo code RUGGEDBLOG12 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends March 15, 2012.  Order here! 

Special Offer from Group Mobile 

Save $50 + Free Screen Protector

For a limited time you can save an additional $50 off our already-low price on any of the fully rugged Panasonic Toughbooks Group Mobile carries! We will also throw in a free screen protector! Simply mention this newsletter or enter promo code RUGGEDBLOG12 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends March 15, 2012.  

Panasonic Toughbook 31
Reliable, ultra-rugged laptop delivers desktop-class performance

With first rate ruggedness, drop shock protection, and certification exceeding MIL-STD-810G, the Toughbook 31 is a leader in the fully rugged laptop category. Its Intel® Core™ i5 and i3 processors combined with available discrete graphics deliver amazing performance and greatly enhanced video and 3D graphics. A sunlight-viewable touchscreen display allows for work in any lighting condition. An integrated webcam option sets it apart from the competition. Read More... 

 Panasonic Toughbook 19
Comes standard with a shock-mounted hard drive and "finger-touch" display

The unique and fully rugged Panasonic Toughbook 19 is a convertible-style computer that can be used as either a rugged notebook or as a tablet. It features a 10.4" sunlight-viewable touchscreen display and an Intel® Core™ i5 vPro™ processor. Integrated options include a 2MP camera, backlit keyboard, GPS receiver, Gobi™2000 mobile broadband and a dual touch LCD (touchscreen and digitizer). In addition, a 6-foot drop & IP65 certified design with a full magnesium alloy case, helps to ensure that the Toughbook 19 will stand up to the most rigorous environments. Read More...

Panasonic Toughbook H2
Ultimate productivity tool for mobile workers

The  Panasonic Toughbook H2 rugged tablet is an ideal productivity tool for mobile workers. It weighs only 3.5 pounds and is designed to protect against environmental conditions and accidental situations, such as bumps, drops, or exposure to wind, heat, and rain. The Toughbook H2 is powered by an Intel® Core™ i5 vPro™ processor, 4GB SDRAM, and a 320GB 7200rpm shock-mounted, flex-connect hard drive for amazing speed and performance. It offers a complete range of embedded wireless options including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, and optional 4G LTE or Gobi™2000 3G mobile broadband to help users stay connected while in the field. Read More...

Check out the new Toughpad A1 Rugged Android Tablet PC

Coming Spring 2012...

Features:

• 10.1" multi- touch daylight-readable, touchscreen + digitizer display
• Dust and water resistant design (MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certified)
• Lightweight, ergonomic design for mobile workers
• Complete range of integrated wireless features GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and optional 4G LTE
• Wi-Fi hotspot router supports up to 5 devices
• Integrated front and rear webcams

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Learn About the Latest Toughbook Products

Panasonic Toughbook H2
New fully rugged tablet 

The new rugged Panasonic Toughbook® H2 rugged tablet is an ideal productivity tool for mobile workers. The Toughbook H2 weighs only 3.5 pounds and is designed to protect against environmental conditions and accidental situations, such as bumps, drops, or exposure to wind, heat, and rain. The Toughbook H2 is powered by an Intel® Core™ i5-2557M vPro™ processor, 4GB SDRAM, and a 320GB 7200rpm shock-mounted, flex-connect hard drive for amazing speed and performance. It offers a complete range of embedded wireless options including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, and optional 4G LTE or Gobi™2000 3G mobile broadband to help users stay connected while in the field. Read More...

For a limited time Group Mobile will throw in a free screen protector with the purchase of the Toughbook H2. Simply mention this blog post or enter promo code CFH211 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends September 30, 2011. Shop now!   

Panasonic Toughbook S10
New Business Rugged Notebook  

With a Magnesium alloy case, spill-resistant keyboard, and the ability to handle up to a 30" drop, the new Toughbook S10 is truly built to survive the bangs and bumps of a hectic day. It pairs an Intel Core i5-2520M 2.50GHz processor with Windows 7 for an incredible computing experience. It has a 12.1" sunlight-readable display for easy viewing in any lighting condition. The Toughbook S10 is also well equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a Gobi 3G (WWAN) upgrade that connects just about anywhere your cell phone can. With 4GB RAM, a 320GB shock-mounted hard drive, and an impressive 12.5 hours of battery life, this rugged notebook lets you accomplish more than you ever expected while on the go. Read More...    

For a limited time Group Mobile will throw in a free mobile mouse with the purchase of the Toughbook S10. Simply mention this blog post or enter promo code CFS1011 when you place an order on our website. Discount will be taken when order is processed. Offer ends September 30, 2011. Shop now! 

Toughbook U1 & H1 Blowout Pricing

Select Panasonic Toughbook U1 and H1 models are on special right now!

Toughbook U1 Essential
Standard Features:
~ WinXP (Vista COA) Operating System
~ Intel Atom Z520 1.33GHz Processor
~ 5.6" WSVGA Touch Display Screen
~ 1GB RAM
~ Intel WiFi a/b/g/n
~ Bluetooth

Available Options:
~ 16GB or 32GB Solid State Drive
~ 1D or 2D Barcode Scanner
~ UL1604 Haz Loc Certification
~ Gobi Wireless
~ Toughbook Preferred Warranty

Toughbook H1 Health
Standard Features:
~ WinXP Tablet (Vista COA) Operating System
~ Intel Atom Z540 1.86GHz Processor
~ 10.4" XGA Dual Touch Display Screen
~ 1GB RAM (2GB also available in some configurations)
~ Intel WiFi a/b/g/n
~ Bluetooth
~ Fingerprint Reader
~ 2MP Camera
~ Contactless Smartcard/RFID
~ Toughbook Preferred Warranty

Limited stock, contact us today for pricing and availability!

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Closeout – Panasonic Toughbook U1 - CF-U1AQB1GAM

Save $1,500 Off Suggested Retail of $3,499!

The Panasonic Toughbook U1 (also known as the CF-U1) is an Ultra-Mobile rugged computer that has revolutionized the rugged computer industry. This rugged UMPC uses the Atom processor by Intel which is a low heat producing and low power consuming processor. The Panasonic Toughbook U1 is one of the smallest and lightest rugged computers in the world that can run a full blown Windows operating system and thus thousands of existing software programs.

This configuration of the U1 includes an Intel Atom Z520 1.33GHz processor, 5.6" WSVGA display, 1GB DDR3 SDRAM, 16GB solid state drive, Intel WiFi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth, No pass through, 1D barcode reader, Gobi, and Windows XP operating system with a Vista Certificate of Authentication.

Order this U1 online! For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Have you seen the new Panasonic Toughbook C1?

The Panasonic Toughbook C1 Convertible Tablet PC has a unique, durable triple-hinge design that is easy to open and close with one hand — two hinges open and close the screen; and the third hinge rotates the screen into tablet mode. Other rugged features of this convertible tablet include a spill-resistant keyboard, a magnesium alloy case that enables the PC to survive up to a 30" drop, and a shock-mounted flex-connect hard drive with quick release. Read more…



Features:
∙ Easily converts from laptop to tablet PC and back again
∙ Twin hot-swappable batteries provide for continuous use by allowing battery replacement without powering down the PC
∙ Rugged design to withstand drops and spills
∙ Multi-touch + digitizer screen available for finger and gesture computing and an electronic stylus for digital input and handwriting recognition
∙ Ergonomic design allows for comfortable long-term use
∙ Integrated wireless features including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and optional Gobi 2000 mobile broadband

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Want a chance to win a $100 American Express Gift Card?

Just visit the Group Mobile Facebook Fan Page between July 27th and August 31st. Post relevant content about any Panasonic Toughbook model and you'll be entered to win a $100 Gift Card.

The winner will be chosen randomly on September 1, 2010 from all posts submitted between 12:01am PDT July 27th through 11:59pm PDT August 31st. The winner will be notified by email and announced on our Fan Page.

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Introducing the Panasonic Toughbook 31

The Panasonic Toughbook® 31, also referred to as the CF-31, is a reliable ultra-rugged laptop offering the highest performance in its class along with the world's most durable design. With unrivaled ruggedness, drop shock protection (can sustain a drop from up to six feet) and certification exceeding MIL-STD-810G, the Toughbook 31 is the undeniable leader in the fully-rugged laptop computer category. Its Intel® Core™ i5 and i3 processors combined with available discrete graphics deliver desktop-class performance and greatly enhanced video and 3D graphics.

For working outdoors, Panasonic has also integrated a 1,100nit sunlight-viewable touchscreen display (available with Panasonic CircuLumin® technology) into this rugged laptop. The 13.1" XGA LCD touchscreen has a brightness range from 2 to 1,100nits accommodating both covert work in the dark, or working outside on a bright, sunny day. The screen rotates for full-circle viewability, so it can be shared easily with others.

An integrated webcam option and larger storage capacity further set it apart from the other rugged laptops. Add to this a strong legacy of six generations of rugged performance and 11 years of dependable in-vehicle docking compatibility, and you have an ultra-rugged laptop computer that will go the distance with you anytime, anywhere.

Click here to read more about the Panasonic Toughbook 31 Laptop. For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Marine & Aviation Computers

In the marine industry, fully-rugged computers are protected from salt spray and against corrosion due to salt air and humidity since they are sealed against the elements. Rugged laptops and tablet pcs are also essential in the aviation industry for maintenance workers and engineers because they are able to store the aircraft schematics in a computer that is able to withstand the elements, extreme temperatures and most importantly accidental drops. Pilots also use rugged laptops and tablets in flight bag applications.

Some of the Group Mobile recommendations for Marine and Aviation environments include the General Dynamics-Itronix Duo-Touch II Rugged Tablet PC – a fully rugged tablet PC that combines the functionality of a touchscreen computer with a digitizer computer into one display, the Panasonic H1 Field - with superior ergonomics, a 10.4" sunlight-viewable screen and sealed all-weather rugged design, and the Getac A790 – this is the most rugged laptop in our line and it is also the "most configurable" rugged computer on the market.

Click here to see the rest of the models we recommend for Marine and Aviation applications. For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Panasonic Announces 8 Series

Panasonic just recently announced its up and coming line of business rugged laptops called the 8 Series. The 8 Series consists of the F8, T8, and W8. All three of these laptops come with optional Gobi 3G wireless capability. This latest wireless technology allows you to have wireless capability virtually anywhere. A big upgrade with the 8 series is the increased hard drive storage. The F8 features a 160GB hard drive, and both the T8 and W8 feature a 120GB hard drive. These hard drives are removable and shock-mounted. The F8 and W8 come standard with a DVD Super Multi Drive with dual layer support. All three of the 8 Series laptops feature Intel Core 2 Duo processor technology. Another notable difference in the wireless options for the 8 Series laptops is the addition of draft-n Wi-Fi capability. The video adapters also got an upgrade to the Intel GS45. They all feature a lightweight and durable rugged design. The F8, T8, and W8 all have full magnesium casing and spill-proof keyboards. Their weight ranges from 3.0 lbs to 3.7 lbs. There is not a set release date on the 8 Series yet.

Click here for more information on the Panasonic Toughbook F8.

Absolute Software - Computrace

Computrace software provides a robust and multi-layered security solution that allows organizations to address issues of regulatory compliance, data protection, computer theft recovery, and asset tracking. Major computer manufacturers have embedded the Computrace agent in the BIOS or Firmware of the computer to prevent Computrace from being removed by unauthorized users. Many IT professionals use Computrace to:

• Track & Recover Stolen Laptops
• Delete Data Remotely to Protect Confidential Information
• Detect Unauthorized Software of Missing Hardware
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance
• Create Predefined Alerts to Manage Appropriate Use Policies

Using any type of internet connection, Computrace works behind the scenes on your computer to silently and securely contact the Absolute Monitoring Center every 24 hours to report its location. If a Toughbook computer is reported missing or stolen, the machine is flagged to call in every 15 minutes. Even though these computers have Computrace embedded into them, you will have to pay a small price to activate the software within the computer. The starting price for Computrace is $125 for the 3 year subscription. This is a small price to pay to protect your investment. If data were to be stolen or lost, a lot of money could potentially be lost from that. Paying for Computrace can prevent that from happening.

Group Mobile’s lineup of computers that come with embedded Computrace include all Panasonic Toughbooks and the General Dynamics Itronix XR-1.

Panasonic Toughbook 19 & Toughbook 30 Rugged Laptop Price Drop!

The new technology refresh of the Toughbook 19 and Toughbook 30 is now shipping and for a limited time has a new low introductory price! The new Toughbook 19 convertible and Toughbook 30 laptop has a faster Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, comes standard with 1GB of memory and comes with Windows XP as well as a Windows Vista Certificate of Authenticity (COA), which means that when you are ready for Vista you can upgrade for free! This low promotional price runs out March 31st, so place your order today!

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New Panasonic Toughbook 7-Series Business Rugged Laptops

Panasonic Toughbook just announced three new business rugged laptops designed to meet the demands of mobile executives, walking workers and road warriors: the ultraportable W7, the tablet alternative T7, and the thin-and-light Y7. All three of these computers come standard with all of the latest and greatest technology such as Intel Core 2 Duo processors, Bluetooth and integrated wireless. What’s even more amazing is that these units weigh less than 4lbs and have up to 9 hours of battery life. All the while having rugged capabilities such as shock mounted hard drives, magnesium alloy casing, spill proof keyboards and can withstand a drop of up to 2.5 feet!

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