Panasonic Toughbook Laptop Review With Peter Cook, About.com

Peter Cook for About.com reviews the CF-30 Panasonic Toughbook laptop to see how it measures up against accidents. If you are like most people who own a laptop computer, at some time, you may have dropped it or spilled something on it. Usually this results in a broken laptop or costly repairs.

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Out in the field or down in the dirt, the durable Panasonic Toughbook 30 is built to take a beating. MIL-STD-810F-tested for ruggedness, this brawny workhorse is encased in magnesium alloy, with durability designed into every seal, hinge and connector. Plus, as the industry's fastest fully-rugged mobile PC, it's built for lightening-quick processing and wireless connectivity. Communicate in real time from remote areas, access databases online and run sophisticated software applications even in the harshest environments.

• Genuine Windows® XP Professional
• Intel® CentrinoTMDuo Mobile Technology
• Integrated 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN
• 13.3" daylight-readable TFT Active Matrix Color LCD with optional touchscreen
• 8.2 lbs., including battery, floppy drive and handle
• Full magnesium alloy case with handle
• Moisture- and dust-resistant LCD, keyboard and touchpad
• Sealed port and connector covers
• Shock-mounted removable hard drive in stainless steel case