In short: The Panasonic Toughbook 40’s thick magnesium-alloy build means this device was built to work in the field and in harsh outdoor environments. The latest model in the series is IP66 certified and meets a number of US military standards, allowing it to withstand multiple drops from 6 feet. It also supports Panasonic’s modular xPAK system, giving users access to multiple expansion slots for a total of 70 different configurations.
The 2.1″ (53.3 mm) thick Panasonic Toughbook 40 produces a rugged 3.35 kg (7.4 lb) laptop that is highly configurable and modular, making it an ideal digital companion for the demanding military, law enforcement or utility companies. . working conditions.
This new model is a Windows 11 secure center device that provides advanced firmware-level security features from Microsoft and its partners to protect against data theft and sophisticated attacks. Under the hood is an 11th-generation Intel Core i5 or i7 vPro chip with 16GB of RAM (2 x DIMMs upgradable to 64GB) and a fast 512GB SSD upgradeable to 2TB.
An optional AMD dedicated GPU will be available in the future. However, at launch, users can choose the Intel Iris Xe iGPU instead of the slower UHD variant to power the 14-inch FHD touchscreen. Featuring automatic sensing of various input methods such as pen, fingers, gloves and wet hands, this panel can reach a peak brightness of 1200 lumens for easy reading in direct sunlight.
Where the Toughbook 40 really shines is its configurability. In addition to the battery, memory, storage, and user-replaceable keyboard, Panasonic’s modular xPAKs provide access to four additional expansion slots where users can add more battery capacity or storage, as well as other devices such as optical drives, authentication drives, and more. /O (VGA, D-sub).
The Toughbook battery is also hot-swappable and the runtime is doubled to 36 hours with the optional secondary package on board. The laptop is loaded with connectivity and ports, with optional 4G and 5G modems, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1. Integrated connectors include one Thunderbolt 4 port, two USB-A ports, microSD, HDMI, Ethernet, and an audio jack.
A 5MP webcam with a privacy shutter sits above the screen, along with four microphones and 95dB speakers for sound output in noisy environments. There is also a one-touch hidden mode feature that can be used in emergency situations to cut off all optical and electronic transmissions instantly.
Panasonic claims the Toughbook 40 is the most powerful model in the series to date. Not surprisingly, even the base model will cost $4,899 when the PC becomes available in late spring.
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