Panasonic Toughbook W4

rating: 3.00

The sleek ultra-portable Toughbook W4 is designed for the high-output demands of today's mobile professionals. Rugged features ensure maximum durability and industry-leading reliability. Run software applications, deliver powerful multimedia presentations and burn CDs. Access email from the road or surf the Web from virtually anywhere.

Panasonic Toughbook W4 Description
Panasonic Toughbook W4 - Pentium M 753 / 1.2 GHz ULV - Centrino - RAM : 512 MB - HD : 60 GB - CD-RW / DVD - 802.11a/b/g - TPM - Win XP Pro - 12.1" TFT 1024 x 768 ( XGA )

Panasonic Toughbook W4 Specifications

General
Platform Technology Intel Centrino
System Type Notebook
Built-in Devices Speaker, wireless LAN antenna
Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.1) Security Chip
Width 10.6 in
Depth 8.3 in
Height 1.8 in
Weight 2.9 lbs
Localization North America
Processor
Processor Intel Pentium M 753 / 1.2 GHz
Power Efficiency Ultra Low Voltage (ULV
Data Bus Speed 400 MHz
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability
Chipset Type Mobile Intel 915GMS Express
Cache Memory
Type L2 cache
Installed Size 2 MB
RAM
Installed Size 512 MB / 1 GB (max
Technology DDR II SDRAM - 400 MHz
Memory Specification Compliance PC2-3200
Storage
Hard Drive 60 GB
Optical Storage
Type CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo - integrated
Card Reader
Type Card reader
Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card
Display
Display Type 12.1" TFT active matrix
Max Resolution 1024 x 768 ( XGA
Widescreen Display No
Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA 900
Video Memory Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
Max Allocated RAM Size 128 MB
Max Resolution (external) 2048 x 1536 / 24-bit (16.7 million colors
Audio
Audio Output Sound card
Audio Codec STAC9751
Compliant Standards AC '97
Input Device(s)
Type Keyboard, touchpad
Telecom
Modem Fax / modem
Max Transfer Rate 56 Kbps
Networking
Networking Network adapter
Wireless NIC Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG
Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Bays Front accessible
Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x PC Card - type II ?Memory ?1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card
Interfaces 1 x docking / port replicator - 50 pin docking ?1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ?1 x audio - line-in/microphone - mini-phone 3.5 mm ?1 x audio - line-out/headphones - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ?1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ?1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11 ?1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45
Miscellaneous
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, system password, Trusted Platform Module (TPM
Compliant Standards ACPI
Power
Power Device External
Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz
Battery
Technology Lithium ion
Installed Qty 1
Capacity 7800 mAh
Run Time (Up To) 7.5 hour(s
Operating System / Software
OS Provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Software Drivers & Utilities, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 3 years warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - parts and labor - 3 years

Manufacturer URL: www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Toughbook W4 user reviews

"My review for Panasonic Toughbook W4

Pros
Good port layout; nice screen
Cons
Cramped keyboard

Upshot: Semirugged ultraportable is suited for travel, though its small keyboard is far from ideal."

--- Kalpana Ettenson rated: 3

"My review for Panasonic Toughbook W4

Pros: Light weight long battery time.

Cons: My Panasonic CF-T1W has the same rather thin casing (as described in the article). After two years of normal wear and tear the casing cracked at the base of the flimsy hinges. While the design helped keep the weight down, it also was its downfall. Panasonic "support" informed me that this failure was not covered by warranty. When I informed them that their computer model had a defect in design, I was informed "hey, its not my computer, I just work here". Nice."

--- unhappyEE rated: 2

"My review for Panasonic Toughbook W4

Pro: Rugged yet attractive. Bright display, good performance for a machine in this class, great battery life, integrated WiFi and optical drive.

Con: Keyboard may be a bit cramped for big-fingered folk. Standard hard drive is only 40 gigs: small for a notebook that costs over $2,000.

Conclusion:
An attractive, super-light and capable notebook that's tough enough to take a licking; a rare and lovely combination. The W4 is absurdly light yet it fits in a 12.1" display and optical drive along with a reasonable set of ports and card slots. If you need a semi-rugged notebook but thought you had to haul around a behemoth, do consider the W4. It has more than enough processing power for business tasks, a strong dose of good looks and won't weigh you down on the road. "

--- Lisa Gade rated: 3

"My review for Panasonic Toughbook W4

Pros:
Incredibly light (2.8 lbs)
Built in optical drive
Fantastic battery life
Fanless design makes it whisper quiet

Cons:
Expensive
No option for a glossy-type screen (for those that like these screens)
No DVD Burner
Conclusions:

Overall, I was impressed with the Panasonic W4. For those of you who are looking for a truly mobile, business class notebook, this notebook might be the best in its class. The machine is on the expensive side. However, you are getting a high quality notebook that is durable, light weight, and offers incredible battery life. I am looking forward to seeing future models of the Panasonic ToughBook series."

--- nesbo rated: 4

$2,386.48@Provantage

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