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Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop - XFR D630

Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 7:34 am
by Apoptosis
Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop

* 23 percent better system performance than the Panasonic CF-301
* 100 percent commonality with Latitude components and images
* Unmatched standard Next Business Day Onsite Service
DellTM today unveiled its first fully ruggedized laptop, the LatitudeTM XFR D630. The system is one of the only in its class to simplify IT with seamless integration into existing infrastructure and deliver extreme durability without compromising performance. The rugged laptop, intended for government and commercial customers, is available today in the U.S. and starts at $3,899. Visit http://www.dell.com/xfr for more details.

The Latitude XFR D630 meets MIL-STD 810F standards from the Department of Defense for products that operate in extreme temperatures, moisture and altitude, to name a few. The system shares common images and components with Dell’s current line of Latitude laptops to greatly simplify deployment and maintenance. Also, a patent-pending thermal management system allows the rugged laptop to use latest generation technology and deliver up to four times better graphics performance than the Panasonic CF-30.2

“The Latitude XFR D630 represents a tectonic shift towards simplicity in the ruggedized laptop space,” said Brett McAnally, director, Dell Product Group. “We are taking a multi-dimensional approach that focuses on simplified deployment, service and durability without sacrificing performance. Major competitors focus their efforts on ‘rugged’ only.”

The Latitude XFR D630 leads major rugged laptop vendors in standard service with Next Business Day On-Site3 service for major components inside the laptop. Competitors require customers to return systems for service. Dell’s rugged laptop also allows users to service many components in the field.

The Latitude XFR D630 includes several features that keep users productive:

* Five times more data durability of leading competitors with solid state drives4
* Latitude ExpressCharge charges batteries at least 30 minutes faster than competitors5
* Outdoor readable screen at 500 nits
* Integrated resistive touch technology to easily interface with the system
* Shock isolated mounting to help protect hard drive, LCD and core electronic elements
* Dual locking butterfly mechanisms for easy access to components
* Sealed keyboard designed to withstand driving rain and dust

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Re: Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop - XFR D630

Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 10:52 am
by Zertz
Lol, I was customizing one just for the hell of it... and I found something interesting in OS choices...

"Genuine Windows Vista ™ Business to XP Pro Downgrade Rights, English [Included in Price]"

Re: Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop - XFR D630

Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 1:59 pm
by ibleet
Zertz wrote:Lol, I was customizing one just for the hell of it... and I found something interesting in OS choices...

"Genuine Windows Vista ™ Business to XP Pro Downgrade Rights, English [Included in Price]"
I think that is a good move on Dell's part given the lack of consumer confidence in the Vista OS. And yes, I realize that some people like Vista, but in general, its a very controversial topic and many people remain in the XP camp, including myself.

Holy crap, that laptop is built like a TANK. :shock:

Re: Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop - XFR D630

Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 2:31 pm
by DMB2000uk
The downgrade to XP rights come with all versions of Vista Business and Ultimate, so it's not Dell that are doing it per-say.

Dan

Re: Dell Goes Extreme With IT-Friendly Rugged Laptop - XFR D630

Posted: Fri Mar 07, 2008 5:01 pm
by w00fd06
Wow, that thing looks like it was made five years ago, i wonder if it's REALLY worth it...