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Hi All, One of our very active clients (CP, computer on chair tray all day) was wearing out a standard laptop each year. We switched to Toughbooks, of which he is into the second one. They last 2-3 years. The main system is still running, but connections such as power input and USB wear due to the constant use. We are considering fitting short extensions to these connections so they take the brunt of the use, and can be replaced instead of PCB mounted components. In short, the Toughbooks cost a lot more, but I think they work out cheaper in the long term. Cheers, James Dean ([log in to unmask]) Technical Solutions Australia P/L 109 Ferndale Rd Silvan Vic 3795 Ph: 03 9737 9000 Fax: 03 9737 9111 www.tecsol.com.au -----Original Message----- From: A discussion list for Assistive Technology professionals. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Peter Hamlin Sent: Friday, 9 December 2011 8:56 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Rugged/hardwearing windows 7 tablet Hello Claire, As per Emma Nichols, for a truly ruggedized laptops/tablet PCs I would definitely consider the range of Panasonic Toughbook Computers at: http://www.panasonic.com/business/toughbook/fully-rugged-laptop.asp A number of which have a 6' drop certification. It is likely to be helpful to clarify exactly the kind of damage that any device will be subjected - so to establish what PC protection is actually required, i.e. what devices has the client had previously and what accidents have befallen them? Peter Hamlin [Tel: 0 (044) 1895 279162 Fax: 0 (044) 1895 279737] Rehabilitation Engineer North Thames Regional Environmental Control Equipment Service (NT RECES) Alderbourne Rehabilitation Unit (Entrance 'C' - off Royal Lane) The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Pield Heath Road Uxbridge Middlesex UB8 3NN