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Refurbished Laptops are a Great Value

Refurbished laptops have been around for a long time and will remain so because people everywhere are catching onto the incredible savings.  When refurbished laptops are reconditioned by trained professionals it’s easy to know that you are getting the best mobile computer in the best quality condition.  Since refurbished laptops are not new, but the closest thing to it you can rest assured that it comes with a great warranty and customer service.

Most refurbished laptop resellers offer a 30 to 90 day warranty on all their products.  However Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff offers a Limited Lifetime warranty on all of their laptops.  In layman terms that means that for the first 30 days the warranty covers parts and labor.  There after they will fix the laptop for the price of the parts for as long as you own one of their laptops.  Even if you drop and crack the screen after 6 months they will fix it for the price of parts.

The need for laptops is almost endless.  In fact statistics show that laptop sales are exceeding desktop sales and is growing even faster.  People like the portability and mobility of a laptop.  With the newer touchscreen tablet laptops things are really moving in laptop sales.  Now you can keep handwritten notes right on your screen and save as documents.

In addition with the really rugged Panasonic Toughbook refurbished laptop you can now own a ruggedized laptop for a small fraction of the new price.  Given that the Toughbook sells brand new for $3000 - $5000 each a $500 refurbished ruggedized laptop really looks appealing.

In conclusion:  Buy a refurbished laptop and you get the speed, system memory, updated software, DVD-R drives, loads of updated technology and cheap prices.  Laptop computers that make this possible by having them refurbished for great savings and value.

DECIDING TO MOUNT UP!

Now that you have your new Toughbooks and are ready to roll, how are you going to install the laptops in your vehicles? If you already have a mounting system great, if not, there are some things to think about. There is more to selecting a mounting system than first meets the eye and it is not just price! Pete Teague, Sales and Marketing Manager at Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff recently summarized his four key selection criteria and listed them here. Where in the vehicle you are going to place the mount? Is it in the airbag deployment zone?

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: This one comes even before cost and budget

• If the answer is yes; make sure the mounting system has rounded contours to avoid airbag puncture.
• Check with your automobile manufacture for airbag disablement procedures if need be. But be careful!
• Inertia comes from many points – is the laptop likely to become a missile during sudden stops etc?
• How many warning labels are on the unit? A lot of manufactures warnings could mean there is more risk.

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS: Fundamental questions but worthy of thought

• Does the system depend on lighter weight gauge steel at the base to support heavier gauge steel at the top?
• How is the laptop secured? Is it with metal, plastic, wires and at what points?
• Toughbooks are shock and vibration resistant but ask how the mounting system enhances that feature.

Are your needs custom? If so, we suggest you visit the Selection Wizard at www.ram-mount.com for help.

RESTRAINT CONSIDERATIONS: Will the laptop stay where you put it

• How is the laptop secured to the docking station? Does it include front, rear and side restraints?
• Without front restraints will airbag deployment make the laptop a missile?
• How are the restraints housed? Are they an integral part of the docking station? How likely are they to fail?
• What are the restraints made of? Metal, plastic, wire? Plastic and wire may have a lower point of failure.
• How easy is it to remove the laptop from the docking station? It should be painless and as easy as 1, 2, 3.

SECURITY CONSIDERTIONS: There’s a lot of IT investment sitting on that Docking Station

• Is there a key lock on the docking station? Where is the lock positioned – is it easy for you to access?
• Are their bolts or nuts within the entire solution that a thief could easily access and remove?
• Think beyond the docking station –is the rest of the system “thief proof?”

These are some of the top considerations Pete suggests you think about when purchasing a mounting system.  Helping you make the correct decision is important to us at Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff. That’s why we write these articles and in this case, why we recommend use of the RAM Mount Wizard. Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff carries the full line of RAM Mount mounting solutions. We have found that RAM Mount products answer the above considerations more than adequately. Check out our selection of mounting solutions at Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff and see the complete line of RAM Mount solutions for your marine, RV and other applications by visiting RAM Mount.

Real Panasonic Toughbook Experience

I know that we talk alot about the Panasonic Toughbook and how rugged they are built.  I personally use a Panasonic Toughbook CF-51.  The CF-51 is a semi rugged laptop which does not meet all the requirements for a fully rugged version like the CF-29.  However I will say that it is definitely built to withstand the test of sales and the traveling that is involved.  I in fact have to instances where I was glad to have the toughbook.  The first situation was where I actually dropped my laptop in the parking lot while getting into my car.  The other situation was where I spilled coffee on my keyboard.  Of course I do not advise that this be something that you test on your CF-51 or any laptop for that matter.  But in my case both situations were an accident.

When I dropped my laptop in the parking lot.  I had been having a very busy day.  I normally pack up my laptop in my laptop carry case which of course had a zipper that closes the top of the case and encloses the laptop in the slot.  Being distracted I failed to zip the zipper on my case.  I proceeded to sling the case over my shoulder and walked out to my car.  I opened the door and slid the case off my shoulder in which tipped the case to the side letting the laptop slide right out falling approximately 2 feet.  Now my heart sank but I did not have the time to check at that moment.  When I got home I pulled it out and plugged it in.  The end result was that I only had a scrape on the front right corner of the laptop.  No other problems occured.  I counted myself lucky because after all this was considered the semi rugged laptop in the line of Panasonic Toughbooks.  It no where near compared to the CF-29 or CF-19 type laptops.  Or so I thought.

The next situation convinced my of the quality and rugged nature of my Panasonic Toughbook CF-51.  I was working on a Saturday morning answering my emails and cleaning up my paperwork.  Of course, I was drinking coffee.  Accidently I tipped my coffee mug and douced my laptop keyboard with about half a cup of coffee.  I immediately turned the unit off and unplugged it.  I tipped the unit over to drain the liquid.  I thought It was toast at this point and was only hoping that my hard drive could be salvaged.  I dried it up and removed the keyboard looking for the liquid underneath.  To my surprize there was no liquid under the keyboard.  I dried the keyboard out, put the unit back together and crossed my fingers while turning the unit on.  The Panasonic Toughbook CF-51, the unit I considered bulky and ugly (more on that later) fired right up with no indication that I had done anything to affect its well being.

Needless to say I was very relieved.  However the end result of this last event was that I became a true blue believer in the Panasonic Toughbook line of laptops.  I will always carry one when I need laptop.  If I had been using a regular laptop in either of the above situations I would be buying a new laptop both times.  That is too expensive for my tastes.  Given the current economy and how clumsy I am I would be broke in no time.

Bob Johnson
Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff Inc.

Maximizing Aging IT Assets

In these difficult financial times it is important to maximize every dollar and every other asset we have. The question is how to do that. While we promote the purchase of our used computers that is only one of the ways we can help you maximize your dollars. At Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff we also offer asset utilization and management programs. These programs can save you money both now and in the future. Our programs in this area also provide a great way for you to not only plan and save but also to actively support the GREEN Initiative.

Our programs include:

• Purchasing your old and soon to retire IT products
• Refurbishing and updating your assets.
• Accepting older assets in trade to help offset the cost of replacement or updated equipment
• Utilizing HOBI International, our asset management and electronics recycling partner.

Between our own in-house programs and those of our partner HOBI International, we can help you with the disposition of corporate assets. There are important and critical decisions and considerations for any organization here, not only from both a financial standpoint and an environmental standpoint but also a regulatory compliance standpoint. The financial importance of these decisions and considerations is even higher with organizations depending on limited and often times grant based funding. Our collective team can work with you to understand your needs and requirements. We can help you with challenges such as logistics, tracking, storage, resale, testing and refurbishment, data protection, disposal and reporting.

When it comes to data protection and disposal, the stakes can be high - especially for those in the law enforcement and emergency medical services areas. You need a partner who understands the critical and confidential nature of the data on your computers. You need a partner who fully understands and appreciates the need to not only to properly dispose and/or reuse the hardware but also understands and appreciates new and strict regulatory compliance issues. These are key areas where we can help you.

At Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff we do not wait until you are ready to dispose of your assets. Rather, we work with you up-front when you are acquiring IT. Thus, when the time comes to migrate to newer or replacement equipment, your IT infrastructure is not compromised and your IT budget is not drained. Together, we will have established a plan for the future.

When combined with our warranted used computers, favorably priced repair services and network administration capability, we are certain that we can add longevity to, simplify and drive cost containment when it comes to your IT infrastructure.

Contact us today to discuss not only how our used and refurbished computers can save you money but also about our asset utilization and management programs. We are sure you will be pleased by what we can offer you.

About Bob Johnson’s: Bob Johnson’s Computer Stuff, Inc. is a leading provider of refurbished computers, computer repair services, asset management and network administration services. Our client base includes commercial and residential customers along with several municipalities and their police departments. Here at Bob Johnson¡¦s, we pride ourselves on fast, personal and affordable technology solutions to the business challenges our customers face. We differentiate ourselves by not only being an information technology provider, but moreover a strategic ally to our clients. In addition, there is always a live person to answer our phone during business hours.

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Price however can be very expensive depending on what you are looking for.  Of course since these are used Panasonic Toughbooks they will not have that $3000+ price tag.  In fact you can find them for under $100.

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