laptop that works in hot/cold temperatures?
The laptop I've been using (an old pentium compaq), tends to flip out when I use it in sub-freezing temperatures. The screen is also unreadable when it's hot outside (> 90F).
As someone does does IT for a living, I fully undestand the complications with using a computer outside of the recommended temperature range. But, I'm curious what experiences people have had... and if there are any laptops that can handle the extremes better than others. Thanks! |
Originally Posted by JustinHoMi
(Post 424982)
The laptop I've been using (an old pentium compaq), tends to flip out when I use it in sub-freezing temperatures. The screen is also unreadable when it's hot outside (> 90F).
As someone does does IT for a living, I fully undestand the complications with using a computer outside of the recommended temperature range. But, I'm curious what experiences people have had... and if there are any laptops that can handle the extremes better than others. Thanks! nuf said... it's the shit of laptops for the fully endowed model. Just expensive as balls! |
My ancient Fujitsu Stylistic 3400 has never complained about being left in extreme heat, nor rained on. It's mounted to a post in front of the dash, so it gets full direct sunlight when it's parked outside during the day. Even if the car has been parked outside with the top and windows up all day, it still boots right up. And yes, it has gotten moderately wet. Didn't even mop it off with a towel, just power on and go.
The screen does get pretty dim when it's really cold (45°F or so), but it has never failed completely, even when it was so cold that the LCD display on my radio wouldn't come on. |
Originally Posted by Prospero
(Post 424989)
Panasonic Toughbook...
nuf said... it's the shit of laptops for the fully endowed model. Just expensive as balls! Frank |
Originally Posted by fmowry
(Post 425012)
We've got a few at work that our field guys use for surveying. They weigh as much as they cost, but you can run over them with a truck.
Frank Cheers, Prospero |
I've had a couple of company supplied cheap Dells that have given me no trouble for years in my truck in the Florida summer heat. Interior temps are over 140 easy when it's been closed up in the sun, but it boots fine and the screen is flawless. I have also had them freeze a couple of times. They still booted and ran. They are nothing special. The current one is an Inspiron 6000, which is kinda wide, but my last one was normal aspect ratio and I liked it being a little smaller. Nothing special, but they always fire up and work.
Look here on this page if you want one for under $300 to keep in your car: PRICEWATCH :: Price Comparison Shopping Tool - Page 1116 There are some mini notebooks on the next page after that one for around three bills. |
I'm telling you guys, from considerable personal experience, that when it comes to a tuning laptop, small form factor > everything. EeePC 900s have gotten ludicrously cheap, as have some of the other machines in the 9" class. I just can't see why anything else would even be considered.
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Originally Posted by Joe Perez
(Post 425978)
I'm telling you guys, from considerable personal experience, that when it comes to a tuning laptop, small form factor > everything. EeePC 900s have gotten ludicrously cheap, as have some of the other machines in the 9" class. I just can't see why anything else would even be considered.
It is perfect since it's small and stable... plus long as battery life! LED backlights like the cold weather better than the cold cathode stuff as well. Cheers, Prospero |
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