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    • Front Facing Scratch & Dent Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 NonTouch i5

      Scratch & Dent Toughbook FZ-55 MK1 NonTouch

      $1,049.30
      Processor
      8th Generation Intel Core i5
      Memory
      16GB RAM
      Storage
      256GB SSD
      Build
      Semi-Rugged
      Ingress Protection Rating
      IP53
    • Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 NonTouchFacing Forward

      Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 NonTouch

      $1,299.30
      Processor
      11th Generation Intel Core i5
      Memory
      16GB RAM
      Storage
      256GB SSD
      Build
      Semi-Rugged
      Ingress Protection Rating
      IP53
    • Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 Facing Forward

      Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 Touchscreen

      $1,399.29
      Processor
      11th Generation Intel Core i5
      Memory
      16GB RAM
      Storage
      256GB SSD
      Build
      Semi-Rugged
      Ingress Protection Rating
      IP53
    • Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 With Touchscreen With Webcam Front View
      Less Than 1000 Hours!

      Low Hour Toughbook FZ-55 MK1 Touchscreen

      $1,399.30
      Processor
      8th Generation Intel Core i5
      Memory
      16GB RAM
      Storage
      256GB SSD
      Build
      Semi-Rugged
      Ingress Protection Rating
      IP53
    • Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 Facing Forward
      Less Than 1,000 Hours!

      Low Hour Toughbook FZ-55 MK2 Touchscreen

      $1,599.30
      Processor
      11th Generation Intel Core i5
      Memory
      16GB RAM
      Storage
      256GB SSD
      Build
      Semi-Rugged
      Ingress Protection Rating
      IP53

    The Semi-Rugged Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55

    Panasonic’s newest semi-rugged laptop, the Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55, was released in September 2019. This laptop was designed to fill the void left by the discontinuation of the Toughbook CF-54.

    This laptop was the first to feature Panasonic’s new xPAK expansion slot system. The FZ-55, FZ-40, and FZ-G2 are the only rugged computers with these new slots.

    FZ-55 Toughbooks: Design and Durability

    One of the more significant design improvements in Panasonic’s latest line of semi-rugged computers was the implementation of user-upgradeable components. They wanted to make adding Toughbook upgrades a simple process for anyone. That’s where the xPAK slots come into play. Here’s the whole list of xPAK upgrades with different options for each slot:

    Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 xPAKs

    Rear Expansion Area xPAK's (Screws)

    • VGA + Serial (True) + USB-A
    • VGA + Serial (True) + LAN
    • VGA + Serial (True) + Rugged Fischer USB
    • LAN + Fischer USB x2
    • Display Port + USB A + Serial

    Front Expansion Area (Quick-Release)

    • Fingerprint (MSFT SC-PC)
    • Fingerprint (Active Dir)
    • Contactless Smart Card
    • Insertable Smart Card
    • 2nd Battery

    Universal Expansion Area xPAK's (Quick-Release)

    • DVD Drive
    • Blu-ray Drive
    • Insertable Smart Card
    • Secondary Solid State Drive
    • GPU

    Toughbook 55 Military Grade Durability

    The Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 is MIL-STD-810H certified. These Toughbooks have passed rigorous testing. Trust us when we say we’ve tested it, too. They resist up to 3-foot drops, bench handling, vibration, dust, extreme temperatures, and other harsh conditions.

    They may not be as dust—and water-resistant as the FZ-40, but for a semi-rugged laptop, they boast a respectable IP53 Ingress Protection rating.

    This semi-rugged laptop features an 82-key spill-resistant, backlit keyboard. It features keyboard icons for Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock, and keyboard backlight. The four adjustable light levels let you select the RGB backlight color and adjust its brightness.

    Panasonic took a couple of steps in focusing on protecting this Toughbook’s screen. They raised the bezel around the LCD for better screen impact protection.

    Then they included a screen protector to prevent scratches. Similar to one that you would put on your phone, but more durable.

    The touch model of the semi-rugged FZ-55 includes a stylus pen, a stylus holder, and a tether. The touchscreen also has four different touch modes: glove, touch, pen, and pen/touch.

    Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 Extreme Performance Options

    The latest semi-rugged laptop from Panasonic is available with one of two processor options. The processor in the FZ-55 Toughbooks can be an Intel Core i5 or an Intel Core i7; there are no Intel Core i3 FZ-55 models. This semi-rugged laptop comes with DDR4 RAM to go with these processor options. It comes standard with 16GB of RAM but can be upgraded to 64GB at most.

    Thanks to the secondary hard drive slot in the Toughbook 55, you can set up dual solid-state drives. A 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB NVMe SSD can be installed in either the primary or secondary SSD slot.

    The second hard drive can be installed in one of the xPAK slots. The SSD features a quick-release functionality and a heater for operating in low-temperature environments.

    Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55: The Ideal Semi-Rugged Option

    Overall, the Refurbished Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 is an excellent option for anyone who does not need a fully rugged laptop but still wants a more durable laptop. This laptop will be the perfect workhorse, equipped with a powerful processor, ample RAM, and more than enough storage.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    What kind of warranty does the Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 come with?
    The Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 comes with a limited lifetime warranty, providing long-term protection and peace of mind for your investment. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and certain hardware issues for the lifetime of the device, as specified in your warranty agreement.

    For additional coverage, extended warranty options are also available. These plans can offer enhanced protection, including accidental damage, expedited repairs, and coverage beyond the standard warranty terms. Please contact us to learn more about the available extended warranty packages and which option is best for your needs.

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    What are xPAK expansion slots?

    xPAK slots are Panasonic’s modular expansion system, allowing users to easily add or swap components such as extra ports, smart card readers, secondary batteries, optical drives, and more.

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    How does the FZ-55 compare to the FZ-40?

    The FZ-55 is semi-rugged, offering strong protection and upgradability, but the FZ-40 provides even greater dust and water resistance for extreme environments.

    Assistance & Support

    Not sure which rugged computer is the right fit? We’re here to help. Fill out our quick Selection Assistance Form or give our office a call and speak with a real expert who knows these systems inside and out. We’ll take the guesswork out of the process and help you choose the best product for your needs—no pressure, just honest guidance.

    Already own a rugged laptop or tablet and need help finding the right part? Our team can assist with part identification, compatibility questions, and upgrade options to make sure you get exactly what you need. Whether it’s a system you purchased from us or not, we’re happy to help you find the correct part and keep your equipment up and running.

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