Panasonic Launches the Panasonic Toughbook CF-SX2

PANASONIC TOUGHBOOK MAKES MOBILITY A BREEZE WITH THE CF-SX2

Lightweight notebook combines enterprise-level technology and ultra-long battery lifespan, increasing business productivity and enabling longer hours in the field with 3G connectivity

SINGAPORE, October 2, 2012 – Panasonic Toughbook, an industry leader in rugged, reliable handheld and tablet computers since 1996, today launched the Panasonic CF-SX2 ultra-light notebook for business professionals constantly on the move. With up to 14 hours of battery life, built-in DVD optical drive, 3G connection capabilities, and weighing just 1.21kg, the Panasonic CF-SX2 combines functionality with portability.

Improving business productivity

With a steadily increasing number of professionals bringing their work and meetings beyond the office, mobility has become a crucial factor in determining business success today. Combined with the latest computing technologies encased in a sturdy, shock-resistant body, the Panasonic CF-SX2 offers an effective solution to enabling increased business productivity with the perfect balance of portability and power.

“The demands of doing business today have created an increasingly mobile workforce, and business professionals today are constantly on the move to meet clients and partners,” said Mr. Amos Tio, General Manager, Toughbook Asia Group, Panasonic Systems Asia Pacific. “The Panasonic CF-SX2 was designed to be the perfect companion for these professionals, by merging enterprise-level technologies with an extremely long battery life. Users are able to boost their productivity through spending longer hours in the field achieving business objectives.”

Design and world-famous durability

The Panasonic CF-SX2 features a light but strong magnesium alloy casing, reducing overall weight by up to 33%. The unit also has an efficient and ergonomic circular scrolling touchpad that is customizable to suit individual preferences. The device has been drop-tested in operation mode from a height of up to 76cm, and can withstand up to 100kgf of pressure.

“The latest upgrades to the Panasonic CF-SX2 makes this business-ruggedized device the industry standard for the modern mobile workforce,” said Mr. Tio. “We’re catering to users who want a robust, yet durable, lightweight notebook without compromising on performance. It’s the perfect solution for everyday mobile computing where speed, battery life, and business capabilities are essential.”

Enterprise-level technologies

Equipped with some of the industry’s best enterprise-level technologies, the Panasonic CF-SX2 features:

• Processor: 3^rd Generation Intel Core i5-3320M
• Display: 12.1’’ HD+, 1600 x 900
• Storage: 250GB
• WLAN: 802.11abgn
• WWAN: Built-in
• DVD Optical Drive: Built-in
• Weight: 1.21kg (4 cell battery) / 1.42kg (8 cell battery)
• Battery Life: Up to 9 hours (4 cell battery) / Up to 14 hours (8 cell battery)
• Dimension: 295 x 197.5 x 25.4mm
• Drop Resistant: Up to 76cm

The Panasonic CF-SX2 also has two USB 3.0 ports for fast transfer speeds, a HDMI port for easy high-definition output, an SDXC slot for storage expansion or convenient memory access, a 720p webcam and built-in microphone, WLAN A/B/G/N and Bluetooth 4.0 to effortlessly maintain connections with family, friends and colleagues worldwide. With a built-in WWAN adapter, the Panasonic CF-SX2 provides constant Internet connectivity to ensure consistent business productivity for the mobile worker.

Each Panasonic CF-SX2 unit will come with a copy of Windows 7 Professional (32-bit/64-bit version).

Availability

The Panasonic CF-SX2 will be immediately available at Newstead Technologies in Singapore, and Jardine OneSolution in Malaysia.

About Panasonic Systems Asia Pacific

Panasonic Systems Asia Pacific (PSY) is a business division of Panasonic Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Regional HQ for the Asia Pacific region for Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Matsushita Electric is one of the only manufacturers today that directly controls the process of design, manufacture and quality assurance of its notebook PCs. Many key components, including LCD panels, Lithium Ion batteries, DVD and CDROM drives, and board-level electronics are the products of its divisions. The products, people and business of Panasonic Systems Asia Pacific are entirely dedicated to the needs of the professional user, including Fortune 1000 business and government professionals. Panasonic also supplies ruggedized computing solutions for military and heavy industry usage in Asia Pacific.