Rugged notebooks are typically more about function over form. They are often big, boxy machines that look like a suitcase more than a typical notebook computer. Rugged machines are also typically larger and heavier than standard machines.

Getac has announced its latest rugged notebook called the 9213. The machine is built with a magnesium chassis and a shock mounted hard drive and LCD. The notebook is designed to handle bumps, drops, and mishaps that go along with using a notebook on the road. The machine also has a spill resistant keyboard.

The notebook runs an Intel Core 2 Duo ultra-low voltage processor and promises up to eight hours of battery life per charge. The system has a 1.3-megapixel webcam, 802.11 a/g/n Wi-Fi, and a 13.3-inch LCD that is LED backlit. Up to 3GB of RAM can be optioned and the machine has 160GB of storage.

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