The Bottom Line
Pros
- Weighs 3.5lbs.
- Integrated Biometric Fingerprint Reader.
- 12.1-inch XGA TFT display with up to 180-degree viewing angle.
Cons
- Screen protectors can peel away on corners rather easily.
Description
- Processor: Intel Pentium M processor ULV 733 operating at 1.10 GHz.
- Memory: 512 MB SDRAM (standard) / 2 GB SDRAM (maximum DDR 333 memory._z_mobileoffice_z_);
- Hard Drive: 60 GB.
- Communications: Modem and 10/100/1000 Base-T/TX Ethernet LAN
- WiFi: Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) or Atheros Super AG wireless (802.11a+b/g)
- Security: Integrated Biometric fingerprint reader, imbedded TPM, built-in SmartCard reader slot,
- Security con't: Fujitsu Security Application Panel, Kensington Lock slot.
- Card Slots: 1 Type I or Type II PC slot, 1 dedicated Smart Card slot; shared MemoryStick®/SD slot.
- Battery: 6-cell Lithium ion battery (4,800 mAh optional 9-cell Lithium ion battery (7,200 mAh)._z_mobileoffice_z_);
- Dimensions/Weight: 8.66" (W) x 12.77 (H) x 0.82 - 0.88" (D) / 3.5 lbs. with standard 6-cell battery.
Guide Review - Fujitsu ST5020D Tablet PC
The Fujitsu ST5020D Tablet PC I received for review had the Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) which makes connecting to a Wi-Fi network quick and easy. It recognizes any available networks and once you enter the SSID and Network Key, you can connect and begin working. Re-connecting to a network at a later date is just a matter of selecting which available network you wish to access, no need to keep entering information time after time.
The display on the Fujitsu ST5020D was very impressive, this Tablet PC uses a dedicated graphic chipset which allows you to view images sharply and clearly. Quite often Tablet PC's offer less than optimum display quality but not so with the ST5020D.
I was quite pleased with the battery life and found that I was able to use the Fujitsu ST5020D for just over 5 hours before requiring a recharge. This will prove very beneficial to mobile workers who may not have access to any electrical outlets during the day. For those who may be away from electrical access for longer periods, there is an optional high capacity 9 cell battery which offers up to 9 hours of operating time.
I really enjoy using the handwriting capabilities of the ST5020D and feel it's a great replacement for pen and paper. Plus you don't have to worry about creating a lot of unnecessary waste. This Tablet PC would be a great addition for any mobile professional to have.