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Home Computers Rugged General Dynamics Tadpole
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Designed for anywhere, anytime mission-critical computing, the Tadpole® Topaz notebook represents the state-of-the art in rugged mobile computers. It differentiates itself in four key areas — performance, display, connectivity and HEMP (High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse). It is as powerful and rugged as it is ergonomic and portable. Designed to meet the U.S. Army Qualification testing, Tadpole® delivers a lightweight, military-rugged, high-performance mobile computer at a COTS price.

 


  • Military-Rugged Mobile Computer
    Designed tooperate in extreme environmental conditions - comprised of magnesium alloy case with rubber over-molding.
    Delivers superior computing performance at COTS pricing.
    Runs critical Windows®, Linux® and Oracle® Solaris™ applications.
  • Performance
    The Tadpole Topaz is designed for the power user who needs performance and connectivity in a rugged notebook form factor. It uses Intel® Core™ Duo CPUs with up to 8 GB of high speed memory. High performance discrete graphic upgrades support compute and graphics-intensive applications. It also provides real time 3-D imagery, airspace mapping and visualization of the battlefield; workstation class applications; and mobile server performance for deployable server applications.
  • Display
    The Tadpole Topaz 15." display with DynaVue® technology enables optimum viewing in bright light without sacrificing battery life or processing performance. The display uses a conventional 4:3 aspect ratio display to support applications designed for this form factor. This enables users to view images using the maximum area of screen real estate.
  • Connectivity
    Recognizing that both flexibility and security are critical to mission success, the Tadpole Topaz notebook supports a wide range of I/O options to connect with peripheral equipment and devices. An integrated Smart Card reader allows controlled access to sensitive computer information, and three segregated Ethernet ports enable authorized military personnel to connect to multiple networks without compromising proprietary applications or protected data. Synchronous and asynchronous serial ports support connectivity to a wide range of communications equipment. 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless capability is an option.
  • HEMP (High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse)
    MIL-STD-2169B compliance ensures reliable operation in demanding military environments by minimizing the risk from Electromagnetic Pulse threats that effect ongoing operation of the equipment.

DynaVue is a registered trademark of General Dynamics.
Intel, Core Duo and Core 2 Duo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.
Oracle and Solaris are registered trademarks of Oracle.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.



Below you can see the Tadpole Topaz from all sides. For a big, rugged machine it is sleek and elegant, with exemplary attention to detail. Note how every single port and opening has its own separate protective metal door. The color scheme is General Dynamics' mono-chromatic light-gray and dark-gray with various types of matte and metallic finishes, all combining for an elegant, high-tech look.

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Below you can see the front and back of the machine, with all doors open.

 

The top picture shows the front of the Topaz, with two speakers to the left, a DVD writer in the center (also protected with an outer hinged door), 3.5mm audio, and a Smart Card reader to the right. There is also the recessed power button

The bottom picture shows the backside of the unit. There you find the centrally located power connector (which pulls off a bit too easily), next to it a standard DB-9 serial port and a VGA port, and on the left side a grounding contact. Also shown is the nicely designed lightweight carry handle that easily snaps onto the unit with a springloaded carabiner hook.

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Home Computers Rugged General Dynamics Tadpole

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