Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 55 14 Inch Rugged Windows 11 Pro Notebook User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- Panasonic
Table of Contents
- Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 55 14 Inch Rugged Windows 11 Pro Notebook
- Product Specifications
- Product Usage Instructions
- UNIVERSAL BAY OPTIONS
- FRONT EXPANSION SLOT OPTIONS
- REAR EXPANSION SLOT OPTIONS
- CARRYING SOLUTIONS
- POWER MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
- PRODUCTIVITY SOLUTIONS
- SECURITY & PROTECTION SOLUTIONS
- PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
- PROTECT FULL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
- ENTERPRISE MOBILITY INTELLIGENCE
- SOFTWARE SOLUTION PARTNERS
- ACCESSORY SUMMARY
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 55 14 Inch Rugged Windows 11 Pro Notebook
Product Specifications
- Model: TOUGHBOOK 55
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
- Chassis Material: Magnesium
- Display Size: 14 inches
- Rugged Design: MIL-STD810H tested
- Flexibility: Flexible configuration options
- Unique Features: ‘Honeycomb’ design, splash-resistant
Product Usage Instructions
Universal Bay Options
The TOUGHBOOK 55 offers various Universal Bay options for customization:
- 2nd SSD Packs:
- 256 GB – SKU: FZ-VSD55121U
- 512 GB – SKU: FZ-VSD55151U
- 1 TB – SKU: FZ-VSD551T1U
- Other Options:
- DVD Multi Drive – Part No: FZ-VDM551U
- Blu-ray Disc Drive – Part No: FZ-VBD551U
- Smart Card Reader – Part No: FZ-VSC552U
Expansion Slot Options
The TOUGHBOOK 55 provides options for Front and Rear Expansion Slots:
- Front Expansion Slot:
- Smart Card Reader – Part No: FZ-VSC551U
- Contactless Smart Card Reader (HF-RFID) – Part No: FZ-VNF551U
- Finger Print Reader – Part No: FZ-VFP551U
- Battery Pack (Standard) – Part No: FZ-VZSU1HU
- RAM Modules:
- 8GB – SKU: FZ-BAZ2208
- 16GB – SKU: FZ-BAZ2216
- 32GB – SKU: FZ-BAZ2232
- Rear Expansion Slot:
- VGA + True Serial + USB 3.1 Type A – Part No: FZ-VCN551U
- VGA + True Serial + Gigabit LAN – Part No: FZ-VCN552U
- VGA + True Serial + rugged USB 2.0 – Part No: FZ-VCN553U
- USB 3.2 Type A + USB 3.2 Type C – Part No: FZ-VCN554W
Docking Solutions
The TOUGHBOOK 55 supports various docking solutions:
- TOUGHBOOK 55 Desktop Port Replicator – Part No: FZ-VEB551U
- TOUGHBOOK 54/55 Vehicle Dock (Gamber-Johnson) – Size: 89 x 342 x 301 mm, Weight: 2.5 kg
Carrying Solutions
For carrying convenience, the TOUGHBOOK 55 provides:
- TOUGHBOOK 55 AlwaysOn Case – Part No: PCPE-INF55AO
- User Harness – Part No: PCPE-INFUVA1, Weight: 0.2 kg / 0.4 lb
Power Management Solutions
To manage power efficiently, the TOUGHBOOK 55 includes:
- Main Battery (6Cell, 68 Wh) – Part No: FZ-VZSU1HU
- AC Adaptor – Part No: CF-AA5713A2*
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Are all accessories certified by Panasonic engineers?
A: Yes, all accessories mentioned in the guide are fully tested and certified in the Panasonic factory by Panasonic engineers. -
Q: Can the TOUGHBOOK 55 be customized with additional RAM?
A: Yes, the TOUGHBOOK 55 supports RAM Modules in different capacities including 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB.
TOUGHBOOK 55 mk3 Solution Guide
May 2024
TOUGHBOOK 55
14″ RUGGED WINDOWS 11 PRO NOTEBOOK
TOUGHBOOK 55 with Windows 11 Pro, magnesium chassis, flexible configurations
and universal bay is the most versatile 14″ rugged Toughbook ever built, but
doesn’t compromise on durability, with an unique ‘honeycomb’ design for
improved strength and splash resistant design.
In terms of flexibility, the TOUGHBOOK 55 is equally outstanding. It offers a
huge array of flexible configuration options, making it easier for customers
to have exactly the device they want.
HD Model
- Intel® Core i5-1345U vPro Processor
- Windows 11 Pro
- 14″ HD Active Matrix LCD
- Lightweight and slim design (approx. 2.08 kg and 32.8mm)
- 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB NVMe OPAL SSD
- 2x USB 3.2, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x HDMI, 1x LAN and micro SDCX
- Front and Rear Expansion Slot
- TOUGHBOOK Universal Bay
- Dedicated GNSS and 4G LTE with eSIM optional
- -29 °C to +60 °C operating temperature
- Robust honeycomb-style magnesium casing with carry handle
- IP53 Ingress Protection*
- Withstands drops from a height of 91cm*
- Shock and vibration protected for vehicle docking
Full HD Touchscreen
Model: All the above, plus:
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14″ Full-HD Active Matrix, capacitive Touch Screen, 1.000cd/m² brightness
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Windows Hello Front Webcam as standard
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Tested by an independent third-party lab following MIL-STD810H
TOUGHBOOK 55 ACCESSORY ECOSYSTEM
All accessories in this guide are fully tested and certified in the Panasonic factory by Panasonic engineers
UNIVERSAL BAY OPTIONS
2nd SSD Packs:
| Option | SKU |
|---|---|
| 256 GB | FZ-VSD55121U |
| 512 GB | FZ-VSD55151U |
| 1 TB | FZ-VSD551T1U |
| OPAL 256 GB | FZ-VSD55122U |
| OPAL 512 GB | FZ-VSD55152U |
| OPAL 1 TB | FZ-VSD551T2U |
Other Options
FRONT EXPANSION SLOT OPTIONS
RAM Modules:
| Option | SKU |
|---|---|
| 8GB | FZ-BAZ2208 |
| 16GB | FZ-BAZ2216 |
| 32GB | FZ-BAZ2232 |
REAR EXPANSION SLOT OPTIONS
DOCKING SOLUTIONS
TOUGHBOOK 55 Desktop Port Replicator
Part No: FZ-VEB551U
CF-VEB541AU is also compatible with the TOUGHBOOK 55.
TOUGHBOOK 54/55 Vehicle Dock (Gamber-Johnson)
Compatible with TOUGHBOOK 54 and TOUGHBOOK 55.
- Optional antenna pass-through
- Ports: 16V DC-in; 1 x LAN; 2 x USB 3.0; 1 x Serial; 1 x HDMI; 1 x VGA
- VESA 75mm mounting pattern
- Power supply not included
Size: 89 x 342 x 301 mm
Weight: 2.5 kg
Part Nos
- PCPE-GJ54V01 No RF
- PCPE-GJ54V02 Dual RF
CARRYING SOLUTIONS
TOUGHBOOK 55 Always-On Case
Part No: PCPE-INF55AO
User Harness
Adjustable four-point harness transforms any Always-On case into a hands-free
accessory. Attaches to any TOUGHBOOK case that provides 4 attachment points
- Weight : 0.2 kg / 0.4 lb
- Part No: PCPE-INFUVA1
POWER MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
Main Battery
(6Cell, 68 Wh) Part No: FZ-VZSU1HU
4-bay Battery Charger
Part No: FZ-VCB551W Does not contain AC adaptor
MIL SPEC Auto Adaptor (120W)
With bare wire input cable. Part No: PCPE-LND3676 
AC Adaptor
Part No: CF-AA5713A2
E: UK; G: EU; T: Italy; D: Switzerland
Auto Adaptor (120W)
Part No: CF-LND1224A
PRODUCTIVITY SOLUTIONS
TOUGHBOOK 55 Stylus
For Touchscreen model only. Part No: FZ-VNP551U
Toughmate Stylus Tether
Part No: PCPE-INFUVA2
TOUGHBOOK 55 Tether
Part No: FZ-VNT005U
USB Optical Mouse
Part No: PCPE-LOGM901
SECURITY & PROTECTION SOLUTIONS
LCD Screen Cleaning Cloth
Part No: CF-VNC002U
MOQ: 10 pcs
Kensington Lock
Part No: PCPE-KENLOK2
OTHER PERIPHERALS
Slimline External CD/DVD Writer
Part No: PCPE-FCDVR05
CONNECTIVITY
Cradlepoint IBR 900 Router
Compact, ruggedized Gigabit-Class LTE router for advanced in-vehicle and IoT
connectivity.
Dimensions: 118mm x 113.5mm x 30.5mm / 4.6” x 4.5” x 1.2” Weight: 400g / 0.88
lb
Part Nos
- PCPE-CRD90E1 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 1-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Plan
- PCPE-CRD90E3 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 3-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Plan
- PCPE-CRD90E5 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 5-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials Plan
- PCPE-CRD90A1 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 1-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced Plan
- PCPE-CRD90A3 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 3-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced Plan
- PCPE-CRD90A5 – Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 5-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced Plan
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Custom BIOS Services
Part No: PCPE-PSBIOSG| Custom Imaging
Part Nos:
- PCPE-PS20GIM – Image deployment per device (MOQ 30)
- Custom Image Creation – Price on request.
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Autopilot Enrolment
Part No: PCPE-PSAUTOP
| Customer Branding
Logo badge on device casing or bezel. Part No: PCPE- PSLOGOB
SIM Installation
Part No: PCPE-PSSIMIN
| Asset Tagging
Standard, using CPE label set. Part No: PCPE- PSATAG1
Information Management Bundle
IMEI, MAC, SIM, ASSET, Hardware Hash reporting. Part No: PCPE-PSATAGB
Solution Packaging
Up to 10 items packaged together in a box. Does not include custom designed case.
Part No: PCPE-PSSPACK
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PROTECT FULL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
ProTect PLUS
Every TOUGHBOOK is supported by our standard three year ProTect service, but
ProTect PLUS is a value-packed upgrade, offering you extra peace of mind
through the additional of the following services:
- Battery Confidence: proactive battery replacement (3 years only)
- Monthly service reporting on full estate of devices
- One working day of on-demand consultancy every year
- Full access to the TOUGHBOOK ServiceCloud Advanced Knowledge Base
- Remote technical support
- Full inspection report for returned devices
- Small, cosmetic repairs and reinstatement of IP integrity
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| PCPE-PROTP3 | TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 3 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
| PCPE-PROTP4 | TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 4 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
| PCPE-PROTP5 | TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 5 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
ProTect PLUS Premium
For the ultimate protection, tailor your service plan by adding on any of the
ProTect PLUS Premium modules below:
- Infinity Maintenance Service – Infinity pricing all ProTect PLUS services. Other Premium modules below are priced on top of Infinity.
- Remote Device Monitoring
- Self-Maintenance: Training & Spare Parts Access
- Return without SSD
- Global Service
- Device Management
- Software Maintenance
- Rapid Replacement
- Alternative Packaging
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| PCPE-INFAB3 | TOUGHBOOK Infinity 3 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
| PCPE-INFAB4 | TOUGHBOOK Infinity 4 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
| PCPE-INFAB5 | TOUGHBOOK Infinity 5 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence) |
ENTERPRISE MOBILITY INTELLIGENCE
TOUGHBOOK Smart Essentials Suite
Real time analytics, powered by B2M Solutions, showing the health and
performance of your estate of mobile devices, focussing on areas such as
battery life, data usage, disruptions and connectivity. Enables the user to
recognise patterns of usage and potentially pre-empt issues before they arise.
The full suite includes access to the core dashboard as well as the Smart
Battery Monitor dashboard, and APIs.
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| CF-LESPSESS1 | Smart Essentials Bundle – 1 year (Smart Service, Battery Monitor |
and APIs)
CF-LESPSESS3| Smart Essentials Bundle – 3 year (Smart Service, Battery Monitor
and APIs)
CF-LESPSESS5| Smart Essentials Bundle – 5 year (Smart Service, Battery Monitor
and APIs)
Smart Battery Monitor
Smart Battery Monitor gives users real time insight into battery usage and
health in detail cross an estate of devices. It focuses on battery serial
numbers and allows the user to track, identify and replace batteries before
they impact productivity. Alerts can also be set up.
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| CF-LESPBAEE1 | 1 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials) |
| CF-LESPBAEE3 | 3 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials) |
| CF-LESPBAEE5 | 5 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials) |
SOFTWARE SOLUTION PARTNERS
Cyber Resilience
Absolute is the industry benchmark in endpoint resilience. It ensures
customers’ digital operations and mobile workforces stay efficient,
productive, and safe using innovative Secure Endpoint and Secure Access
products—leveraging the advantage of pioneering Absolute Persistence®
technology embedded in the firmware of more than 600,000,000 devices. Once
activated, Absolute Persistence is fiercely and uniquely resilient, surviving
attempts to disable it, even if the device is re-imaged, the hard drive is
replaced, or the firmware is updated. No other technology can do this.
Contact your sales rep for part numbers.
Website: https://www.absolute.com/partners/device-compatibility/#panasonic
Enterprise Mobility Management
Part of the SOTI ONE Platform, SOTI MobiControl is the Enterprise Mobility
Management (EMM) solution designed for any device, any form factor, and any
operating system (OS). Deploy apps to smartphones. Enroll and provision new
tablets in the field. Track the location of rugged devices. Identify and
neutralize security risks to the IoT endpoints. Protect critical data stored
on mobile devices. Minimize device downtime so field workers stay productive.
Contact your sales rep for part numbers.
Website: https://www.soti.net/products/soti-mobicontrol/
Sygic
Sygic Professional GPS Navigation works offline and features truck specific
routing, itinerary with time windows and over 60 APIs for development with
Android and Windows based apps. Sygic technology is accessible through a
complete set of SDKs for web and mobile development. During Sygic’s 18-year
experience, we developed countless mapping and navigation solutions for 3000+
integration partners and customers in various industries.
Contact your sales rep for part numbers.
Website: https://www.sygic.com/enterprise/professional-gps-navigation-sdk
ACCESSORY SUMMARY
| Solution Type | Part Number | Description |
|---|
Universal Bay Options
| FZ-VSD55121U| 256 GB 2nd SSD
FZ-VSD55151U| 512 GB 2nd SSD
FZ-VSD551T1U| 1 TB 2nd SSD
FZ-VSD55122U| OPAL 256 GB 2nd SSD
FZ-VSD55152U| OPAL 512 GB 2nd SSD
FZ-VSD551T2U| OPAL 1TB 2nd SSD
FZ-VDM551U| DVD Multi Drive
FZ-VBD551U| Blu-ray Disc Drive
FZ-VSC552U| Smart Card Reader
Front Expansion
Slot Options
| FZ-VSC551U| Smart Card Reader
FZ-VNF551U| Contactless Smart Card Reader
FZ-VFP551U| Finger Print Reader
FZ-VZSU1HU| Battery Pack
| FZ-VCN551U| VGA x1, Serial x1, USB3.1 Type A x1
Rear Expansion
Slot Options
| FZ-VCN552U| VGA x1, Serial x1, 2nd Gigabit LAN x1
FZ-VCN553U| VGA x1, Serial x1, Rugged USB x1(USB2.0)
FZ-VCN554W| USB 3.2 Type A x1 + USB 3.2 Type c x1
RAM Modules
| FZ-BAZ2208| 8GB RAM
FZ-BAZ2216| 16 GB RAM
FZ-BAZ2232| 32GB RAM
Docking Solutions| FZ-VEB551U| TOUGHBOOK 55 Desktop Port Replicator
PCPE-GJ54V01/2| TOUGHBOOK 54/55 Vehicle Dock (Gamber-Johnson)
Carry Solutions| PCPE-INF55AO| TOUGHBOOK 55 Always On Case
PCPE-INFUVA1| User Harness
Power Management
| FZ-VZSU1HU| Replacement Main Battery (6Cell, 68 Wh)
FZ-VCB551W| 4-bay Battery Charger
CF-AA5713A2| AC Adaptor (E: UK; G: Continental; T: Italian ; D: Swiss
CF-LND1224A| Auto Adaptor (120W)
PCPE-LND3676| MIL SPEC Auto Adaptor (120W)
Productivity
| FZ-VNP551U| TOUGHBOOK 55 Touch Screen Stylus Pen
FZ-VNT005U| Stylus Tether
PCPE-INFUVA2| Toughmate Stylus tether
PCPE-LOGM901| USB Optical Mouse
Connectivity
| PCPE-CRD90E1| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 1-year NetCloud Mobile
Essentials
PCPE-CRD90E3| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 3-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials
PCPE-CRD90E5| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 5-year NetCloud Mobile Essentials
PCPE-CRD90A1| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 1-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced
PCPE-CRD90A3| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 3-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced
PCPE-CRD90A5| Cradlepoint IBR900 router with 5-year NetCloud Mobile Advanced
Solution Type| Part Number| Description
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Security,
Protection &
Cleaning
| PCPE-KENLOK2| Kensington Lock
CF-VNC002U| LCD Cleaning Cloth (MOQ: 10pcs)
Peripherals| PCPE-FCDVR05| USB External CD-DVD Drive
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Professional Services
| PCPE-PSBIOSG| Custom BIOS Service – Gold
PCPE-PS20GIM| Image deployment per device (MOQ 30)
PCPE-PSSIMIN| SIM Installation
PCPE-PSATAG1| Asset Tagging
PCPE-PSATAGB| Information Management Bundle
PCPE-PSAUTOP| Autopilot Enrolment
PCPE-PSLOGOB| Custom logo badge
PCPE-PSSPACK| Solution Packaging
PCPE-PSBTM01| Bespoke Training Material
| CF-LESPSESS1| Smart Essentials Bundle – 1 year (Smart Service, Battery
Monitor
and APIs)
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Smart Services
| CF-LESPSESS3| Smart Essentials Bundle – 3 year (Smart Service, Battery
Monitor and APIs)
CF-LESPSESS5| Smart Essentials Bundle – 5 year (Smart Service, Battery Monitor
and APIs)
CF-LESPBAEE1| 1 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials)
CF-LESPBAEE3| 3 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials)
CF-LESPBAEE5| 5 Year Smart Battery Monitor (Elemez Battery Essentials)
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Lifecycle support solutions
| PCPE-PROTP3| TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 3 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
PCPE-PROTP4| TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 4 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
PCPE-PROTP5| TOUGHBOOK ProTect PLUS 5 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
PCPE-INFAB3| TOUGHBOOK Infinity 3 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
PCPE-INFAB4| TOUGHBOOK Infinity 4 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
PCPE-INFAB5| TOUGHBOOK Infinity 5 Years (Incl. 3 yr Battery Confidence)
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References
- Our Partners: BIOS & Device Compatibility | Absolute Security
- Absolute Edge | Absolute Security
- Absolute Resilience | Absolute Security
- SOTI | Enterprise Mobility Solutions
- SOTI MobiControl - EMM Solution | SOTI
- SOTI ONE Platform - IoT Solution & Business Mobility | SOTI
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