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Computer Diagnostics

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by Smellfunny, Mar 15, 2022.

  1. Mar 15, 2022 #1
    Smellfunny

    Smellfunny Road Train Member

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    Looking for suggestions to replace our in shop diagnostics computer.
     
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  3. Mar 17, 2022 #2
    Heavyd

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    We've always used Panasonic Toughbook laptops running Windows. I like the PC based diagnostics just seems to be a better all in one solution to have one device you can load all the software on, have internet browser, email and so on.
     
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  4. Mar 17, 2022 #3
    Goodysnap

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    We just run plain Jane 15” screen Dells or HPs with the number key pads and intel processors. In a clean shop they last a few years under 16 to 20 hours a day use. By that time the USBs are well worn and need replaced they need upgrade anyhow. We have had Dell tough books and they didn’t really last that much longer for the additional cost.
     
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  5. Mar 18, 2022 #4
    rustymike

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    I use the same laptop model CF-54. It has some good diagnostic software on it but some of it I can't use. No username or password.
     
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  7. Mar 18, 2022 #5
    brysol01

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    Diesel Laptop can fix ya right up, i've gotten mine there, check them out on the web
     
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  8. Mar 20, 2022 #6
    Smellfunny

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    This is one of the places I was looking at. I am pretty much retired now but my brother still needs something. We have a "laptop" but the guy that we got it from passed away and we can't get updates now.

     
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  9. Mar 21, 2022 #7
    Smellfunny

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    Ordered a setup from Diesel Laptop today that should work with our current laptop and Nexiq adapter. Looks like it will do what we need for a decent price. Priced Jpro but they are crazy $$$.

     
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