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Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet
For teams working across industrial and field service environments, the Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet offers reinforced durability and reliable computing. Its chassis, made from impact-resistant plastic resin and thermoplastic elastomer, withstands repeated mechanical stress and drops. The IP65-sealed design protects against dust and pressurised water jets, while MIL-STD-810H certification confirms resistance to vibration, thermal shock, and humidity, making it suitable for harsh conditions.
The 12-inch high-brightness touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass supports glove-capable operation and outdoor readability, essential for on-site use. Powered by 12th Gen Intel Core processors and up to 32GB LPDDR5 memory, it delivers efficient performance for continuous-duty applications. Dual hot-swappable batteries sustain long work shifts with no interruption. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and versatile configurable ports, accommodating various peripherals. Security features such as TPM 2.0, biometric authentication, and smart card readers enhance data protection during deployment.
Latitude 7230 Features
- IP65 dust and water protection
- MIL-STD-810H certified for shock and vibration resistance
- Wide operating temperature range -29°C to 63°C
- Glove-compatible Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen
- Dual hot-swappable batteries for continuous operation
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Manufacturer
Certifications & Standards
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Screen Size
Processor
Operating System
Country Of Manufacture
United States
PROCESSOR
12th Gen Intel® Core™ i3 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5, vPro 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7, vPro
OPERATING SYSTEM
Microsoft® Windows 11 2022H2 Pro Microsoft® Windows 11 2021H2 Pro Microsoft® Windows 10 2021H2 Pro (11 License)
MEMORY
8 GB LPDDR5 5200MHz integrated 16 GB LPDDR5 5200MHz integrated 32 GB LPDDR5 5200MHz integrated
CHIPSET
Intel® ADL-P PCH
GRAPHICS
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics (Integrated) for i5 and i7 Intel UHD Graphics (Integrated) for i3
DISPLAY
12" 16:10 FHD (1920 x 1200) @ 60 Hz, sRGB 100%, Water/Glove-Capable Touchscreen, Anti-Glare and Anti-Smudge, Polarizer, Corning® Gorilla® Glass, 1200 Nit Outdoor-Readable, Active Pen Support, Passive Pen Support
STORAGE
Primary Drive Options: SSD M.2 2230 PCIe/NVMe Class 35 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe/NVMe Class 35 512 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe/NVMe Class 35 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe/NVMe Class 35 2 TB (Coming soon) SED M.2 2230 PCIe/NVMe Class 35 256 GB
SECURITY
TPM 2.0 FIPS-140-2 Certified / TCG Certified Control Vault 3 Advanced Authentication with FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certification FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) 140-2 certification for TPM Fingerprint Reader with Control Vault 3 Contacted Smart Card and Control Vault 3 Self Encrypting Drive (SED), Opal 2.0 only - PCIe Interface Chassis Intrusion Detection Battery Removal Detection RPMC SPI flash SPI Flash Tamper Detection/Prevention Shunt Circuit Wedge-shaped lock slot (Optional) Contacted Smart Card, NFC, and Control Vault 3 Dell Support Assist Dell Optimizer Dell BIOS Verification Dell Encryption Enterprise Dell Encryption Personal Intel Authenticate with IPT Intel Platform Trust Technology Intel Boot Guard Intel Software Guard (SGX) Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) Intel Total Memory Encryption Multi-Key (TME) (Optional) Dell Data Security and Management Software, Dell Endpoint Security and Management Software
DOCKING
(Docks are optional, sold separately) Dell USB-C Dock - WD19S 130W Vehicle docks
CAMERA OPTIONS
No camera / No microphone User Facing Camera: 5M RGB/VGA IR Camera World Facing Camera: 11M RGB Camera
AUDIO & SPEAKERS
Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio® Pro L/R each 2W (Realtek® ALC3254)
BATTERY
2-Cell, 35.6 Wh (750 Wh/L) Lithium Ion Primary Battery, ExpressCharge™, user replaceable, dual hotswappable & Long Life Cycle capable 2-Cell, 35.6 Wh (750 Wh/L) Lithium Ion Secondary Battery
POWER
65W adapter, USB-C 90W adapter, USB-C
CONNECTIVITY
Wireless Options10: Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz) AX211 2x2, 802.11ax with MIMO + Bluetooth 5.2 Qualcomm® Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz) WCN6856DBS 2x2, 802.11ax with MIMO + Bluetooth 5.3 Optional Mobile Broadband Options: Qualcomm® Snapdragon X20 Global Gigabit LTE eSIM/SIM support Qualcomm® Snapdragon X55 Global 5G Modem eSIM/SIM support GPS: uBlox NEO-M9N, L1 (1575.42 MHz)
PORTS, SLOTS & CHASSIS
Ports: 2 x Thunderbolt™4/USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with Power Delivery 1 x Universal audio jack (UAJ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port with PowerShare (Optional) Expansion I/O Port 1 (right) (Choose from HDMI 2.0 or USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A), Expansion I/O Port 2 (top) (Choose from RJ-45, Fischer USB 3.2, Mini-serial RS-232 or 1D/2D barcode scanner) Slots: 1 x Micro SD card slot 1 x Micro SIM card slot 1 x Wedge-shaped lock slot Chassis: Plastic resin and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE). (Optional) 1 x Smart card reader slot and 1 x SSD door, 1 x NFC and 1 x SSD door, 1 x SSD door, Non-slot
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Width: 296.00mm / 11.65" Height: 203.00mm / 7.99" Depth: 23.90mm / 0.94" Starting weight: 1.26 kg / 2.78 lbs Maximum weight (with handle): 1.59 kg / 3.49 lbs
REGULATORY AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE
Regulatory Model: T06H Regulatory Type: T06H001 Energy Star 8.0, EPEAT® Gold13 MIL-STD-810H testing17: Transit drop (48” / 1.22m); single unit), blowing rain, blowing dust, blowing sand, vibration, functional shock, humidity, salt fog (with rubberized keyboard), altitude, explosive atmosphere, solar radiation, thermal shock, freeze/ thaw, tactical standby to operational Operating thermal range18: -20°F to 145°F (-29°C to 63°C) Non-operating range: -60°F to 160°F (-51°C to 71°C) IEC 60529 ingress protection17: IP-65 (dust-tight, protected against pressurized water) Hazardous locations certification: ANSI/ISA.12.12.01 certification (Class I, Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D) Electromagnetic interference: MIL-STD-461F
INPUT
Rugged 7230 Tablet Water/Glove-Capable Touchscreen Dell Rugged Active Pen - PN720R (Sold separately) Rugged 7230 Tablet Premium Keyboard (Sold separately)
SENSORS
Hall Sensor, Gyroscope, eCompass/Magnetometer, Accelerometer (free fall), Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor (SAR)
SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
Dell Power Manager 3.1 or later, Dell Command
PERIPHERAL
Configure 4.8 or later, Dell Command
Monitor 10.8 or later, Dell Command
Update 4.3 or later, Dell Command
Update Catalog, Dell Command
Deploy, Dell Command
Integration Suite for System Center 6.2, Dell Command
Intel® vPro™ Out of Band, 4.2 or later, Dell Command
PowerShell Provider 2.6 or later, Dell Command
Deploy Driver Pack Catalog 1.0 or later
Dell Premium Keyboard, Dell Rotating Hand Strap, Dell Active Pen - PN720R, Dell Rigid Tablet Handle, Dell Shoulder Strap, Dell Magnetic Mount, Dell Flexible Handle, Dell Mobile Stand, Dell Passive Pen, Dell Mobile Battery Charger Additional Dell and third-party accessories available
The Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The Latitude 7230 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Security And Surveillance, Warehousing.
Across these sectors, the Latitude 7230 is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Barcode And RFID Scanning, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the Latitude 7230 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the Latitude 7230 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet comes with a 1 Year Limited With Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
Do you need further details about the Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Dell Latitude 7230 or need a custom Rugged Tablet solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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- Dual hot-swappable batteries for continuous power
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, many rugged tablets are designed with integrated connectivity options, including both 4G and 5G capabilities. This ensures that users can maintain consistent communication and access critical data while working in the field, where traditional Wi-Fi might be unavailable or unreliable. The integration of 4G and 5G in a rugged tablet means enhanced productivity and operational efficiency across various demanding industries.
Rugged Limited provides a selection of rugged tablets that incorporate these advanced cellular technologies, offering dependable internet access and communication features essential for mobile workforces. This allows for seamless data syncing, real-time collaboration, and access to cloud-based applications, all crucial for operations that extend beyond typical office environments.
Rugged tablets are engineered to thrive in the challenging and often hazardous conditions prevalent in the oil and gas industry. These environments often involve extreme temperatures, exposure to dust, water, and volatile substances, and the need for reliable performance in critical operations. A rugged tablet from Rugged Limited is built to withstand such harshness, ensuring operational continuity and data integrity.
Our rugged tablets are designed with features like reinforced casings, sealed ports, and screens that are readable in direct sunlight, which are crucial for fieldwork. They provide the resilience needed for tasks such as seismic surveying, pipeline inspection, and equipment maintenance, where standard consumer-grade devices would quickly fail. This makes the rugged tablet an indispensable tool for enhancing efficiency and safety in oil and gas operations.
Rugged Limited offers a range of rugged tablets designed to meet the demands of various industries, and many models feature integrated GPS functionality. This is particularly beneficial for professionals who require precise location tracking and navigation in harsh or remote conditions, such as those in field service, logistics, or construction.
The inclusion of GPS in a rugged tablet ensures that users can accurately plot routes, mark points of interest, and maintain situational awareness without relying on separate devices. This integration enhances efficiency and safety for tasks that depend on reliable location data. When choosing a rugged tablet, confirming the GPS specification is crucial for applications that require this feature.
Rugged Limited understands that every business has unique requirements, which is why we offer comprehensive customisation options for our rugged tablets. When considering a rugged tablet from us, you can explore various ways to tailor the device to your operational needs. This ensures that the technology you deploy is not just robust, but also perfectly aligned with your workflows and applications.
Our customisation services aim to provide a truly bespoke solution, enhancing the functionality and efficiency of your new rugged tablet in challenging environments. Whether you have specific hardware or software needs, Rugged Limited is equipped to help you create a solution that drives productivity and delivers reliable performance.
When considering a
rugged tablet
for challenging work environments, vibration resistance is a key design feature. Many of the rugged tablets available from Rugged Limited are engineered to withstand significant vibrations, which is crucial for applications in vehicles, industrial settings, or field operations where equipment is regularly subjected to movement and shock. This robust construction ensures that sensitive internal components remain protected, preventing operational disruptions and data loss due to constant shaking or impact.
The enhanced durability against vibration contributes to the overall reliability and longevity of a
rugged tablet
, allowing users to maintain productivity without concerns about equipment failure in high-vibration scenarios.
Rugged tablets significantly reduce downtime by offering superior durability and resilience compared to standard consumer tablets. These devices are engineered to endure environments that would otherwise lead to frequent malfunctions and replacements, which in turn causes operational delays. For instance, a rugged tablet can withstand drops, vibrations, extreme temperatures, and exposure to dust and water, thanks to their robust construction and certifications like MIL-STD and IP ratings.
By proactively addressing common causes of device failure, Rugged Limited’s range of rugged tablets ensures that critical tasks can continue uninterrupted, minimising costly downtimes and maintaining productivity. This reliability is crucial for industries where equipment failure can have significant financial and operational consequences.
Rugged tablets are exceptionally well-suited for logistics operations due to their robust construction and advanced features designed to withstand challenging work environments. These devices are built to endure drops, vibrations, extreme temperatures, and exposure to dust and water, which are common occurrences in warehouses, shipping yards, and delivery routes.
Rugged Limited provides a range of rugged tablets that integrate seamlessly into logistics workflows. Their tablets offer capabilities like advanced GPS for route optimisation, barcode scanning for inventory management, and reliable connectivity for real-time data synchronisation. This ensures that logistics professionals can maintain productivity and accuracy, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
The long battery life and bright, readable screens of a rugged tablet further enhance their utility in logistics, allowing for extended use throughout shifts and clear visibility even in outdoor settings or varying lighting conditions.
Rugged Limited’s tablets are engineered with advanced display technology that enables full functionality even when operating with gloves or wet hands. This feature is crucial for professionals working in industries such as construction, logistics, and field services, where removing gloves or ensuring dry hands is not always practical or safe. The responsive multi-touch screens are designed to accurately register inputs from various glove types, including thick work gloves, and maintain sensitivity when exposed to moisture.
This capability ensures uninterrupted workflow and enhanced productivity, allowing users to interact with their rugged tablet devices seamlessly, regardless of environmental conditions. From data entry to navigation and communication, the display’s resilience to water and glove contact makes Rugged Limited an indispensable tool for demanding work scenarios.
Dell is a long established United States technology manufacturer, and its Latitude Rugged series is the company’s purpose built line of rugged laptops and tablets for harsh environments. The range includes Latitude Rugged and Latitude Rugged Extreme models, engineered to withstand drops, vibration, dust, moisture and temperature extremes that would disable a standard business laptop. Dell brings the familiarity and manageability of its mainstream Latitude platform to a rugged form factor, which appeals to organisations that value compatibility with existing Dell fleets and IT processes. Buyers choose Latitude Rugged when they need field grade durability without leaving a trusted enterprise ecosystem.
In rugged computing, Dell specialises in its Latitude Rugged series of laptops and tablets, including the more hardened Rugged Extreme line. The focus is on bringing enterprise grade manageability, security and the familiar Latitude platform into devices engineered to survive field conditions. This suits organisations that already run Dell hardware and want rugged devices that integrate smoothly with existing deployment, management and support processes. The range covers rugged laptops for data intensive and control roles and rugged tablets for mobile and in vehicle use. Dell’s strength here is combining proven business computing with field grade durability, giving IT teams rugged options within a familiar ecosystem.
Both belong to Dell’s Latitude Rugged series, but they target different levels of durability. The Rugged line provides strong field grade protection for demanding mobile and outdoor use, while the Rugged Extreme line is engineered for the most severe conditions, with enhanced sealing and resilience for environments involving heavier ingress, shock and temperature exposure. The right choice depends on how harsh the deployment is and the form factor required, since the series spans both laptops and tablets. Exact ingress and durability ratings differ between models, so buyers should confirm the specification of each device on its product page to match protection level to the operating environment.
Dell’s Latitude Rugged and Rugged Extreme devices are engineered to recognised rugged standards, commonly including IP ingress protection and testing to MIL-STD-810 for drop, shock, vibration and environmental resilience, with the Rugged Extreme models built for the harshest conditions. Exact ratings differ between the Rugged and Rugged Extreme lines and between individual models, so the specification of each device should be confirmed on its product page before purchase. Designing to these standards is what allows Dell’s rugged range to survive field use that would disable a standard Latitude business laptop, while retaining the enterprise manageability that Dell customers expect.
Dell Latitude Rugged laptops and tablets are used across field service, utilities, defence, emergency services, transport, manufacturing and other sectors where mobile workers operate in harsh or unpredictable conditions. The series is particularly attractive to organisations that already run Dell enterprise hardware and want rugged devices that fit their existing management, security and support framework. The Rugged Extreme line extends suitability to the most severe environments, while standard Rugged models suit a broad range of demanding field roles. Across these sectors, the appeal is field grade durability combined with the manageability and ecosystem compatibility of a mainstream enterprise platform.
A consumer laptop is not engineered for field conditions, whereas Dell’s Latitude Rugged and Rugged Extreme devices are built to survive drops, ingress, vibration and temperature extremes, with testing to MIL-STD-810 and IP rated protection on the range. Beyond durability, Dell brings enterprise grade security, manageability and compatibility with existing Latitude fleets, which simplifies deployment and support for IT teams. The practical result is fewer field failures, longer service life and lower downtime, which improves total cost of ownership despite the higher upfront price. For organisations standardised on Dell, the rugged range delivers field resilience without leaving a familiar and well supported ecosystem.
Yes. Dell’s Latitude Rugged series includes rugged tablets alongside its rugged laptops, including Rugged Extreme tablet models for the harshest conditions. Rugged laptops suit users who need a full keyboard and larger screen for control, data entry and detailed work, while rugged tablets favour mobility, handheld use and in vehicle mounting. Offering both form factors lets an organisation standardise on the Dell platform across mixed roles while choosing the right device for each task. Durability ratings and configurations vary between models, so buyers should review each device’s specification on its product page to match form factor and protection level to the deployment.
A key reason organisations choose Dell rugged devices is that they sit within the broader Dell enterprise ecosystem, sharing the management, security and support framework familiar to IT teams already running Dell hardware. This can simplify procurement, deployment and ongoing administration compared with introducing a separate rugged brand. The Latitude Rugged series brings field grade durability to that familiar platform, so a fleet can extend into harsh environments without abandoning established processes. Specific compatibility, configuration and management features vary by model, so confirm the exact specification on the individual product page and validate against your environment when planning a deployment.