Clinical computers are still traditional PCs connected to separate monitors. All-in-one computers, like the Durabook P24 from GammaTech Computer Corporation reviewed here, combine a fully capable computer within the back of a large high resolution display and allow for easy transportation between rooms, take up less space, need fewer cords, and make life a little easier for clinicians that use them and tech support folks that maintain them. We spent a couple weeks using the Durabook P24, an all-in-one computer developed for clinical applications, and would like to share our findings about this interesting new product.

DESIGN: The P24 certainly looks slick, having nothing but a curved white bezel surrounding its 24-inch high-definition touchscreen. Besides an embedded webcam near the top and a small proximity sensor near the bottom, the front is visually sterile and doesn’t have any buttons, lights, jacks, or anything else to distract the user. Conveniently, the same design principle prevents any splashes or spills from damaging ports and dirty hands from accidentally touching the power button.

Instead, all the inputs are located on the back near the bottom of the computer and the power button with its accompanying blue status light resides on the left side of the screen. There’s also an SD card reader easily accessible near the power button.

The screen is flush with the bezel, making the front completely flat and therefore easy on the eyes and more importantly easy to clean. Not having any edges means there’s no room for pathogens to make home and hiding from a disinfecting wipe for them is a losing proposition.

There is a convenient handle in the back to carry the thing around if you need to move it between rooms. The rear leg is solid and has a pleasant feel when folding it in and out.

source:GammaTech Computer Corporation