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TraCS hardware

TraCS hardware (approximate costs) as of September 2009.

This page is meant to provide a cost estimate for equipment, but the list below is not complete. Laptop computer minimum requirements to run TraCS: 

  • Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista
  • 1GHz Pentium 4 processor
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 20 GB hard drive (250 MB free space)
Required hardware:
CF-30FASAZAM Panasonic Toughbook $3,723
Gambler CF-30 docking station with single RF $717
Pentax Pocket Jet 3 printer $226
Docking station power supply, cables, etc. $150
Crown Vic mounting package $198
Ledco armrest mount $229
 
Optional hardware/software:
Trimble Placer 450 GPS (includes cable & antennae) $150
IP150 IPMobileNet radio modem $2,180
HTE SunGard mobile data browser (MDB) - optional $375
Quick Scene - optional $42
 
Motorcycle hardware:
CF-19KHRAXAM Panasonic Toughbook $2,830
CF-19 GOBI integrated Sprint modem $298
Pentax Pocket Jet 3 printer $226
Gambler Johnson computer motorcycle mount $210
Gambler Johnson motorcycle printer mount $142
Gambler Johnson mounting cradle $207

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles, and Wisconsin Badger TraCS do not promote any single name brand product or dealer. Hardware and software items listed are taken from reports from agencies that have implemented or will be implementing TraCS in 2009. All costs are approximate; hardware may be customized to agency need.

Additionally, your department may need to purchase a server and/or an interface depending on your set-up and your records management system.

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