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    Backlit keyboard possible on CF-73

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by deadlyap1, Jan 16, 2008.

  1. deadlyap1

    deadlyap1 Newbie

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    Hi, first post here. Great site. I have searched around, and I realize there is no plug and play backlit keyboard available for the CF-73. Looking at a few CF-28 laying around the office, it seems that the keyboards on the CF-73 and the 28 are the same physical size.

    I am wondering if it would be possible to somehow hack a CF-28 keyboard into my CF-73. Anyone have any input on this is greatly appreciated.
     
    deadlyap1, Jan 16, 2008
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  2. jkihl

    jkihl Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have heard of this, but have not seen anything yet? Have you
    heard how to do this yet?

    Thanks,

    John
     
    jkihl, Feb 29, 2008
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  3. mnementh

    mnementh Crusty Ol' TinkerDwagon

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    BHOOM...

    TB? TBTech?ZeroFlight?Ohlip?

    Any more insights?

    mnem
    Bueller... Bueller... Bueller...
     
    mnementh, Feb 29, 2008
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  4. ZeroFlight

    ZeroFlight Notebook Evangelist

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    I'll have to wait until tomorrow before I can check. I've never touched the 70 series.
     
    ZeroFlight, Feb 29, 2008
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  5. Modly

    Modly Warranty Voider

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    I've never seen a 70 series in person, nor have I wanted one. They aren't tough enough ;)

    I would consider a 50 series just because they are more powerful laptops and have a larger screen though.
     
    Modly, Feb 29, 2008
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  6. kingstu

    kingstu Notebook Consultant

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    I have put a 70 series keyboard on a model 27 and it worked just fine. I think they fit but not sure about the backlit issue.
     
    kingstu, Feb 29, 2008
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  7. jkihl

    jkihl Newbie

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    I understand that the keypad of the cf-51 which is backlit can be
    placed in the 73?
     
    jkihl, Feb 29, 2008
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  8. jkihl

    jkihl Newbie

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    Is there any site on the Web, that has information on GPS mods for the
    cf-73?
     
    jkihl, Feb 29, 2008
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  9. ohlip

    ohlip Toughbook Modder

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    As far as i know The cf-73 series has no expansion slot like the cf-18,cf-m34,cf-72, cf-27,cf-28,and cf-29 correct me if i am wrong. The only slot for expansion is the mini pci slot which is ocupied by wi-fi but you can still mod.. if you want to install gps by treminating one usb or install 2 port usb hub for your gps.It will be done if you know what you are doin.


    For backlit keyboard, yes! you can install rubber backlit with the one with two cable ribbon only.
     
    ohlip, Mar 1, 2008
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  10. jkihl

    jkihl Newbie

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    Do you happen to know what part number for the rubber keyboard to
    use? that has the back lit capability?
     
    jkihl, Mar 1, 2008
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  11. Mega-Man

    Mega-Man Notebook Consultant

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    Modly,
    Dont discount the 72 - still has a handle and gel around the HD - just no port covers but does give you 2 USB. Makes a great lighter option and still can take a hit. I hooked my son up with one. I have not got to the keyboard yet but I had seen ohlip state that the keyboards would work off a 28. You can pick up PIII pretty cheap - I just got one of ebay for $260 had XP and a 30g HD - very nice but not as cool as my 28 I agree -
     
    Mega-Man, Mar 1, 2008
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