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    CF 30 USB Cable

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by xboxhaxorz, Jun 18, 2011.

  1. xboxhaxorz

    xboxhaxorz Notebook Evangelist

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    I have one that came with my Cf-29 and it works fine with both the 29 and 30. However, I'm not very impressed with it's design. Yes, one end can be screwed into the computer -- but the other end is still just a standard USB connector. So, instead of a tug on the USB cable pulling the connection out of the computer, the tug pulls the connector out of the adapter 6 inches away from the computer. ????
     
    Kardan, Jun 19, 2011
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    capt.dogfish The Curmudgeon

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    I believe the function of the cable is to protect the USB socket more than preventing accidental disconnects.
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    Yeah its so if you are constantly plugging and unplugging a USB peripheral which wears down the USB socket, you are just replacing a quick and easy cable rather then having to send the Toughbook back for repair.
     
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  5. xboxhaxorz

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    you think it seals it off as well? from dust and water?

    i wanna get it just to have a TB accessory but its a bit pricey

    are there any other unique accessories for TBs?
     
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    And I seem to have noticed that Panasonic does not use the best of USB sockets, especially in my CF-30s. The side socket in the MK1 is feeling like its on it's last legs.
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    Are you saying the CF 30 is not built to the Tough Standard?
     
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    That would justify using a $5 short USB cable - but the $20 extra for the screw doesn't seem to accomplish much.
     
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    I'm just saying that Panasonic does drop the ball now and again. I love my Toughbooks but they aren't perfect. Some recent touch screen issues come to mind.
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    capt.dogfish, Jun 20, 2011
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