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    CF-19 Model/serial number missing in BIOS

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by Geraout, Jan 11, 2019.

  1. Geraout

    Geraout Notebook Consultant

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    Haven't come across this before.

    Is it likely to cause any issues with loading model/mk specific Panasonic apps or BIOS updates?
     

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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    Possible replacement motherboard.
     
    Shawn, Jan 11, 2019
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    Well it looks to be a MK4. As Shawn said motherboard replacement...I have seen this a few times in the past on a CF-30
     
    toughasnails, Jan 11, 2019
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    Geraout Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for the replies. It is a mk4.

    Yes it appears the motherboard has been replaced. The question is though - would it be likely to cause any issues with loading model/mk specific Panasonic apps or BIOS updates etc.

    Do some software installs look for the model number or can it tell the mk/model from the motherboard itself? I ask as I occasionally see messages such as "Not for this computer" when installing.
     
    Geraout, Jan 12, 2019
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