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    CF-31 Memory Upgrade

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by wmstwo02, Feb 16, 2012.

  1. wmstwo02

    wmstwo02 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm trying to install 2 @ 4GB memory modues in my new CF-31, and can't figure out how the black plastic divider comes out. I thought I had seen a thread on this, but can't find it. Any help would be appeciated; I don't want to damage anything. William
     
    wmstwo02, Feb 16, 2012
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  2. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    To get to the bottom slot, you need to take the ENTIRE botom cover off.

    Thanks
     
    Rob, Feb 16, 2012
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    wmstwo02 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I was afraid of that, but many thanks for confirming, Rob. My CF-30 was ALOT easier to upgrade!

    :)
     
    wmstwo02, Feb 16, 2012
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  4. TBtech29

    TBtech29 Notebook Evangelist

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    Its not that hard to take the bottom cab off, 11 small screws around the outside, then the 6 long screws in the recessed holes. then just a little pressure using your fingers inside the hdd and bat bays will pop right off. It will be a little hard to break at first due to the weather seal.
     
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    wmstwo02 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just like you said.....not difficult, just alot of screws! Thanks again for your help.
     
    wmstwo02, Feb 16, 2012
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  6. TBtech29

    TBtech29 Notebook Evangelist

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    hey I do it about 14 times a day lol. between the cf-29/30/and 31.
     
    TBtech29, Feb 17, 2012
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  7. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    Panasonic is doing his more and more. I think the reason is that the smaller the the cover, the less likely water will be to get in.

    The following I've confirmed are like this:

    CF-C1
    CF-19
    CF-31
     
    Rob, Feb 17, 2012
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  8. wmstwo02

    wmstwo02 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I hear you.....I've stripped a few in my lifetime. Also broke the very tip of the screwdriver in the screw slot. It's all a learning experience!
     
    wmstwo02, Feb 17, 2012
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  9. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    Which is why I cried when my Xcelite screwdriver finally broke.
     
    Rob, Feb 17, 2012
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    gothed Notebook Consultant

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    So just to clarify, the CF-31 MK1 has two ram slots and will accommodated 2 dims of 4 GB each. (To do this I need to remove the entire bottom plate?)

    thanks - Dom
     
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  11. TBtech29

    TBtech29 Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeppers to access the bottom slot you need to remove the bottom cabinet
     
    TBtech29, Feb 18, 2012
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  12. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    Yes sir. 10 char
     
    Rob, Feb 18, 2012
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  13. lemarq

    lemarq Notebook Enthusiast

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    Huh... guys, I don't know if I did something wrong... but I'm sure I replaced the two modules in my 31 MK1 without removing the bottom cover :confused:
    Just removed the two screws that hold the plastic spacer and pulled it straight up, slow and carefully. All went smooth, and I had no problem in assembling it back.
    8GB korean made Samsung memory now :cool:
     
    lemarq, Feb 20, 2012
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    gothed Notebook Consultant

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    very nice, once my 8 GB come in I will have a peak and let you guys know.
     
    gothed, Feb 20, 2012
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  15. Fightar

    Fightar Notebook Guru

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    I just used this handy little thread to install more RAM in my cf-31.

    As a token of gratitude, here's a naughty picture of the CF-31's insides. :yes:

    User discretion is advised

    [​IMG]

    edit: resized
     
    Fightar, Feb 22, 2012
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  16. toughasnails

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    WOW BIG PIC.....Now if you could only resize the pic (25%) would be great and it will keep the mods happy too :D .
     
    toughasnails, Feb 22, 2012
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