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    I am a newbie with a CF-30

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by r.wyll, Jan 16, 2013.

  1. r.wyll

    r.wyll Notebook Geek

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    I am new to the world of toughbooks and this forum. I have recently purchased a CF-30CTQAXBM with EC V1.00L16

    I have a 750g hdd, TS, BT, Combo drive, AT&T wwan, with 4g of memory. I believe I have updated all the drivers. I am still running XP pro sp2. I would like to upgrade to gps, backlit keyboard, and possibly a fingerprint reader. What are my options? Any and all help would be appreciated.
     
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    toughasnails Toughbook Moderator Moderator

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    well the keyboard will cost you $60-$100 and the fingerprint reader up to $200 for the kit. For the gps I would go with custom-toughbooks or techtuff...both are forum members here. Myself I would go with a SSD in it and W7...very fast.
     
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    r.wyll Notebook Geek

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    Is windows 7 really that much faster? What do I need to do to prepare for installation? How big of an ssd can I get for this thing? If I just install W7 or the ssd alone will I get a boost in speed?
     
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    Toughbook Drop and Give Me 20!

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    You need to spend some time reading some of the threads around here. You will learn a TON of useful info. Then you can dial in and ask the questions that will really help you!

    For GPS I'd go with TechTuff's kit. It is a superior product and easy to install!
     
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