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    Toughbook CF-19 MK4 WWAN Bios Switch missing

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by usedtough, Apr 6, 2015.

  1. usedtough

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    Normally on these units when I install the WWAN card I make sure that the WWAN is enabled in the BIOS. However on this model that option is not available. The model number is CF-192VYFX1M. I had the same problem with a few CF-52s and by using this forum I was sent to a BIOS Flash file that added that feature to the bios.

    Is this the same situation with these CF-19s. If so does anyone know where I can get that file?
     
    usedtough, Apr 6, 2015
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    It's MK6, not MK4.
    Maybe spgobi2 will help, but I'm not sure.

    P.S. It's a federal model without Wi-Fi. I think you may have problems without another BIOS.
    Maybe Shawn will come here and tell you - he's guru in BIOS :)
     
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    It "may" be the same file...
     
    Shawn, Apr 6, 2015
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    usedtough Newbie

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    I have tried the spgobi2 file but does not work. Is there another option?
     
    usedtough, Apr 9, 2015
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    Is there a menu line in the bios called optional kit?
     
    Shawn, Apr 9, 2015
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    usedtough Newbie

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    When I do try the spgobi2 file it says that it does not work on the Calpella platform.
     
    usedtough, Apr 9, 2015
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    yes the bios has optional kit configuration. but when I try to choose it it asks for a password
     
    usedtough, Apr 9, 2015
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    PM sent...
     
    Shawn, Apr 9, 2015
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    Hi everyone I'm having a similar issue, but my BIOS does not have the "Optional Kit" setting in the BIOS. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

    Thanks
    Carl
     
    Toughbookfreak, Apr 10, 2015
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    right direction
     
    BaRRmaley, Apr 10, 2015
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    Full model number?
    Answer is different for different mk's
     
    Shawn, Apr 10, 2015
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    Shawn the full Model number is CF-19RHRAX2M and I'm using a Gobi 3000 card.
    Thank you for your help.
     
    Toughbookfreak, Apr 10, 2015
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    Model Number: CF-19RHRAX2M
    Status: DISCONTINUED
    MSRP: $3,629
    Description: WinXP (Win7 COA), Intel Core i5-540UM 1.20GHz, vPro, 10.4" XGA Touch, 160GB, 2GB, Intel WiFi a/b/g/n, TPM, Bluetooth, Dual Pass (Upper:WWAN/Lower:WLAN), No Drive, Toughbook Preferred

    A CF19R (mk4) should have optional kit in BIOS...
     
    Shawn, Apr 10, 2015
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    Shawn, unless I'm crazy... its been known to happen lol May I PM you a picture of the BIOS Advanced section?
     
    Toughbookfreak, Apr 10, 2015
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    Post the photo here please..

    Here is what it should be.
    [​IMG]
     
    Shawn, Apr 10, 2015
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    Everything is the same except the Optional Kit config
     
    Toughbookfreak, Apr 10, 2015
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    Did it have a Gobi installed ever?
    The standard Gobi for a mk4 was a Gobi2000.
    You "MAY" have to install a Gobi2000 to get the "Optional Kit Configuration" to show up.
    What are the numbers on the Gobi3000? Is it from a Toughbook?
    If it's from another brand laptop, it is a good possibility that it will never work in a Toughbook.
     
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    There is no "Optional kit configuration" in my MK4 too.
    CF-19WJF7A1M
    spgobi2 helped me and Gobi1000 works fine in this machine :)
    Hope Toughbookfreak doesn't need a new BIOS.
     
    BaRRmaley, Apr 10, 2015
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  19. Toughbookfreak

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    (Did it have a Gobi installed ever? )

    No, it has never been installed

    (The standard Gobi for a mk4 was a Gobi2000. )

    Have one on the way.

    (You "MAY" have to install a Gobi2000 to get the "Optional Kit Configuration" to show up.
    What are the numbers on the Gobi3000? Is it from a Toughbook?)
    It was purchased directly from Panasonic

    (If it's from another brand laptop, it is a good possibility that it will never work in a Toughbook.)
     
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    Thanks everyone! I received my Gobi2000 card and it worked with the SPGOBI2 files.

    Thanks for everyone's help
     
    Toughbookfreak, Apr 20, 2015
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    So I can take this quote to my signature :))))
     
    BaRRmaley, Apr 20, 2015
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