will a CF-30c MK1 support Win 7 64bit?

I'm pretty sure the answer is NO bit I just wanted to run it passed all the Toughbook Gurus......

I've searched quite a bit & couldn't really extrapolate a definitive answer from the plethora of threads that my searches produced.


Any info would be greatly appreciated!!!

cipher77

 

Why wouldn't it? Even the mark 1 is pretty recent technology and should handle it just fine. But may want max out the RAM for a little extra boost.

 

It's already max'd out w/ 4GB of RAM. I'm updating the hard drive to a 500GB seagate hybrid SSD/platter drive as well.

I don't know if the Intel L2400 Core 2 Duo CPU is an x64 processor. This & whether or not the mobo chipset is x64 as well is what I need to know.

 

Oh sorry somehow I missed the 64bit part the l2400 is 32bit and I am assuming so is the chipset. Now that said I just don't know if that would disqualify it from running Win 7 x64 but you will need 64bit os to utilize the full 4gb of ram. I am sure others will chime in that have more knowledge or have tried it themselves.

I think the biggest challenge will be to find X64 video drivers from Panasonic.

 

I found this maybe it will help you:



To run a 64-bit version of Windows, your computer must have a 64-bit-capable processor. To find out if your processor is 64-bit-capable in Windows 7 or Windows Vista, do the following:

1.Open Performance Information and Tools by clicking the Start button , and then clicking Control Panel. In the search box, type Performance Information and Tools, and then, in the list of results, click Performance Information and Tools.

2.Do one of the following:

•In Windows 7, click View and print detailed performance and system information.

•In Windows Vista, click View and print details.

3.In the System section, you can see what type of operating system you're currently running under System type, and whether or not you can run a 64-bit version of Windows under 64-bit capable. (If your computer is already running a 64-bit version of Windows, you won't see the 64-bit capable listing.)

To see whether a computer running Windows XP is capable of running a 64-bit version of Windows, do the following:

1.Click Start.

2.Right-click My Computer, and then click Properties.

•If "x64 Edition" is listed under System, your processor is capable of running a 64-bit version of Windows.

•If you don't see "x64 Edition" listed, your processor still might be capable of running a 64-bit version of Windows. To find out for sure, download and run the free Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor from the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor webpage.

 

thank you tough-2-go!!! The Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor was the definitive answer to all my 64bit questions. yup!!! just as I thought -- my CF-30c is NOT x64 compatable. the Advisor solidified that question.

 

Thank you for posting your question, it did prompt me to do some research and to my dismay most of my systems will not support 64bits either. I really would have thought the Dual core processor in the CF30 MK1 would have no problems but I was wrong. You may also want to download the Intel CPU Id utility as it is the definitive answer as to what your processor can and can't do.

 

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Will it run it, I would say yes. Why did the Advisor say that it would not?

Will it benefit from it, no.

 

Azrial, you bring up a good comment. What would be my biggest or should I say the major differences running 64 Bit on my 30 MK3? Besides the obvious feature of being able to handle the full 4 Gigs.

We have a HP Touchsmart my wife uses for her personal/home stuff that runs 64bit and I really don't see much difference.

 

Not only are there going to be several Windows 7 editions, but you will also need to decide if you are going to run a 32 bit or 64 bit version of the operating system. If your CPU is more than a few years old there is a good chance that you can only run the 32 bit version of Windows 7, however if you have a modern processor you may have to decide between each version.

The 32 or 64 bit architecture refers to the memory address length that can be referenced by the processor. This also has an impact on the maximum amount of memory that can be utilised, which is 4GB for a 32 bit CPU (but in reality the maximum accessible ram is often closer to 3.4 GB due to other hardware allocations such as graphics card memory).

Having a 64 bit OS doesn’t automatically make all applications faster because much of today’s software is written and optimised for a 32 bit era. You’ll need software specifically optimised for 64 bit processing to take advantage of any speed improvements. Fortunately, many games are already including such enhancements.

You may think that using a 64 bit OS for a 64 bit processer is an obvious decision, but it is not so straightforward. Introducing a new architecture will cause new compatibility and driver problems that wouldn’t exist under the old 32 bit version.


Pros and Cons of a 64 bit system:
You can address much more than 4GB of memory, which is ideal for avid gamers, CAD, video editors and heavy multi-taskers. However, any 32 bit software you use will still be restricted to 4GB memory – you need a 64 bit CPU, OS and applications to take full advantage of the extra RAM.
16 bit applications will no longer run. Although this is unlikely to be a problem, if you use very old software (from the Windows 3.1 days!) then it will not work under a 64 bit OS.
Existing 32 bit drivers no longer work.If you have older or poorly supported hardware you may find that it can no longer be used. Got a 7 year old scanner that just about works in Vista? You may not be able to get it working in 64 bit Windows 7.
Unsigned kernel-mode drivers no longer work. Along with the issue above, the inability to run unsigned kernel mode drivers will cause problems for old hardware. (There is reportedly a way to bypass this check).
Running some 32 bit applications on a 64 bit OS could actually be slower. The additional overheads in running 32 bit software in 64 bit mode could cause a slight degradation in performance. It will take some time for 64 bit software to become the norm.
The conclusion? Well, it depends on what you use your system for. If you have a 64 bit capable CPU but use older hardware, it would be safe to stay with a 32 bit version for the time being to ensure that you don’t need extra upgrades.

If you’ve got the latest hardware and drivers are available, then it would be worth while taking the step up to a 64 bit OS. If you regularly work with resource hungry applications that are 64 bit optimised (such as video editing, CAD and image packages) then it would be especially beneficial to be able to work with over 4GB of RAM amongst the other improvements.

In the not too distant future, 64 bit computing will be a common standard – as all hardware from the last couple of years has been designed with this in mind. Until a complete upgrade cycle has passed for the majority of users, there is still a strong case for some users to stick with 32 bit Windows for the time being. Once more 64 bit applications start to appear, it would be a good time to make the switch to the new architecture.

Courtesy of win7forums.com

 

64-bit drivers are coming for CF-31, CF-19mk4, CF-52mk3, CF-C1, CF-F9.

Probably released around October time, although who knows when they will be on the USA / Canadian Toughbook support sites...

 

I tried installing win 7 64b when I stuck an ssd in it.
I messed around for a few days and could not get the sound,trackpad or touchscreen to work correctly.

I also tried to install the 32b version clean next and had no joy either.

I had to install cursed Vista from the factory image and then upgrade to 7 in place.
What a waste of time.
The install sucks and feels different than any fresh win7 install I have done.

I am thinking the curse of Vista has left a stain on the installation?

Ed

 

Was this on CF-30 MK1? It let you install 64bit even though the processor is 32bit?

 

Good question,I may have spoken too fast.
I am out of town without it right now too so I don't know for certain.