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    FS: CF-29 MK4 1.5/CD-RW/Backlit/WIFI/GPS

    Discussion in 'ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum' started by DAMCU, Feb 14, 2012.

  1. DAMCU

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    This MK4 CF-29 Toughbook has been my personal laptop for the past two years. I believe it was previously used in a Police Cruiser. It is in good condition with the usual scratches and scuffs but no major damage anywhere. The screen is in very good shape and had a screen protector on until the pictures in this listing were taken. I purchased this particular unit because it had the base features I wanted such as the backlit keyboard. I then upgraded the ram, added bluetooth (small interface plugged into side USB and fits with door closed), installed an internal OEM GPS unit, and put in a 2-port PCMCIA USB card. The touchscreen worked when I first purchased the laptop but at some point it stopped functioning. I never really used the touchscreen so I don't know exactly when the problem came up. I don't know what the issue is or if it can be fixed. I am therefore listing it as having a failed touchscreen. This appears to be a common problem and replacements are available on Ebay.

    It includes the Windows XP Restore CD's and the install CD for Easy Media Creator burning software. The system will be restored to factory default and then XP SP3 and all drivers will be installed and tested prior to shipping. I will also make sure the GPS is configured and working properly. All port covers and doors are intact and in good working order. The four included batteries hold a charge but I cannot guarantee running time.

    I am asking $489 which includes insured shipping in the continental U.S. (signature delivery required). I sell quite a bit on Ebay under the ID tekxtreme05 (993fb 100%+) in case you want to contact me through their messaging system to verify my identity. I try and sell outside of that site whenever possible due to their fee increases. I accept Paypal for payment.

    The Laptop has the following Specifications:
    1.60 GHz Pentium M CPU
    1.5 GB RAM
    80 GB Hard Drive
    CD-RW / DVD-ROM Drive
    Emissive Backlit Keyboard
    OEM GPS Sled
    Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
    Broadcom 2045 Bluetooth 2.0
    SD Card Reader Internal
    2-port PCMCIA USB Card
    Windows XP Pro COA on bottom

    The following items are included in the sale:
    Panasonic Toughbook CF-29LAQGABM
    CF-VZSU29AS Yellow Tab Battery
    CF-VZSU29 Blue Tab Battery
    2 x CF-VZSU1428 Media Bay Batteries
    CD-RW / DVD-ROM Drive (Media Bay / Removable)
    Floppy Drive (Media Bay / Removable)
    A/C Adapter
    XP Recovery CD's
    WINDVD / Easy Media Creator CD
    Sprint EVDO Sled

    You can view pictures HERE
    http://photobucket.com/tbcf29fs