Panasonic Toughbook CF-31 mk4 Overview

[@80sCompaqPC]

Good overview! I just got a Mk5 CF-31 and I love it! I will be using it as my main PC. I use and carry vintage laptops all the time, so the bulkiness isn't an issue for me, I actually really like it. I also really love having a built-in serial port and PCMCIA slot. With the serial I can plug my Palm PDA cradles straight into the machine with no adapters. And I use a PCMCIA to CF adapter to transfer files to vintage laptops, which will slot directly into this laptop.

[@JohnnyL3Cash]

Excellent review. Just to mention that upgrading from an HDD to an SSD will not only help with performance but also with battery lifespan/uptime because the lack of an electric motor that is always spinning, and also avoiding possible mechanical failure/data loss, as the HDD will eventually break. I have purchased a second hand MK5 unit with 16GB of RAM, SSD, built in GPS and 4G/LTE modem. It shows ~3000 hours operation in BIOS. It comes with a LIND car charger (made in USA). I love it and now I can take my old Toyota 4x4 from 1986 and go trough hell if needed 🤘 Ah, this configuration whas originally sold for 5960$ 😅

[@stephenvalis7071]

Terrific review. Best one I have seen. Just purchased one to replace my 12 year old toshiba, that I have been slowly coaxing along for far too many years. I have plenty of desktops in my office and home. I just needed something tough, that would work as a pass through for watching movies from one of my externals, and using for all of my diagnostic software for my cars and motorcycles. Dont really care about the weight, though, might look into the second battery, for when I am traveling. Dont really need an optical drive, since I havent used the one on my toshiba in at least 7 or 8 years. Hardly even use them on the home and office computers.

[@kyoko703]

Man, I remember these laptops. We had a fleet of about 600 or so. Yes, they are heavy but they have had a lot of mileage during my time with them and they went all over the world and then some....

[@mainemalehere]

I recently bought a CF-31. It has a DVD player and I'm interested more in a 2nd battery. Does this require more than just buying the 2nd battery for that compartment ? Thanks Ed

[@StinkyTeal]

Thanks so much for this video, really appreciate it.

[@yemarican]

Thank you very much.. This was awesome to watch and learn about this laptop.

[@morganwilliams8073]

Can you link the expansion slot battery you purchased? Thanks.

[@Bobjohnson]

Awesome thorough review!

[@carlosguinle9808]

Amazing thoughbook.. I bought one for US$100 at Dayton Hamvention in 2019,

[@Gigastorm123]

This was a really good review, thankyou. Can you install a blue ray player in the optical port if you wanted to?

[@mainemalehere]

Very nice video. I'm still learning about it.

[@Shangreel]

Thank you for this review! About cooling: how about thin coper platine with "liquid metal" thermopaste?

[@tylersmyler]

Thank you for this! Is there a dark mode setting?

[@jamesbarratt593]

Whats best resolution on the old rugged tough books. Also which is better out of this cf31 or cf19.

[@mcash508]

Where do I get the music in the background?

[@williamjohnson4797]

Great video Sir, I'm going to buy one. Thank you!

[@aep-world6752]

13:40 Yeah you don't have to re-install/Reload Windows all over again you can just clone the drive.

[@zachsmith1731]

Yeah I was confused there.

[@doomgod314]

Disk dump is golden

[@everytoolashammer9427]

I went with the sell 5414 over this. I don't think the water rating is as good as the cf31 or the Dell 74xx series but for $500 it's practically brand new, 3 battery's (one hot swap) 4g lte, 1tb ssd, I'm not upset

[@kilobyte9185]

Those also look like quite nice machines. Not quite as rugged, but a little more practical for daily use.

[@haydertaher3286]

Brother question ? Does the CF31 model have a pen I mean all the models have it or not please answer

[@SheWantMoreAi]

good review but how to connect wired headphones too it

[@bignickondemand4495]

Believe it or not I’m actually thinking about buying one myself when I have the money because this thing is way too damn bad ass

[@doomgod314]

I recommend them, if you can get a good deal. I’ve owned 4 toughbooks in my life. I’m buying a new one before college.

[@suryawedanta2700]

if someone throw this thing to your head, you probably dead or got a brain injury

[@midnightsecuritysargent1066]

Do you fix them and repair them I have some questions. Would Really appreciate it

[@alexsfix-itchannel476]

Check out the bob Johnson computer stuff channel, great info on there

[@nnnn6071]

may I know the opening music please? Thanks!

[@ابنكباشي-ت7د]

I have a problem with the wifi he doesn't connect with network?

[@Stormcloakvictory]

Wish the cf31 and cf19 screen could be upgraded to an ips display or even a 1080p screen (or whatever HD would be in that aspect ratio) I know it doesn't make much sense for a rugged machine like this, but still. The Panasonic cf40 does have a 1080p screen and is fully rugged but they're way too expensive still, being released not too long ago.

[@DjSuperKKimoUgale]

Can you guys post a VIDEO how to replace the BIOS CHIP ... I have 2 toughbook's CF-31's MK3 and MK4 with Password Lock Supervisor BIOS Lock. Thanks I just updaed the drivers using a new driver update by CCLEANER and it changed my password after reboot. Thanks would be great if you guys can find away and post something how to replace the BIOS or Reset the BIOS Thanks

[@RaptorRotorHead]

Would been extra nice to see you press keys on the board,

[@Gigastorm123]

Also what's the speaker like?

[@30pvfd]

What about the 52 model

[@Bullworm562]

This would be great for field amateur radio operations.

[@wg99er]

I would think a scanner dongle would work with a toughbook?

[@predpalina]

What screen resolution? Is it 1080p?

[@kilobyte9185]

it is a low 1024x768. Not fantastic.

[@melcever49]

Is there a way to change the language? I tried but it's not working. :(

[@jameswyma9849]

language on what?

[@schmago1348]

hello, how to write "@" the at sign on this keyboard in English please?

[@kilobyte9185]

It should be above the number 2 key if you have an English layout keyboard installed.

[@schmago1348]

@@kilobyte9185 the at symbol is marked on the button just to the left of the "ENTER" button at the same time as the comma. but I have not found any manifestation to write the at sign. Many thanks to you again

[@kilobyte9185]

@@schmago1348 I’m afraid I am not familiar with that keyboard layout then. Sorry I can’t be of more help.

[@dldeanlong77]

CF30 was before this one. CF19 is a different model.

[@davidwarnes5158]

Not a issue to change , just clone the old hard drive to the new ssd card , simple

[@PaladinHD]

Virgin macbook/breaks after dropping 2 inches. Chad toughbook/ breaks after being dropped 2 miles

[@akguy5452]

I am now going to call my toughbook the chadbook

[@adamkatt]

you didn ttry duke nukem on it...

[@dylanlockler1039]

what is the song

[@manny9858]

Hi what you think it’s the best to buy I like the tughbook but I don know what’s is the best choice I pipe fitter and I have to use a lot in the field to download 3D model I like you Chanel I hope you can help me thanks

[@kilobyte9185]

The CF-19 is a smaller, more portable laptop, however it's keyboard is a bit more difficult to use. The CF-31 is the largest and most rugged model, but it weighs over 10lbs and is very bulky to carry around. If you are doing field work and potability is a priority, I would probably choose the cf-19. I would suggest a mk5 or higher for modern operating system support.

[@Wasmachineman]

CF-19 or a Toughpad G1.

[@Motherforker-c2o]

ooh thats cool, ive got one of the older models

[@shurecom3jektrading702]

How well does this work with Zoom or Google Meeting ? Thanks

[@geometrikselfelsefesi]

it doesnt have camera guess you need buy camera

[@geometrikselfelsefesi]

Otherwise its acceptable

[@usptact]

Anybody tried to install FreeBSD on this thing?

[@SummerSideOfLife]

Load Minitools 10. Then copy disk to the SSD using a USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5 Adapter case.

[@Sourpusscandy]

I see them mostly in popo cars, runnin’ plates n sht

[@angelesmartinez954]

Thanks

[@doomgod314]

These CF-31s are all SATA, right? I was disappointed when I got a CF-18

[@kilobyte9185]

Yes. All cf-31 models are SATA. CF-19s are as well.

[@MrDam180]

Can it with stand children

[@kilobyte9185]

Better than most any other laptop. May want to get the rubber waterproof keyboard option though.

[@doomgod314]

My dad gave me his old models when he upgraded through the 90’s

[@smoke6816]

Who’s here from drake

[@z4byr]

Can I play Minecraft

[@sujeetkumar4998]

Ek hame chaiea tooghbook painasonic

[@ancientruth5298]

This looklike a nuclear detonating bomb 😂nit good bringing on airport 😂

[@mr.nobody5109]

Call of duty MW3 Laptop)

[@1tactundra140]

Bro I can judge that you voted for Harris…….just by your fingernails lol. However great vid. I just got a refurb CF31. Love it