TBT CF-19 Guide

[kode-niner]

I got this WWAN module to work on Linux in a MK2:
Sierra MC8700 - confirmed working HSPA+ on Telus Network
Huawei 820U - confirmed working AWS 1700/2100 on Videotron Network and HSPA+ on Telus Network.

I am currently testing:
Option GT689W (original Gobi 3000) -currently recognized by Linux kernel but missing firmware images to unlock as of today 16 Aug 2014. AT commands acknowledged. Recently obtained Windows 7 drivers and is properly recognized by system under that OS. Haven't found compatible CSA yet.
Sierra MC8775 - no compatible sim with me but recognized and properly identified by kernel 3.14. AT commands acknowledged.



Untested: GPS functionality where applicable.

[kode-niner]

I think it is safe to update the OP. I have tested the following card both in Linux and Windows 7 on a CF-19 MK2:

Huawei EM820U http://www.ebay.com/itm/170852350157

Mobile Partner connection software including drivers for this WWAN module on Win7 and XP are here:
http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/ds027690

[sakkara]

hi i have a mk 5 with win 7 64 bit running on it with a samsung 128 gig SSD and 12 GIG ram installed
waiting for my 512 Gig SSD to arrive

spec sheet says :
1 x usb 2 port
and
1 x usb 3 port

which is which ?

[teo]

There is no USB 3.0 on CF-19MK5. The USB 3.0 features starts from CF-19MK6

teo

[sakkara]

thanks

[Shawn]

Info to add..

Different batteries for a CF 19.

CF VZSU48--Blue tab...10.65v--- 5.7Ah
CF VZSU48U---Blue tab--10.65v--- 5.7Ah
CF VZSU50---Green tab...Hazardous Location battery---Reported by web site as for mk1-mk4
CF VZSU48CJS--Orange tab--Japan only ..CF-19 mk6 later??...-10.65v--5.7Ah
CF VZSU58U..Yellow tab--11.1v---5.6Ah--For mk4 and later?-Sold with laptop only not sold separately.
CF VZSU50W..No label info found yet..
CF-VZSU48R.. China Only---10.65V---5.7Ah
CF-VZSU48JS...No label info found yet..
Info is from battery labels.....
Interesting that some Ebay sellers are selling new in box batteries CF-VZSU48U on box, but battery says CF-VZSU48--NO U...

[kode-niner]

My CF VZSU58U Yellow tab works fine in my MK2. I just wish it were new and actually held a charge worth a damn.

[Shawn]

Barrmaley and I both have troubles with the lifespan of a VZSU58..In a nutshell they suk...
I am convinced that Panasonic uses cheap Chinese cells in those batteries. You can not buy a 58 battery over the counter..Only available in a new CF19...I think they are like the starter ink cartridges.
I ordered another battery for my CF19....When it gets here I may sacrifice that 58 battery and see what's inside...

[Karl Klammer]

Performance is not top on Panasonic's priority list.
It's pretty standard for Panasonic to detune fully rugged models down to SATA 1 and about 80% CPU speed.
Reasons are durability and heat, combined with battery life.
(sources: shawn, own benchmarking, toyo)

[monkey1911]

I have specs for green tab battery.
CF-VZSU50 5.7Ah Typ 5.4Ah Min 58Wh 10.65V

Seems to work just fine in a normal CF-19.