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CF-V21P

Produced 1993–1994Panasonic CF-V21P family
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The Panasonic CF-V21P is a notebook-sized laptop released by Panasonic in 1993. The Panasonic CF-V21P was the first notebook computer to have an integrated CD-ROM drive as an option. The Panasonic CF-V21P was discontinued in 1994.[1]

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Produced

1993–1994

Gas delivery

Panasonic[1]

What it is

The Panasonic CF-V21P is a Panasonic laptop computer.[1]

How it works

The CF-V21P uses a modular notebook architecture with interchangeable components and expansion options.[1]

The CF-V21P incorporates a detachable screen section, a trackball pointing device, and a side modular bay for removable accessories.[1]

Applications

The CF-V21P supports multimedia-oriented notebook use through its optional CD-ROM configuration and other modular accessories.[1]

Why won't it start?

Documented failure modes, common issues, and field considerations.

  • The Panasonic CF-V21P supported only 3.5-inch-diameter mini CDs rather than standard 4.7-inch discs.
  • The Panasonic CF-V21P had no on-board audio.
  • The Panasonic CF-V21P was discontinued in 1994.

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical1

CPU options
Intel i486SX at 25 MHz; Intel i486DX2 at 50 MHz; Intel i486DX4 at 75 MHz[1]
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Gas & chemistry1

Developer
Panasonic[1]
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Control & software2

Display
9.5-inch monochrome STN (optionally touchscreen); 10.4-inch color TFT (non-touchscreen)[1]
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Expansion
Two type-II or one type-III PC Cards[1]
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Dimensions & facilities1

Weight
5.7 to 8.2 pounds (2.6 to 3.7 kg)[1]
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Configuration & options13

OEM
Panasonic[2]
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model
CF-V21P[2]
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Type
Laptop (notebook)[1]
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Manufacturer
Panasonic[1]
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Release date
October 1993[1]
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Memory
4–20 MB RAM[1]
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Storage
80–450 MB HDD[1]
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Integrated CD-ROM option
Optional integrated 3.5-inch CD-ROM drive[1]
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Media support
Supports 3.5-inch-diameter mini CDs[1]
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Pointing device
Trackball positioned at the center of the palm rest[1]
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Optional accessories bay
Multimedia Pocket multibay slot[1]
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Optional bay modules
3.5-inch floppy drive; second NiMH battery; TV tuner card; CD-ROM drive[1]
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Audio
No on-board audio[1]
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Vintage & configurations

  1. 1993-10Production start[1]

    Released in October 1993.

  2. 1994Production end[1]

    Discontinued in 1994.

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What does it need to run?

Site utility requirements, footprint, and infrastructure needed to install and operate this tool. Sourced from public records.

  • DeveloperPanasonic[1]
  • CPU optionsIntel i486SX at 25 MHz; Intel i486DX2 at 50 MHz; Intel i486DX4 at 75 MHz[1]

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Not publicly documented

The following facts about the CF-V21P are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.

  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the CF-V21P are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM product catalog or an engineer who ordered or specified the tool

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the CF-V21P are not on record.

    Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records

  • The process node or technology generation of the CF-V21P is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the CF-V21P are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM parts catalog or a service engineer

  • No publicly hosted manuals, SOPs, or datasheets for the CF-V21P are on record.

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Sources & citations

Sources (2)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
  1. [1]en.wikipedia.org — en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org
  2. [2]en.wikipedia.org — en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org
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