HP Pavilion DV7-1450US 17-Inch Entertainment Laptop

Technical Details

* AMD Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 Dual-Core Mobile Processor, ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics RS780M with up to 1.9 GB total graphics memory.

* 4 GB DDR2 RAM (2 Dimm) (8 GB Max)

* 500GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with LightScribe and Double Layer Support
* Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition with Service Pack 1

* 17 inch Diagonal High Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1440x900)

From the Manufacturer

Want a notebook PC with a display that delivers excellent picture quality? Buy an HP Pavilion dv7 series Entertainment Notebook PC. Enjoy brilliant color and high-definition video on a large 17.0- or 17.3-inch diagonal widescreen display. It’s perfect for viewing slide shows, watching DVDs and comparing documents side-by-side. Plus, show off your sense of style with the metallic HP Imprint finish.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Processor:
2.20GHz AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra ZM-82 Dual-Core Mobile Processor Operating System:

Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1 Display:

17.0" Diagonal WXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display Hard Drive:
500 GB Memory (RAM):
4 GB Graphics Card:
ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics RS780M with up to 1918MB total graphics memory Wireless:
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN Battery:
8-cell Lithium-Ion Battery Weight & Dimensions (w x d x h):
7.75lbs; 15.59" x 11.22" x 1.31"/1.66"


Product Description

UNSURPASSED STYLE: Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new dv series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. The dv7 series Intersect Imprint features an argyle-like pattern for subtle contrast to the liquid appearance of the etallic finish. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance. HP¿s mobile products have won coveted International Red Dot, iF and CES Innovation design awards and been recognized by other leading design institutions. MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT: Providing more choices than ever, HP MediaSmart enables access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, games, and Internet at the touch of a button.

Built-in demos show you how to add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality ¿ and much more. An HDMI port enables you to watch films on an HD TV. Muvee Reveal makes creating films complete with effects and transitions a snap! Extras include dual headphone jacks and an HP Mobile Remote Control.What's in the box: dv7-1450us laptop, 65W AC Adapter, 8-Cell Lithium-Ion battery, Symantec Norton Internet Security 2009 with 60 days complimentary live update, Microsoft Works, HP MediaSmart. Muvee Reveal, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Adobe Acrobat Reader and HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent

HP Pavilion DV7-1130US 17-Inch Laptop HP Pavilion DV7-1130US 17-Inch Laptop

Technical Details

* 17.0-inch Diagonal WXGA plus High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display, 1440 x 900 resolution

* 2.00 Ghz AMD Turion X2 RM-70 Dual-Core Mobile Processor with 1MB L2 Cache

* 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm), 250GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics RS780M with up to 1918MB total graphics memory

* LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support, Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN

* Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium, dims in inches: 15.59 (W) x 11.22" (D) x 1.31 (min H) in approx., 7.57 lbs

Amazon Product Description

HP Pavilion DV7-1130US 17.0 Inch Laptop. Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new DV7-1130US is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. High-gloss HP Imprint finish in bronze and chrome now encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. The DV7-1130US Intersect Imprint features an argyle-like pattern for subtle contrast to the liquid appearance of the metallic finish. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance.

Providing more choices than ever, QuickPlay enables access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, games, and Internet TV. Built-in demos show you how to add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality, and much more. An HDMI port enables you to watch films on an HD TV. Muvee autoProducer makes creating films complete with effects and transitions a snap! Extras include dual headphone jacks and an HP Mobile Remote Control. For those who want rich digital entertainment capability coupled with desktop-caliber performance in a stunning mobile design, the HP Pavilion DV7-1130US Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! Its elegant Intersect Imprint finish helps protect your system which includes a full-size keyboard and numeric keypad.

The DV7-1130US ships with Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1, AMD Turion X2 RM-70 Dual-Core Mobile Processor, ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics RS780M with up to 1918MB total graphics memory, 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm), 250GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support, and Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN. Dimensions: 15.59 (W) x 11.22" (D) x 1.31 (min H) in approx., weight: 7.57 lbs approx.

Product Description

The new dv series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. High-gloss HP Imprint 2 finish in bronze and chrome now encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard with number pad and touchpad. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance.

This notebook has the AMD Turion X2 RM-70 processor with 4GB of RAM that enables you to use multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Store all your favorite digital memories such as movies and photos with the huge 320 GB Hard Drive, and get faster backups by connecting an external hard drive through the eSATA port. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam, omni directional microphone and an IM program.

Optimized for low-light environment it's great for capturing short videos to share on your favorite social networking site. 17.0 diagonal WXGA+ (1440 x 900) BrightView Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Digital Microphone ATI Radeon HD 3200 RS780M with up to 1918MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x Double Layer DVD+-R/RW Drive 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless 10/100 Base-T Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, USB2.0/eSATA, 2 x Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, HDMI, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 15.59 (W) x 11.22 (D) x 1.66 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 7.57 Pounds

HP Pavilion DV6-1030US

Technical Details

* 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 Processor
* 4 GB RAM (8 GB max)
* 320 GB hard drive, LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
* Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 (64-bit version)
* Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics (up to 1759 MB total), 16-inch LCD with perfect 16:9 aspect ratio

Amazon.com Product Description
Offering an eye-catching modern look, the entertainment-focused HP Pavilion dv6-1030us notebook PC makes it easy to enjoy your favorite music and videos while on the go, as well as keep you productive with a speedy dual-core processor and 64-bit Windows Home Vista Premium operating system. Enjoy full screen viewing with the 16-inch screen's 16:9 aspect ratio--perfect for full-screen viewing of HDTV and other HD content. And the BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight. You'll also enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam and omni-directional microphone. Optimized for low-light environments, it's great for capturing short videos to share on your favorite social networking site.

High Style
Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of HP's notebook design from the past few years, the new DV series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes. The HP Mesh Imprint finish in onyx and chrome encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. And the Mesh Imprint features a grid-like pattern for subtle contrast to the liquid appearance of the metallic finish. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance.

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 processor has a 2.0 GHz processor speed, fast 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)


Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 14.9 x 10.2 x 1.61 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 6.35 pounds.
Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv6-1030us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.
Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.


Product Description
Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new dv series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. High-gloss HP Imprint finish in onyx and chrome now encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. The dv6 series Mesh Imprint features a grid-like pattern for subtle contrast to the liquid appearance of the metallic finish. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance and helping illuminate the 16:9 widescreen. This notebook has the Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4GB of RAM that enables you to use multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time.


Control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Store all your favorite digital memories such as movies and photos with the huge 320 GB Hard Drive, and get faster backups by connecting an external hard drive through the eSATA port. 16.0 diagonal (1366 x 768) BrightView Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Digital Microphone Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with up to 1759MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x Double Layer DVD+-R/RW Drive 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Bluetooth 10/100 Base-T Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot Connections - 3 x USB 2.0, USB2.0/eSATA, 2 x Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, HDMI, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.9 (W) x 10.15 (D) x 1.65 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.93 Pounds

HP Pavilion G60-230US 16.0-Inch Laptop

Technical Details

* Streamlined multimedia laptop with 16-inch screen for basic computing, entertainment and online communication
* 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 dual-core processor, 320 GB hard drive, 3 GB RAM (4 GB max), LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
* Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n); 10/100 Ethernet; Intel GMA 4500M graphics (up to 1319 MB total)
* Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 5-in-1 memory card reader
* Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit, SP1)

Amazon.com Product Description

Eliminate the black bars that appear when you're watching DVD movies or HDTV content when you view them on the HP Pavilion g60-230us notebook PC, which has a 16-inch screen with a true 16:9 aspect ratio. Pared down to the essentials, HP's G60 series is defined by minimalist lines. High-gloss reflective top cover and palm rest area surfaces contrast cleanly with matte surface everywhere else, and the streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad.

Chat face to face, or take pictures and video clips with the webcam and integrated digital microphone. Play games and enhance multimedia with the Intel GMA 4500M with up to 1309 MB of total available graphics memory. And enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process).

It offers dual-core productivity from its 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 processor for excellent multitasking. Other features include a 320 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum capacity), dual-layer DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), 5-in-1 memory card reader, and pre-installed Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1).

Product Description

Pared down to the essentials, the new G60 series is defined by minimalist lines. High-gloss reflective top cover and palm rest area surfaces contrast cleanly with matte everywhere else. HP Imprint finish in piano black on the top cover with silver across the palm rest and touchpad provides greater durability than traditional painted surfaces. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad.

The HP G60 series delivers easy-to-use entertainment. Enjoy full-screen DVD playback on the crystal-clear 16:9 16.0" diagonal HP BrightView display. Burn audio CDs and DVDs to share your favorite songs and video clips with friends and family. Create custom laser-etched disc labels right in the drive with LightScribe and preinstalled Cyberlink DVD Suite. Just burn data on the disc, flip it over and burn the cover image using any scanned image and/or text. Built-in Altec Lansing speakers bring your entertainment to life.

And the 5:1 digital media reader enables photo transfer in seconds. It's time to play! 16 diagonal (1366 x 768) High Definition BrightView Display Built-in Webcam and Microphone Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M with up to 1309 MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN 10/100 Base-T Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD Connections - 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, HDMI, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.88 (L) x 9.9 (D) x 1.72 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.57 Pounds

HP Pavilion G60-230US 16.0-Inch Laptop (2.0 GHz Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4200 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)

HP NX6320

Design

As far as notebooks go, the Compaq nx6320 comprises a fairly bog-standard build and colour for a business notebook. It features a black chassis with a silver top designated with an HP logo -- despite belonging to HP's budget Compaq brand.

As a business-oriented notebook, it has a good heft and should withstand the trials and tribulations of life on the road -- even if it's a little on the weighty side at 2.8kg.

Above the well-appointed keyboard is a set of media buttons -- unusual for a business model -- which includes a volume up/down control with mute, and a wireless toggle.

Connectivity is good with a total of four USB ports -- two on right and two on left. Also included is a mini FireWire port, which is handy for camcorder enthusiasts, and also a VGA out.

Features
The Compaq nx6320's HP Premium Desk Bundle, which comes as an option on all HP notebooks, is available in two different versions. The first -- the HP Desk Value Bundle, which we received -- retails for AU$499. It includes HP's basic docking station and notebook stand, a Belkin-branded keyboard, mouse and a four-port Surge Protector. The premium model upgrades to an Advanced Docking Station, wireless peripherals, and Belkin's seven-port Surge Protector. Both docks feature legacy ports and audio ins and outs, while the advanced dock increases the basic's complement of four USB slots to six, and adds MultiBay II and ExpressCard slots.

You can also choose to add a monitor if you wish, and we received the very good 19" HP LP1965 LCD (AU$599), but presumably you would use this instead of the notebook stand. The LP1965 transforms from landscape to portrait, and boasts very good readability and colour definition for a monitor of its size.

The Compaq nx6320 itself also features a 15-inch screen, which sports good colour saturation and a non-reflective coating. Under its clothes you'll find a 1.66 GHz T2300 CPU and 1GB of RAM - which means it can upgrade to Vista Ultimate if needed. For users of memory cards there is also a 5-in-1 reader on the front edge of the notebook. One of the downsides to this device is that the included 40GB drive is rather small by today's standards.

Performance
In use, the Compaq nx6320 and Premium Desk in concert worked well, though we have to add that the supplied mouse was fairly basic -- we've used better budget peripherals. The keyboard has a decent feel -- one reminiscent of older notebooks. A bit "clicky" but comfortable to type on.

The keyboard stand itself, the HP PA508A, has two large handles used to unlock the height, and the base is quite sturdy and reinforced by steel. The notebook sits on springy feet, but it doesn't move while in place. The package we received didn't include the dock replicator so unfortunately we're unable to comment on it.

When not using the bundled keyboard we found the trackpad to be of a good size, and the mousing buttons -- though unusually raised and not flat -- had a good feel and tactile feedback. Unlike some other portable laptops, the Compaq doesn't get too hot during use, so you can easily nurse it on your knees without fear of burning through three layers of skin.

The 15-inch LCD screen itself is of a decent quality -- bright and clear -- although not a resolution buster at only 1024 x 768 max resolution. And to further dampen our multimedia spirits, the front mounted speakers were what you would expect from a business 'book -- not amazing, but will keep you notified of alerts. Rounding out the package is an onboard microphone -- which worked successfully at capturing our voice and will translate well in VoIP applications.

As the laptop came with Windows XP and not Vista we were able to use our standard benchmark Bapco's MobileMark 2005. We found the battery life was excellent for a device of its type with a total of four hours and nine minutes with the six-cell battery connected. The productivity performance rating benchmark ended up with a score of 161.

HP Pavilion dv9500t

CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: Michelle ThatcherEdited by: Matthew ElliottReviewed on 5/9/07
Release date: 5/9/07

We always liked the Pavilion dv9000 series, and today HP's desktop replacement is among the first available systems to feature Intel's refreshed Centrino Duo mobile platform (codename Santa Rosa). With the new processor comes a new model name--Pavilion dv9500t--and a few smaller changes, such as the addition of a fingerprint reader and a different Webcam. The early version of the Pavilion dv9500t we reviewed also included a discrete graphics card and an HD DVD drive--two options that won't be available for about a month. Without those high-end components, the HP Pavilion dv9500t costs a very reasonable $1,615, making it one of the most inexpensive entertainment-oriented desktop replacements on the market. Though high-definition fanatics and casual gamers will want to wait (and save their pennies) for the higher-end components to become available, we think the HP Pavilion dv9500t as it exists today is a good choice for home users who want their laptop to double as a mobile entertainment system.

The dv9500t is the same size as its predecessor, and it remains smaller than both the Dell XPS M1710 and the Gateway NX860XL. Still, the dv9500t weighs nine pounds with its AC adapter, making it too heavy to carry with you every day.
While we prefer matte screens on more business-oriented systems, we're fans of the Pavilion dv9500t's glossy display, which features a crisp 1,440x900 native resolution. The screen produced rich colors and sharp details, and there's plenty of screen real estate for traditional computer work as well. Like all Pavilion laptops, the dv9500t includes a row of light-touch buttons above the keyboard that launch the media player and provide volume and playback controls; a somewhat annoying, high-pitched beep lets you know when you've pressed a button (the beep can be disabled in the system BIOS). Altec Lansing stereo speakers, located above those controls, deliver decent sound, though we prefer the depth and clarity of the sound produced by the speakers on the Toshiba Qosmio G35. And while the pricier Qosmio G35 includes an integrated TV tuner, the Pavilion dv9500t lacks built-in TV capabilities, though HP sells an ExpressCard tuner module for $130.