Lenovo ThinkPad T400

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Description

The ThinkPad T400 features an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 14.1" LED-backlight widescreen, up to 8GB of PC2-8500 and integrated Intel X4500 or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470.

Detailed Specs

Processor
Processor Class:	Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile
Processor Speed:	2.26 GHz
Cache Size:	3 MB
Bus Speed:	1066 MHz
Memory
Installed Memory:	2 GB
Maximum Memory:	8 GB
Memory Technology:	DDR3
System
Input Devices:	Keyboard|Touchpad|TrackPoint
Interface Connection:	Audio - Line In (1/8" Mini)|Audio - Line Out (1/8" Mini)|Ethernet - RJ45|FireWire 400/IEEE 1394 - 4 pin|Port Replicator/Docking Station|Serial - RJ11 (Phone Jack)|USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0|VGA
Slots:	Express Card 34|Express Card 54|Type I PC Card|Type II PC Card
Display
Display Size:	14.1 in
Aspect Ratio:	16:10
Display Type:	LCD Display w/ Matte Screen & LED Backlight
Max Resolution:	1280 x 800
Video Chipset:	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500 MHD
Storage
Included Drives:	DVD+-RW DL
Hard Drive Capacity:	250 GB
Number of Storage Drives Included:	1
Features
Included Network Card:	Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11 Draft N|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11a|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11b|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11g
Included Devices:	Fingerprint Reader
Battery Life:	6.5 hour(s)
Energy Star Compliant:	Yes
Software
Operating System:	Microsoft Windows Vista Business|Microsoft Windows XP Pro
Dimensions
Height:	1.3 in
Width:	13.2 in
Depth:	10.6 in
Weight:	5 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information:	1 Year Limited Warranty
More Info
URL:	URL
General
normalized-Cache Size:	3
normalized-Display Size:	14.1
normalized-Installed Memory:	2000

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Dell Inspiron 11z

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Description

The Dell Inspiron 11z is a slim, lightweight notebook featuring Intel integrated graphics, a 250GB hard drive, and integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam. It is not equipped with an optical drive, but supports use with an external drive.  

 

 

Detailed Specs

Processor
Processor Class:	Intel Celeron Mobile
Processor Speed:	1.2 GHz
Cache Size:	1 MB
Bus Speed:	800 MHz
Memory
Installed Memory:	2 GB
Maximum Memory:	2 GB
Memory Technology:	DDR2
System
Input Devices:	Keyboard|Touchpad
Interface Connection:	Audio - Line In (1/8" Mini)|Audio - Line Out (1/8" Mini)|Ethernet - RJ45|HDMI|USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0
Slots:	Memory Stick|MultiMedia Card (MMC)|SD Card
Display
Display Size:	11.6 in
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Display Type:	LCD Display w/ Glossy Screen & LED Backlight
Max Resolution:	1366 x 768 (WXGA)
Video Chipset:	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Storage
Hard Drive Capacity:	250 GB
Number of Storage Drives Included:	1
Features
Included Network Card:	Ethernet (10/100 Mbps)|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11a|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11b|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11g
Included Devices:	Built-In Webcam
Software
Operating System:	Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
Dimensions
Height:	1.02 in
Width:	11.5 in
Depth:	8.43 in
Weight:	3.05 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information:	1 Year Limited Warranty
More Info
URL:	URL
General
normalized-Cache Size:	1
normalized-Display Size:	11.6
normalized-Installed Memory:	200

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Acer Aspire One

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Description

The Acer Aspire One features an Intel Atom Processor, 8.9" WSVGA TFT LCD, and a choice of either Genuine Windows XP Home Edition or Linpus Linux Lite version. The Aspire One AOD150 is a 10.1-inch screen netbook.

Detailed Specs

Processor
Processor Class:	Intel Atom
Processor Speed:	1.33 GHz
Cache Size:	512 kB
Bus Speed:	533 MHz
Memory
Installed Memory:	2 GB
Maximum Memory:	2 GB
Memory Technology:	DDR2
System
Laptop Type:	Netbook/Ultra Portable
Input Devices:	Keyboard|Touchpad
Interface Connection:	Audio - Line In (1/8" Mini)|Audio - Line Out (1/8" Mini)|Ethernet - RJ45|USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0|VGA
Slots:	Memory Stick|MultiMedia Card (MMC)|SD Card|xD-Picture Card
Display
Display Size:	11.6 in
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Display Type:	LCD Display w/ Glossy Screen & LED Backlight
Max Resolution:	1366 x 768 (WXGA)
Video Chipset:	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500
Storage
Hard Drive Capacity:	250 GB
Number of Storage Drives Included:	1
Features
Included Network Card:	Ethernet (10/100 Mbps)|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11b|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11g
Included Devices:	Built-In Webcam
Battery Life:	4 hour(s)
Software
Operating System:	Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic
Dimensions
Height:	1 in
Width:	11.2 in
Depth:	7.8 in
Weight:	2.8 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information:	1 Year Limited Warranty
More Info
URL:	URL
General
normalized-Cache Size:	0.512
normalized-Display Size:	11.6
normalized-Installed Memory:	2000

 

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HP ProBook 4510s Review

The HP ProBook 4510s is the latest 15.6" business notebook designed to provide solid performance at a low price for small and medium businesses.  If your company wants the HP Elitebook 8530p but doesn't have the budget to spend $1,350 per laptop, the ProBook 4510s might be a good alternative at a starting price of just $529. Is this budget-priced business notebook destined for success? Take a look at our full review to find out.
 
Our pre-production review unit of the ProBook 4510s is configured as follows:

• Intel Core 2 Duo T6570 Processor (2.1GHz, 2MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB)
• Microsoft Genuine Windows Vista Business (with option for Windows XP downgrade)
• 15.6-inch LED-backlit anti-glare HD display (1366 x 768)
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• 2GB DDR2 800MHz RAM
• 250GB 5400RPM HDD
• LightScribe DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
• WiFi (802.11a/b/g/draft-n), Ethernet, Modem, and Bluetooth Connectivity
• 8-Cell 63WHr Battery
• Limited 1-year standard parts and labor warranty
• Dimensions: 1.25" x 14.6" x 9.83"
• Weight: 5.8lbs
• Price as configured: $749

Build and Design
The HP ProBook 4510s is a business notebook designed to meet the needs of small and medium businesses ... in other words, it needs to have a good balance of features and security at a low price. That said, small and medium business notebooks tend to have a very basic build and deign in order to help bring down the cost of production. At first glance, the ProBook 4510s looks very similar to a HP EliteBook 8530p with a new keyboard and all black finish. Unfortunately, the design similarities stop there.

HP received much praise for the strong magnesium alloy chassis used in the EliteBook series of business notebooks. Unfortunately, in order to lower the cost and weight of the notebook the ProBook 4510s is constructed mostly of plastic. The base of the laptop flexes heavily under pressure, the palmrests likewise bow under the weight of your wrists, and the back of the screen lid is similarly prone to flex. The plastics used in the 4510s should hold up fine if the notebook is being used as an office desktop replacement, but the chassis might not survive multiple drops off a desk or the kind of abuse you expect from a mobile workforce. On the bright side, the new keyboard is pretty firm except for a very minor amount of flex around the directly above the optical drive (more on that later). The key point to remember in this section is that the ProBook 4510s looks pretty nice, but isn't as rugged as more expensive business notebooks.

The outer shell of the screen casing, like the rest of the notebook, is made of plastic. The lid is made of reflective glossy plastic with the HP and ProBook logos printed in silver. The laptop screen housing is a mixture of firm and flexible materials. The frame around the screen is solid enough to prevent me from twisting the screen when force is applied, but the back of the lid is flexible enough that I was able to create screen-wide ripples across the display when I pressed on the back of the screen.

The minimalistic design of the ProBook 4510s combines matte and glossy surfaces for a clean look without the flare of HP's consumer-oriented Pavilion line. Our review unit comes equipped with the "Noir" black finish but HP will also offer the notebook in "Merlot" red later this year.
Despite the plastic construction, the 4510s features hard drive shock protection in the form of HP 3D DriveGuard which will help to protect your hard drive in the event the laptop gets dropped or violently bumped. HP also includes HP ProtectTools with drive encryption, Device Access Manager, HP Spare Key (a program that helps employees access their computer in case they forget their password), HP Disk Sanitizer, File Sanitizer, and McAfee Security Solution for those small businesses that need reliability and ease of use but don't have the resources of a dedicated IT department.
That being said, we were a little confused by how difficult it is to make upgrades to the ProBook 4510s. While most notebooks have a removable panel on the bottom of the notebook to access the RAM, hard drive, and wireless card, HP designed the ProBook 4510s so that you have to remove 10 screws and the entire top half of the chassis (including separate speaker grill, keyboard, and touchpad area) in order to replace or upgrade components. As you can see in the image below, that is a lot of work for a small IT department or small business owner who just wants to upgrade the RAM or replace a hard drive. Granted, many businesses will never upgrade their notebooks and will simply use them as-is until they are replaced ... but the complexity of upgrades and repairs is something to keep in mind.

Screen and Speakers
The ProBook 4510s comes equipped with a 15.6" anti-glare display with a 16:9 widescreen ratio. At 1366 x 768 pixels, this 720p high-definition display is perfectly usable and features good color and contrast. We know many people are concerned about the transition from 16:10 to 16:9 ratio screens (because this means less vertical resolution) but the difference is so minor that the vast majority of notebook users will never have a problem.
Horizontal viewing angles are quite impressive and you only start to notice some color shift after you get 75 degrees off center. Vertical viewing angles are only average as the screen begins to wash out from above and colors begin to invert from below after about 45 degrees in either direction.

HP generally impresses our editorial staff with the quality of the speakers used in their notebooks. Unfortunately, the speakers in the 4510s were less than impressive. Sure, the audio quality is good enough for watching a webcast or hearing system sounds, but the built-in speakers sound tinny and lack a good range of highs, middles, and lows. The highest volume settings are loud enough to fill an office with sound for a presentation, but audio sounds distorted at the higher volumes.

Despite the weak performance of the built-in speakers, they are well placed above the keyboard to direct sound up and toward the user.
The headphone jack on the 4510s works well with the two different brands of earphones I used during the test. No static or other noise was noticed through the jack besides imperfections in the audio source itself.

Keyboard and Touchpad
The full-size keyboard on the 4510s is a completely new design for HP and provides fantastic spacing between keys for typing as well as a dedicated number pad (a major plus for businesses that use their computers for number crunching or data entry). Each key is relatively flat with a nice matte texture and the keys sit above a glossy black support frame. The support frame surrounding the keys is quite firm thanks to the design of the chassis which adds additional support for the keyboard. The only obvious area of flex in the keyboard is when you press on the number pad keys. Keep in mind, however, that we received a pre-production unit, and HP claims that the production units shipping to customers have even better support against flex.

The individual key presses are quiet without loud clicking sounds as you type. The depth of each key press is excellent, though some people may dislike the flat, chicklet-style keys. Overall the keyboard layout is extremely nice for a 15-inch laptop.

The touchpad is very responsive to my touch with a scroll zone on the right side that works exactly as it should. The touchpad texture is okay, but the low-cost material used is sure to develop wear over time and use. The plastic touchpad buttons are about the right size, but require a deep press in order to register a click. This wouldn't be a problem if the area directly beneath the touchpad buttons was indented to allow the side of your thumb to press the buttons all the way down. Unfortunately, when you try to press the touchpad buttons your thumb hits the bottom edge of the notebook and sometimes the buttons don't register a click. This would be a simple thing for HP to fix by replacing the palmrest and touchpad area with a new one that has an indented area beneath the touchpad buttons.
We would have also liked to see a dedicated touchpad disable button (like the ones HP uses on their consumer notebooks) so that you can disable the touchpad if you're using an external mouse.
Ports and Features
The 4510s features a good number of ports on all sides, so let us take a brief tour ...

Left side: Here we see the Kensington Lock slot, GigE Ethernet, heat exhaust, VGA out, HDMI, an ExpressCard/34 slot, and two USB ports.

Right side: Two USB ports, modem (under a rubber flap), optical drive and power jack.

Rear side: The battery and hinges.

Front side: Media card reader, headphone out and microphone in jacks.

The bottom of the notebook is completely bare. As previously mentioned, there is no way to access the RAM, hard drive, or wireless card from the bottom of the notebook. The top half of the 4510s must be completely disassembled in order to make upgrades or repairs.

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HP EliteBook 8530p

Overview
Power Plus Portability. At only 1.1 in/ 28.2 mm thin with a starting weight of just 6.3 lb/2.86 kg, the HP EliteBook 8530p Notebook PC delivers exceptional graphics and performance in a powerful—yet portable—15.4-inch diagonal notebook.

Features

Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology capable:
• Strengthen security measures and remotely monitor, diagnose, and repair PCs over the network with Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology.

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Operating System:
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business 32
• Genuine Windows Vista® Ultimate 32
• Genuine Windows Vista with downgrade to Windows® XP Professional custom installed
• FreeDOS


Enjoy wireless in more places:
• Whether you’re across the street or across the country, optional HP Mobile Broadband with Gobi technology, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WLAN5 and Bluetooth® technologies allow you to conveniently stay connected in more places.

Experience life in high-definition:
• Connect to high-resolution displays with the HDMI port. Blu-ray Drive plays HD content or stores up to 50 GB on a dual-layer disc. The eSATA port provides a fast connection to an external storage device.

Graphically speaking:
• Experience sharp pictures, smooth video, and fast rendering capabilities required for graphics-intensive software applications with exceptional ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3650 with 256 MB of GDDR III video memory.

System features
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Operating system	Genuine Windows Vista® Business 32 Genuine Windows Vista® Ultimate 32 Genuine Windows Vista® Business with downgrade to Windows® XP Professional custom installed FreeDOS
Processors available	Learn more about HP notebooks and Intel Centrino vPro technology Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T9800 (2.93 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9600 (2.80 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T9550 (2.66 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9400 (2.53 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.40 GHz, 3 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26 GHz, 3 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset ICH9M-Enhanced
Specialized Design	HP 3D DriveGuard; Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ processor technology capable on select models

Memory
Memory	2 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 4 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 1 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Memory upgrade	Upgradeable to 8 GB maximum (4 GB SODIMM in slots 1 and 2)

Storage
Hard drive	160 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 120 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 80 GB Solid State Drive 250 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 500 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 160 GB 7200 rpm SATA II 250 GB 7200 rpm SATA II
Optical Drives	DVD; LightScribe DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer; Blu-Ray R/RE DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL (With the Upgrade Bay with Dual Hard Drive support, the optical drive can be replaced with an optional 250 GB 5400 rpm or 250/320 GB 7200 rpm hard drive.)

Graphics and Input/Output devices
Display size	15.4-inch diagonal WXGA anti-glare (1280 x 800 resolution); 15.4-inch diagonal WSXGA+ anti-glare (1680 x 1050 resolution)
Graphics	ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650, 256 MB of dedicated video memory (discrete graphics)
Integrated camera	Optional 2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader Software

Audio, Slots, and Ports
I/O Ports	External: 4 USB 2.0 1 1394a 1 RJ-11 1 RJ-45 1 microphone in 1 headphone/line-out 1 docking connector 1 HDMI 1 battery connector 1 eSATA Rear: 1 external VGA monitor 1 AC power
Slots	1 Express Card/54 1 media card reader
Audio	High Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated stereo speakers; Integrated dual-microphone array; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in; Optional 2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader Software

Communication features
Network interface	Integrated Intel Gigabit Network Connection (10/100/1000 NIC)
Modem	56K V.92 modem
Wireless	HP Mobile Broadband (powered by Gobi™); Intel 802.11a/b/g draft-n; HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology
Broadband service provider	AT&T, Sprint or Verizon Wireless

Product specifications
Weight	Starting at 6.3 lb (Starting at 2.86 kg)
Dimensions (w x d x h)	14.0 x 10.4 x 1.1 in (355.0 x 263.5 x 28.2 mm)

Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency	ENERGY STAR® qualified configurations available
Battery	8-cell (73 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power supply	External 120-watt Smart AC adapter; HP Fast Charge
Battery Life	Up to 4 hours and 45 minutes

Manageability
Security management	Standard: HP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP Spare Key, HP Disk Sanitizer, Enhanced Drive Lock, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools, integrated Smart Card Reader; Optional: Kensington lock, HP Privacy Filter, McAfee Security Solution

Service and Support
Warranty Feature	HP Services offers limited 3-year standard parts and labor warranty, pick-up or carry-in, and toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support; 1-year limited warranty on primary battery. On-site service and warranty upgrades are also available.

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HP EliteBook 6930p

Overview

Corporate Elite. The HP EliteBook 6930p Notebook PC sets a new standard for on-the-move productivity with business ruggedness and a starting weight of only 4.7 lb/2.1 kg.

Features

Passes rigorous MIL-STD 810F testing:
• This newly-designed notebook has been tested at extreme temperatures of 60°C /140°F and –29°C/–20°F and meets the Military Standard 810F for vibration, dust, humidity, altitude, and high temperature.

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Operating System:
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business 32
• Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business with downgrade to Windows® XP Professional custom installed
• FreeDOS


Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology capable:
• Strengthen security measures and remotely monitor, diagnose, and repair PCs over the network with Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology.

Enjoy wireless in more places:
• Whether you’re across the street or across the country, optional HP Mobile Broadband, Wi-Fi certified WLAN and Bluetooth technologies allow you to conveniently stay connected in more places.

Graphics choice:
• Choose between ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450 Graphics with up to 256 MB of dedicated video memory for more graphics intensive environments, or the latest Intel integrated graphics.

System features
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Operating system	Genuine Windows Vista® Business Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic Genuine Windows Vista® Business with downgrade to Windows® XP Professional custom installed FreeDOS
Processors available	Learn more about HP notebooks and Intel Centrino vPro technology Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9600 (2.80 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9400 (2.53 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8700 (2.53 GHz, 3 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.40 GHz, 3 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB) Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26 GHz, 3 MB L2 cache, 1066 MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset ICH9M-Enhanced Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset ICH9M-Enhanced
Specialized Design	HP 3D DriveGuard; Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ processor technology capable on select models

Memory
Memory	1 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 2 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 4 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Memory upgrade	Upgradeable to 8 GB maximum (4 GB SODIMM in slots 1 and 2)

Storage
Hard drive	120 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 160 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 250 GB 5400 rpm SATA II 160 GB 7200 rpm SATA II 320 GB 7200 rpm SATA II 80 GB Solid State Drive
Optical Drives	DVD; DVD/CD-RW combo; LightScribe DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer; Blu-Ray R/RE DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL (With the Upgrade Bay with Dual Hard Drive support, the optical drive can be replaced with an optional 250 GB 5400 rpm or 160 GB 7200 rpm hard drive.)

Graphics and Input/Output devices
Display size	14.1-inch diagonal WXGA anti-glare; 14.1-inch diagonal Illumi-Lite, WXGA WVA; 14.1-inch diagonal WXGA+ anti-glare
Graphics	ATI Mobility RadeonTM HD 3450, with 128 or 256 MB of dedicated video memory (discrete graphics) Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD (integrated graphics) Microsoft DirectX 10 (Shader 4.0) and OpenGL 2.0 capable
Integrated camera	2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader Software

Audio, Slots, and Ports
I/O Ports	External: 3 USB 2.0 1 1394a 1 microphone in 1 headphone/line-out 1 battery connector 1 docking connector Rear: 1 external VGA monitor 1 AC power
Slots	1 Express Card/54 1 media card reader 1 secure digital
Audio	High Definition Audio, stereo speakers, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated dual-microphone array

Communication features
Network interface	Integrated Intel Gigabit Network Connection (10/100/1000 NIC)
Modem	56K V.92 modem
Wireless	HP Mobile Broadband (powered by Gobi™); Intel 802.11a/b/g draft-n; Broadcom 802.11a/b/g/draft-n; Broadcom 802.11b/g; HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology
Broadband service provider	AT&T, Sprint or Verizon Wireless

Product specifications
Weight	Starting at 4.7 lb (Starting at 2.1 kg)
Dimensions (w x d x h)	13.03 x 9.57 x 1.23 in (331.0 x 243.0 x 31.3 mm)

Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency	ENERGY STAR® qualified configurations available
Battery	6-cell (55 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power supply	External 90-watt Smart AC adapter; HP Fast Charge
Battery Life	6-cell with integrated graphics and CCFL display: up to 6 hours and 15 minutes; 6-cell with integrated graphics and Illumi-Light LED display and Intel 80 GB Solid State Drive: up to 8 hours and 45 minutes

Manageability
Security management	Standard: HP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2 (disabled where restricted by law), Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP Spare Key, HP Disk Sanitizer, Enhanced Drive Lock, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools; Optional: Kensington Lock, McAfee Security Solution

Service and Support
Warranty Feature	HP Services offers limited 3-year, 1-year and 90-day warranty options depending on country; 1-year limited warranty on primary battery. On-site service and warranty upgrades are also available. HP Care Pack Services extend service contracts beyond the standard warranties. For more details visit: http://www.hp.com/go/lookuptool.

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HP Mini 5101 First Look

 just unveiled its top-of-the-line netbook, the HP Mini 5101 companion PC. This latest Mini features a rugged anodized aluminum display enclosure with a black, brushed metal finish and a magnesium alloy chassis. We recently spent some hands-on time with the newest addition to HP's family of Mini PCs. Continue reading to find out our first impressions and to get a closer look at this impressive little laptop.

Overview of specs and features:
If you think the Mini 5101 is "just another netbook" then you may be in for a pleasant surprise. Here's a quick look at the highlights:

Processors	Intel Atom N280 (1.66GHz, 512 KB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel 945GSE Express
Memory	Up to 2GB 533MHz DDR2 SDRAM (limit 1GB with Windows XP)
Storage	160/250/320 GB 7200 rpm SATA with HP 3D DriveGuard (supported on Windows models only); 80 GB Solid State Drive
Optical Drives	Optional HP External USB 2.0 CD/DVD R/RW Drive
Graphics	Intel GMA 950
Webcam and Microphone	2MP integrated webcam and stereo microphones
Displays	10.1-inch diagonal LED-backlit WSVGA (1024 x 600) 10.1-inch diagonal LED-backlit HD (1366 x 768)
Wired Networking	Integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN
Wireless	Optional HP un2400 EV-DO/HSPA Mobile Broadband Module (requires mobile network operator service), optional Intel or Broadcom 802.11 a/b/g/draft-n, optional Bluetooth 2.0, HP Wireless Assistant
Media Card Slot	SD/SDHC card reader
I/O Ports	(3) USB 2.0 ports (1 powered), VGA, power connector, RJ-45/Ethernet, stereo microphone in jack, stereo headphone/line out jack
Operating System	Genuine Windows XP Home SUSE Linux Enterprise 11 FreeDOS
Battery	4-cell (29 WHr) or 6-cell (55 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery, 65W Smart AC Adapter
Dimensions	0.91 (at front) x 10.3 x 7.09 inches (HxWxD)
Starting Weight	Starting at 2.64 lbs / 1.2 kg (with hard drive, weight will vary by configuration)
Security	HP Disk Sanitizer, Kensington Lock slot
Warranty	Limited 1-year and 90-day warranty options available, depending on country, 1-year limited warranty on primary battery. Optional HP Care Pack Services are extended service contracts which go beyond your standard warranties.

Build and Design
The design of the Mini 5101 is an obvious departure from the rest of HP's Mini line, and at first glance the new Mini looks more like a pint-sized HP ProBook than a typical netbook. Starting at just 2.6 pounds, the durable little HP Mini 5101 features a 10.1-inch diagonal LED display available in either WSVGA or high-definition resolutions. Customers can also choose either the four-cell battery for lighter weight or six-cell battery for longer battery life. When configured with the optional six-cell battery, HP claims the Mini 5101 delivers up to eight hours of battery life.

As previously mentioned, the Mini 5101 features a rugged anodized aluminum display enclosure with a black, brushed metal finish and a magnesium alloy chassis. The metal construction really gives the Mini 5101 the feeling of being a premium ultraportable notebook rather than a typical netbook. HP even offers a matching external optical drive for those road warriors who can't live without CDs and DVDs.

Speaking of durable build quality, the HP Mini 5101 also features HP 3D DriveGuard, which offers a three-axis digital accelerometer chip that sends a signal to shut down the hard drive upon sudden movement or shock. The HP Panel Protection System also includes a scratch-resistant acrylic LCD cover and magnesium hinge bracket for added durability.
Continuing with the HP ProBook design elements, the HP Mini 5101 has a newly designed, spill-resistant keyboard that is 95 percent of a full-size QWERTY keyboard. The keys are nice and large with significant spacing in between each key to prevent typos. The individual keys have "HP DuraKeys" coating which HP claims makes the keyboard 50 times more resistant to visible wear than keyboards without it. In addition, the mouse buttons are located in the traditional space below the touchpad, making for a familiar user experience. Thank goodness! Someone at HP must have noticed the fact that EVERY review of the previous HP Mini netbooks complained about the location of the touchpad buttons. The touchpad was actually quite nice in the pre-production unit I tested.

Performance and Features
We didn't have an opportunity to benchmark the pre-production unit of the Mini 5101,  but it's safe to assume that the performance of the Mini 5101 will be in line with other netbooks equipped with the Intel Atom processor and Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics. That being said, one advantage to the HP Mini 5101 is that HP will include a fast-performing 7,200 RPM hard drive standard with the unit. Alternatively, an optional Solid State Drive (SSD) is available in either 80GB or 128GB capacities.

An optional, integrated Gobi-powered HP Mobile Broadband module allows users to access the Internet around the world ... assuming you have network coverage. Other wireless technologies include integrated Wi-Fi and optional Bluetooth 2.0. An integrated 2-megapixel webcam allows for still-image capture, web-conferencing or video-enhanced instant messaging.

HP QuickSync software, planned to be available as a web download in September, allows quick synchronization of the HP Mini with notebooks or desktops so users can avoid maintaining multiple documents, media files and email. Information also can sync to portable Storage devices.

One exceptionally nice little feature on the new Mini 5101 is the use of a tool-free RAM cover. Basically, all you have to do to access the RAM is remove the battery and slide a little switch over to release the cover for the RAM module. Very nice.

New accessories designed for use with the HP Mini include a USB 2.0 port replicator that adds a variety of audio, networking and USB ports when you're working at your desk. Other accessories available for the HP Mini include a USB 2.0 docking station, external optical drive and USB-powered external speakers. The docking station is pretty neat because you can rotate the top of the dock to have some of the ports pointed forward and the rest pointed backward. Likewise, you can also mount the dock vertically or horizontally on your desk. Finally, a lightweight Messenger Bag designed specifically for the HP Mini or a neoprene slip case offer added protection for road warriors while on the go.

We will have a detailed review of the HP Mini 5101 coming soon, so stay tuned to NotebookReview.com for an in-depth review of this netbook.
Pricing and Availability:
The HP Mini 5101 starts at $449 and is expected to be available in late July.

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HP Pavilion DV4-1433US 14.1-Inch Laptop

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #7 in Personal Computers
• Color: Black
• Brand: Hewlett-Packard
• Model: NU999UA#ABA
• Dimensions: 1.34" h x 9.45" w x 13.15" l, 5.08 pounds

Features

• 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6500 Processor
• 4 GB DDR2 RAM (2 Dimm) (8 GB Maximum)
• 320GB (7200RPM) 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, 6 Cell Lithium-Ion Battery
• 14.1 inch Diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800), Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with up to 1759MB total available graphics memory.

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Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
Want a notebook PC that lets you lighten the load? Buy an HP Pavilion dv4 series Entertainment Notebook PC. Remove the multimedia drive and put the included weight saver in its place. Watch slide shows and videos on a 14.1-inch diagonal widescreen display. Plus, you and a friend can listen at the same time using dual headphone jacks. Also, show off your sense of style with the metallic HP Imprint finish.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Processor:
2.10GHz Intel^® Core^™2 Duo Processor T6500

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Operating System:
Genuine Windows Vista^® Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1

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Display:
14.1" Diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display

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Hard Drive:
320 GB

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Memory (RAM):
4 GB

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Graphics Card:
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (shared) with up to 1759MB total available graphics memory

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Wireless:
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN

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Battery:
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery

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Weight & Dimensions (w x d x h):
5.08lbs; 13.15" x 9.45" x 1.34"/1.57"


UNSURPASSED STYLE
Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new dv4 series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. The dv4 series Imprint pattern provides interesting contrast to the liquid appearance of the metallic 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, Internet⁽¹⁾ TV, and streamed or recorded TV (with an optional TV Tuner ⁽²⁾) at the touch of a button. Get access to watch the best video clips from Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, and MTV. Built-in demos show you how to add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality Ð 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. It's time to play!

DESIGNED FOR YOUR LIFE
For those who want digital entertainment features and the latest mobile technologies in a stunning design that travels well, the HP Pavilion dv4 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! Its elegant Imprint finish helps protect your system while on the go.
HP Pavilion notebook PCs help you work faster, connect in new ways and play more.

• Connect with the HP Webcam. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam, omni directional microphone and an IM solution. Optimized for low-light environments, it's great for capturing short videos to share on your favorite social networking site. Personalize your videos with included YouCam software from Cyberlink.⁽¹⁾
• Enhanced security with hard drive protection. HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection locks your hard drive into place when it senses abrupt motion to help prevent data loss. The built-in eSATA/USB Combo port enables fast backup to an external hard drive.
• Personalized disc labels with LightScribe. 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. Visit the LightScribe Web site for more information.⁽²⁾
• Photo-ready with 5-in-1 media card reader. Transfer photos from your digital camera in seconds.
• Full-memory access. Windows Vista^®(3) 64-bit operating systems are able to fully access system memory to support 3D games and complex applications.

⁽¹⁾ Internet access required and sold separately.
⁽²⁾ Actual speeds may vary. Don't copy copyright-protected materials. Double Layer is a new technology. Double Layer media compatibility will widely vary with some home DVD players and DVD-ROM drives. LightScribe creates a monochrome image. LightScribe media required and sold separately.
⁽³⁾ Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced or additional hardware. See www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for details. Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can help you determine which features of Windows Vista will run on your computer. To download the tool, visit www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor.

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HP PAVILION HDX REVIEW

The HP Pavilion HDX ("The Dragon") marked the launch of the most massive notebook ever seen. The update for the HDX is the all new 20.1" widescreen multimedia notebook. Will the mad rush for the HDX continue? Let’s bump-in and reveal it.

Design
The New HDX shares a lot of design qualities from its predecessors. Still Hp has done enough to differentiate this new creation with the following. It has improved their glossy black and silver "Imprint" finish with an all new high-impact version called "Dragon."

The real stand out design characteristics on the HDX is the dual-hinge display; it enables one to have steeper viewing angles of the screen. The HDX weighs 15.5 pounds, But compared to the Dell XPS M2010 that weigh around 20pounds and considering the fact that it has a 20inch screen, The package sounds reasonable.

Performance
HDX is promoted with the Intel Penryn processors and graphics through a dedicated Nvidia 8800M GTS graphics. Blu-ray optical drive, integrated HDTV tuner, dual hard drives and integrated web-camera; this massive beast is all busy redefining the term "notebook."

The 20.1" high definition display on the HDX is quiet impressive with virtually zero light leakage around the edges. The built-in webcam with a 1.3-megapixel webcam is a commoner in the laptops nowadays. The speakers are a real boom to this HDX, It sounds with an ultimate manly voice, Making the HDX a true High definition hit.

Bigger screen ensure loads of space for the full size keyboard to be comfortably perched. The armrest is quiet spacious too.

The HDX is a cool guy, with the heat dissipation happening really fast. The fan is ON most of the time even when the notebook is turned ON and while the notebook was gaming on battery power.

The HDX is available with a standard 9-cell battery that is flush mounted against the bottom of the notebook. Even though battery life was not as impressive as we expect from modern laptops, the HDX is still capable of doing the sprint on battery power for short trips.

Overall
The Penryn and Nvidia updates mark the arrival of the new generation HDX. With the loaded entertainment on stock, this beast is here to stay. But lifting this 20” might mean a television look like at times; with the quality it produces it’s worth it. Overall a multimedia option on the move.

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Pros
+ 20” is HUGE
+ Amazing display clarity
+ Excellent in-built speakers
+ Solid graphics performance for core gamers
+ Fast overall performance by Penryn
+ Build quality is Excellent
+ Adequate battery life

Cons
- This thing is HUGE to carry on lap
- Not easy to transport because of no integrated handle
- Pricing on the higher scale

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HP PAVILLION DV2700T

The Pavilion dv2700t is another fine example of Hewlett Packard’s love for notebook technology. This notebook features a newly designed casing and features a 14.1” LCD screen and is powered by a Centrino processor. This is a great multimedia machine that comes with a Genuine licensed copy of Windows Vista. You can choose from Windows Vista Home Basic, Premium or Media Center as your operating system.

Design
The Pavilion dv2700t features a new cutting-edge design with a high-polished black finish that features a subtle pattern and HP imprint. There is not latch on this notebook, which means one less thing to break and it offers a one touch multimedia access allowing you to listen to music and MP3s with ease.

This laptop has an optional biometrics fingerprint scanner for added security than is fully adjustable from just locking out internet access and document access to the whole computer.

Multimedia Technology
Also available standard on the Pavilion dv2700t is a low-light capable webcam with built in microphone technology allowing you to chat with your friends or co-workers almost anywhere.

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The LCD screen on the Pavilion dv2700t is 14:1” and features the high-definition BrightView technology with a 16:10 aspect ratio to allow for placement of two side by side pages. The screen is powered by a Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS video card with 64MB of onboard RAM as well as an integrated Altec-Lansing sound system. All of this combined, makes the Pavilion dv2700t a true multimedia machine whether you are planning on gaming or watching your favorite DVDs.

Thanks to the integrated QuickPlay technology you can watch a DVD with a push of a button or even listen to your favorite CD with a friend with the computer’s optional dual earbuds. With its optional HDTV canle, you can easily watch high definition movies on your TV with ease thanks to the standard, built-in HDMI port.

With the Pavilion dv2700t’s built-in memory card reader allows you to easily add photos to your hard drive without the need of excessive and awkward USB cables. After all of these goodies that are included, there is still one more surprise that makes this laptop a true multimedia system, it has its own remote which is stored away in an express slot and allows you to control the laptop up to 10 feet away.

As for the optical device, Hp Pavilion dv2700t features an optional SuperMulti DVD+/RW/R drive with LightScribe technology allowing you to not only burn your own DVDs, but at the same time print your own high quality labels right on the disk without ever having to remove it from the drive.

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