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Saturday, May 14, 2011

HP Pavilion DV5-1250US 15.4-Inch Laptop Review

HP Pavilion DV5-1250US 15.4-Inch Laptop Review
Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new DV5-1250US is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. The DV5-1250 Intersect Imprint features an argyle-like pattern for subtle 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. Providing more choices than ever, HP MediaSmart enables access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, games, Internet TV, and streamed or recorded TV, with an optional TV Tuner 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. For those who want digital entertainment features and the latest mobile technologies in a stunning design that balances performance and mobility, the HP Pavilion DV5-1250US Entertainment Notebook PC delivers. Its elegant Intersect Imprint finish helps protect your system. The DV5-1250US ships with Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1, Intel AMD Turion X2 Ultra ZM-80 Dual-Core Processor, ATI Radeon HD 3450 Graphics with M82-SCE with up to 2302MB total graphics memory with 512MB dedicated, 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm), 400GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support, Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN. Dimensions: 14.05 (L) x 10.2 (D) x 1.37 (min H) approx., weight: 5.84 lbs. approx.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1023 in Personal Computers Brand: HP Model: DV5-1250US Original language: English Dimensions: 1.37" h x 10.02" w x 14.05" l, 8.80 pounds CPU: AMD Turion 64 2.1 GHz Memory: 4GB DDR2 SDRAM Hard Disk: 400GB Processors: 2 Display size: 17.3 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 ZM-80 dual-core Processor 4 GB RAM (8 GB max) 400 GB hard drive, LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 (64-bit version) ATI Radeon HD 3450 graphics (up to 2302 MB total), Widescreen 15.4-inch LCD

Offering an eye-catching modern look, the entertainment-focused HP Pavilion dv5-1250us 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. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you'll 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. It offers dual-core productivity from its 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 ZM-80 processor. HP's ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection locks your 400 GB 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. Other features include 4 GB of installed RAM (8 GB maximum), ATI Radeon HD 3450 graphics with up to 2302 MB of available memory (512 MB dedicated), dual-layer Lightscribe DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard 54 slot, quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), and 5-in-1 memory card reader. 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 Intersect Imprint finish in bronze and chrome encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. And the 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. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } Spec Check 15.4-inch LCD screen 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 ZM-80 processor 400 GB hard drive 4 GB RAM (8 GB maximum) Dual-layer Lightscribe DVD±R drive Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) li>ATI Radeon HD 3450 graphics (up to 2302 MB total) Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit, SP1) Weighs 5.84 pounds The Basics Processor: The 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 ZM-80 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music. It has a 2 MB L2 cache, and this processor can deliver up to 4400 MT/sec. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.) Hard Drive: The large 400 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (5400 RPM) offers a wealth of storage space, perfect for storing a vast multimedia collection or for editing digital video. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0. You'll enjoy enhanced hard drive protection with HP's Protectsmart, which includes a 3D accelerometer that safeguards your data by parking your hard drive if your notebook detects any range of motion, such as being knocked off your desk, falling or taking abuse. Memory: The 4 GB of installed RAM helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. This notebook has an amazing 8 GB maximum RAM capacity (4 x 2 GB). To receive the faster data transfer benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed. DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds. This LightScribe DVD±RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art. Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD). Screen, Video & Audio You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen. Video is powered by the ATI Radeon HD 3450 with RS780M chipset, which features 512 MB of dedicated video memory and up to 2302 MB total graphics memory (as allocated by the operating system). The AMD 780 Chipset series lets you connect to a wide range of the latest HD panels by supporting numerous display technologies. Take advantage of ATI SurroundView to support up to four monitors. It also offers support for Microsoft DirectX 10, providing compatibility with today's most advanced and graphic-intensive games and applications. The Altec Lansing speakers provide exceptional sound, and it also includes SRS Premium Sound.

You'll be able to privately share enjoyment of multimedia with a friend via the dual headphone jacks. Networking, Connectivity & Expansion Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated quad-mode Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and Wi-Fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. It comes with the following external connectors: 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players (with 1 eSATA + USB 2.0 combo port) 1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable) Analog video output: 1 VGA 1 ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) 2 headphone jacks 1 microphone jack 1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock) 1 IR receiver 5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card) 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet networking 56K modem (V.90) Operating System The 64-bit version of Windows Vista Home Premium (with SP1) is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.


Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities. Preloaded Software HP MediaSmart Software Suite: Your one-stop multimedia and entertainment center to create photo slideshows, share personal videos, listen to your favorite music playlists and watch DVD movies. muvee autoProducer Basic: Automatically create professional looking home videos and burn to DVD. Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe: Automatically fix and edit videos and create CDs and DVDs. Edit, burn and archive data to discs. Microsoft Works 9: Includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database and calendar. Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (60-day trial version). Adobe Reader 8: Read and print PDF files. Norton Internet Security 2009 protects your PC and your identity when you email, bank and shop online; 60 days of protection updates included. Dimensions & Weight This notebook measures 14.05 x 10.2 x 1.65 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 5.84 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 dv5-1250us 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.


Very helpful reviews 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Best laptop ever! By Ann M. Gillfillan This is really the best laptop ever. 64-bit OS, 4 gigs of RAM, large hard drive, incredibly fast CPU, very size of the screen, and easy! Not to mention the bronze color is really nice. The other two people said that they reviewed it back, because they can not see the buttons? Sure, the F1-F12 are very difficult to see. But back this great laptop because its hard to see that a function key "F1" is ridiculous! As long as you know how to count and used a computer before it is the best laptop! 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great specification, poor design Rulings Sean I read some good reviews of this laptop. The only thing I found that had something negative to say was SK's review here on Amazon. And he is absolutely right. I also returned the HP notebook (which offered a credit of $ 70 to keep it, take note) There are three basic design issues, to me, makes this laptop useless. 1. Keyboard. The keys themselves are a bronze color and with the key symbol is black. This makes it virtually impossible to see what are the keys. An incredibly stupid design decision. After reading a review SK, I thought maybe the keyboard is backlit so it is easy to see that the keys are what. The keyboard is not illuminated. Even in a good light on his head, the keyboard is very difficult to read. I know I tried. 2. screen brightness. Gone are the days, apparently, when the laptop comes with a nice read in the eyes of a matte finish LCD. This laptop, like many I saw, has a highly reflective coating of plastic that completely covers the screen. Yes, it will protect the screen, but the reflections collected from all the sides and behind you are incredibly disturbing. If I wanted a mirror, I bought a mirror third tilt of the screen. The screen was not completely flat, like other laptops I had before. This goes back to about an angle of 120 degrees. Sometimes I use an external monitor with a laptop so I need something that can be flat and not in the way of the external screen, while I use the laptop keyboard in front of her. Questions # 2 and # 3 that maybe I could have lived with, but the main issue was a deal breaker for me. Really a shame since this laptop is ideal specification for a good price. HP, what were you thinking? I bought a Toshiba A305-S6916 instead. It has an almost identical specification to the DV5-1250us. It also suffers from problems # 2 and # 3, but was a bit cheaper. The small savings will be used to purchase a glare screen filter. Not much I can do about it is leaning. Oh, well. 1 of 1 people found this review helpful. AWESOME! By Giancarlo IM from Peru and I buy this laptop from Amazon and I'm really a surprise, I got my AMD X2 Dual Core was truly incredible, EXPTO 4 GB of RAM, 8 GB, this is a much RAM your LAPTOP But much time on their LONNNGG JeJe power and if you enjoy playing this laptop is really a good choice with a dedicated graphics card ATI 512 JEJ CONCLUYING this a good buy on any terms enyoy your friend PERUVIAN .. . GIANCARLO See all 10 reviews ....

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