Intro:
The HP Pavilion Elite m9150f - Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz is a Core 2 quad-based, general-purpose computer.Compared to other mainstream desktop computers on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,095.This desktop comes with 3 GB RAM, and a 360GB hard disk.
Noteworthy Features:
Has a nVidia GeForce 8500 GT graphics chip, which is considerably better performing than some similarly priced desktop computers.Also, this desktop computer has a DVD? RW(? R DL) / DVD-RAM disc drive, which is more preferable than some similarly priced desktop computers.The Core 2 quad based CPU installed on this machine is fast enough to handle demanding applications, such as graphics and multimedia.
Weaker Features:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
Suited for those who want to balance price with performance.You could preserve special occasions for future generations by saving them onto DVD with this desktop's DVD burner.You can compile music CDs with this desktop?s CD writer.
Value:
Overall, this desktop computer's features are in line with its price.
Suggestions:
(1) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital camcorders and other equipment and rapidly upload data to the computer's hard drive.(2) If you plan to be playing the latest 3-D games, you may want to invest in a more powerful video card from NVidia or ATI, which are popular with the gaming community (requires an open AGP or PCIe slot).
9 out of 10 - Spectacular great all round desktop
My 1st HP desktop. Very pleased. Bought at Best Buy (Canada). The experience at Best Buy was not great-but the ...
My 1st HP desktop. Very pleased. Bought at Best Buy (Canada). The experience at Best Buy was not great-but the rig itself is great. I subsequently bought the 160gig pocket media drive, & 500gig media drive for added storage. Interface good, speed, & most of all HP support is VERY GOOD...very happy ( & the 22in monitor w2207h is super as well)
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by mregenst (see profile) -
April 4, 2008
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
9 out of 10 - Spectacular Best Desktop PC in the world!
I've never owned a desktop PC before just laptops. I was using my wife's laptop and it just ...
I've never owned a desktop PC before just laptops. I was using my wife's laptop and it just got killed by some spyware/virus. So I decided to splurge and get a shiny new desktop. And I haven't looked back ever since. I love it!
For me I think it was a bit of overkill for my uses (email, web surfing, DVD watching, print few pages, scan few pages) - I'm the little old grandma of computing. But I have no regrets. Great box.
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by josephfuentes (see profile) -
March 26, 2008
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
9 out of 10 - Spectacular I love this Computer!
I started off with the Pavillion Elite 9040. I thought there was a defective media card reader in it and ...
I started off with the Pavillion Elite 9040. I thought there was a defective media card reader in it and took it back. I found this model and it wasn't much more, but it had an improved graphics card and more hard drive. However, I found the same issue with the media reader, so after going through two hours with tech support to fix the issue, (including opening it up and disconnecting the media reader and reconnecting it) finally tech support realized it was conflicting with Vista. There is suppose to be a fix coming, but the techy said don't hold my breath. So oh well, I bought an external media reader and moved on. The rest of this system is amazing! I didn't realize how much noise I was putting up with from the gateways I've always had. This thing is so quiet I can't believe it. The three gigs of memory make Vista run like a dream too. I run CS3 and Nero 8, both memory hogs, at the same time and have no problems at all. Over-all one of the best desktops in this price range that I've found. Unless your a serious gamer, this PC will handle anything you throw at it.
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by FireNaz (see profile) -
February 14, 2008
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
9 out of 10 - Spectacular Good PC if your to lazy/busy to build your own machine.
I feel that this PC is probably one of the best pre-built machines out there. It has a great CPU, ...
I feel that this PC is probably one of the best pre-built machines out there. It has a great CPU, enough RAM and all the internal peripherials are SATA. That makes it for one quick system. Optional RAID setup from the board is a plus and a PCIEx16 slot on the MBA is great if you wanna upgrade the Video Card. Good overall for a manufatured PC
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by savantofwrath (see profile) -
June 14, 2008
1 out of 10 - Abysmal Look elsewhere for a computer
I bought this from Best Buy . I tried to return it after three weeks of trying to get it to ...
I bought this from Best Buy . I tried to return it after three weeks of trying to get it to work . Did you know Best Buy has a fifteen day return policy on Computers ? HP online help is a joke . After two weeks of trying to get the Digital tuner to work some HP tech advised me to get an HD Television . He said that I needed an HD Television to allow the Digital tuner in my Pavilion computer to work . Does this make sense to you ? Oh , and it can't make Audio CD's . My stereo in my house and my car stereo refuses to play the finalized Audio CD made with the Pavilion . Again , no help from HP . I wish I had bought another PC . Maybe you won't make this mistake .
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by Robert Leigh (see profile) -
April 15, 2008
9 out of 10 - Spectacular amazing buy
amazing computer, my first HP computer and probably the first of many. everything I wanted at an amazing low price, ...
amazing computer, my first HP computer and probably the first of many. everything I wanted at an amazing low price, amazing for everything from everyday activities to high end gaming. Media center is great for different entertainment features. overall, great all in one product for a great price.
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by arshavir (see profile) -
March 6, 2008
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI),
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
Audio Output
Type
Sound card - Integrated
Sound output mode
7.1 channel surround
Audio output compliant standards
High Definition Audio
Speaker(s)
None
Input Device
Type
Mouse,
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard connectivity
Wireless
Mouse
Mouse connectivity
Wireless
Audio Input
Type
FM tuner
Telecom
Modem
Fax / modem
Max transfer rate
56 Kbps
Networking
Networking
Network adapter
Wireless LAN Supported
Yes
Data Link Protocol
Gigabit Ethernet,
Ethernet,
Fast Ethernet,
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g
Printer
Type
None
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Bays Total (Free)
2 ( 0 ) x Front accessible,
1 ( 1 ) x,
1 ( 1 ) x Personal Media Drive bay,
2 ( 0 ) x Internal
Expansion Slots Total (Free)
4 Memory - DIMM 240-pin,
1 ( 0 ) x PCI,
1 ( 0 ) x Processor - LGA775 Socket,
2 ( 1 ) x PCI Express x1,
1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express x16
Interfaces
9 x Audio - Output - Mini-phone 3.5 mm ( 3 in front ),
1 x TV antenna - Input - F connector,
1 x Audio - SPDIF input,
6 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ),
1 x Audio - SPDIF output,
1 x Keyboard - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
1 x Mouse - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
1 x Display / video - S-video output,
1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45,
2 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ( 1 in front ),
1 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital - 29 pin combined DVI,
1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories
Remote control
Power
Power device type
Power supply
Operating System / Software
OS Provided
Microsoft Windows Vista,
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support
1 year warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year - Pick-up and return
Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'
Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008)
6.7
Card Reader
Card reader
15 in 1 card reader
Supported flash memory cards
RS-MMC,
CompactFlash Card type II,
MultiMediaCardmobile,
MultiMediaCard,
Microdrive,
SmartMedia Card,
SD Memory Card,
MultiMediaCardplus,
Memory Stick Duo,
CompactFlash Card type I,
MiniSD,
Memory Stick Pro,
Memory Stick,
CompactFlash Card,
XD-Picture Card,
Memory Stick PRO Duo
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