Intro:
The HP Pavilion Elite m9250f - Core 2 Quad Q6700 2.66 GHz is a Core 2 quad-based, consumer level computer.Compared to other mainstream desktop computers on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,160.This desktop comes with 4 GB RAM, and a 500GB hard drive.
Noteworthy Features:
Has a nVidia GeForce 8600 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 roomy 500GB hard drive installed on this machine will give you oodles of room for storing thousands of applications and files.The Core 2 quad based processor installed on this machine is fast enough to handle demanding applications, such as database and development software.
Weaker Features:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
A general-purpose desktop computer, suited for basic computing, plus digital photo sorting, audio appreciation, and entertainment applications.Comes with a DVD burner, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital video camcorder onto DVDs.You can compile wav CDs with this computer?s CD recorder.
Value:
In general, this desktop computer has good features for the money.However, this PC manages to combine class-leading processing power with ample storage.
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, fast computer that satisfies more than just basic needs
I needed a computer that worked well with heavy Photoshop usage and video editing and this one has done the ...
I needed a computer that worked well with heavy Photoshop usage and video editing and this one has done the trick. It actually makes Vista run fast, which is a great accomplishment. Weighing the price and quality, this is fantastic choice.
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May 26, 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
Mouse technology
Optical
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)
1 ( 1 ) x Pocket Media Drive bay,
2 ( 1 ) x Front accessible - 5.25" x 1/2H,
1 ( 1 ) x Personal Media Drive bay,
2 ( 0 ) x Internal - 3.5" x 1/3H
Expansion Slots Total (Free)
4 Memory - DIMM 240-pin,
1 ( 0 ) x Processor - LGA775 Socket,
2 ( 1 ) x PCI Express x1,
1 ( 1 ) x PCI,
1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express x16
Interfaces
9 x Audio - Output - Mini-phone 3.5 mm ( 3 in front ),
6 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ),
1 x Keyboard - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
2 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ( 1 in front ),
1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45,
1 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital - 29 pin combined DVI,
1 x Display / video - Composite video input - RCA ( 1 in front ),
1 x TV antenna - Input - F connector,
1 x Audio - SPDIF input,
1 x Audio - SPDIF output,
1 x Mouse - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
1 x Display / video - S-video input,
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 64-bit Edition
Software
Microsoft Windows Media Center,
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0,
Microsoft Windows Mail,
Muvee autoProducer,
Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription),
Adobe Reader 8.0,
HP Photosmart Essential
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support
1 year warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
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,
MultiMediaCard,
MultiMediaCardmobile,
Microdrive,
SmartMedia Card,
SD Memory Card,
MultiMediaCardplus,
Memory Stick Duo,
CompactFlash Card type I,
MiniSD,
Memory Stick Pro,
Memory Stick,
XD-Picture Card
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