HP Pavilion dv9815nr - Turion 64 X2 TL-60 2 GHz - 17" TFT

Intro: The HP Pavilion dv9815nr is a 7.7-pound, mainstream notebook computer.Compared to other consumer level notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $865.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Noteworthy Features: Has 3 GB RAM, which is somewhat more than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the average cost of a product with this ample a RAM is $1,135.Also, this notebook has a 250GB hard drive, which is somewhat larger than some similarly priced notebooks.In fact, the average cost of a product with this large a hard drive is $1,205.

Weaker Features: Has a 7.7-pound weight, which is somewhat heavier than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the HP Business nc4200, at around $970, has only a 4-pound weight.Also, this notebook only has a turion 64 X2 mobile technology processor, which is less efficient than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Toshiba Satellite P305D-S8828, a 7.5-pound notebook at around $780, has a turion X2 mobile processor.

Suitability: A consumer level notebook, suited for general mobile computing.Archive your digital videos using this laptop's DVD burner.Includes office-grade word processing software; it comes with well-rounded features for most writers.Even the best photographers benefit from some editing; bring out the best in your digital images by using this notebook?s included photo editing software.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.

Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.Generally, this economy-class model lacks whiz-bang appeal, but budget-minded consumers will like the low price.

Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) For help in deciding if this is the right computer for you, see CNET's buying guide for notebooks.

• Manufacturer: HP
• Part number: KN866UA#ABA

• General

• Recommended Use Home use
• System Type Notebook
• Built-in Devices Wireless LAN antenna, Stereo speakers
• Width 15.2 in
• Depth 11.2 in
• Height 1.7 in
• Weight 7.7 lbs
• Localization English / United States
• Notebook type Desktop replacement (7.5 + lbs.), Budget
• Screen type High-gloss/Anti-glare screen, Wide-screen

• Processor

• Processor AMD Turion 64 X2 mobile technology TL-60 / 2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 1 MB

• RAM

• Installed Size 3 GB / 4 GB (max)
• Technology DDR2 SDRAM
• RAM form factor SO DIMM 200-pin
• RAM configuration features 1 x 1 GB + 1 x 2 GB

• Storage Controller

• Storage controller type Serial ATA
• Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface Serial ATA-150

• Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Hard Drive 250 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
• Storage Removable None
• Hard drive type Portable

• Optical Storage

• Type DVD?RW (?R DL) / DVD-RAM
• Disc Labeling Technology LightScribe Technology

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• 2nd optical storage type None

• Card Reader

• Card reader type 5 in 1 card reader
• Supported flash memory cards MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick, SD Memory Card, XD-Picture Card

• Display

• Display Type 17 in TFT active matrix
• Max Resolution 1440 x 900 ( WXGA+ )
• Widescreen Display Yes
• Features BrightView

• Video

• Graphics Processor / Vendor NVIDIA GeForce 7150M Shared video memory (UMA)
• Total Available Graphics Memory 1071 MB

• Audio

• Audio output type Sound card
• Audio output compliant standards Sound Blaster Pro
• Audio Output Features Altec Lansing speakers
• Audio Input Microphone

• Multimedia Functionality

• TV Tuner Type None

• Input Device(s)

• Input device type Keyboard, Touchpad

• Telecom

• Modem Fax / modem
• Max transfer rate 56 Kbps

• Networking

• Networking Network adapter
• Networking / Wireless LAN Supported Yes
• Data link protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
• Networking standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54, 2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
• Interfaces 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire), 2 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video - S-video output, 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Remote control - Infrared, 1 x Docking / port replicator, 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11

• Miscellaneous

• Included Accessories Headphones, Web camera, Remote control
• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), Power-on password

• Power

• Power device form factor External

• Battery

• Technology 8-cell Lithium ion
• Installed Qty 1

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
• Software Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Works, HP QuickPlay Software, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (Trial), Muvee autoProducer, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription), CyberLink DVD Suite, AOL, HP Photosmart Essential

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• Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 6.7

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