- AMD Athlon Processor 2GHz
- 3GB DDR2 RAM
- 250GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
- 15.6-Inch Screen, ATI Radeon HD 4200
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
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| IDEAL FOR Everyday value. Count on simple productivity and enjoy entertainment in high-definition with a mid-size notebook PC. Edit photos and videos easily, plus enter data quickly using the numeric keypad. |
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 LightScribe TechnologyBurn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs Built-in HP WebcamVideo chat live 5-in-1 Digital Media ReaderTransfer photos from digital cameras without using cables
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For those who want to connect and manage everyday computing tasks with an elegantly minimalist notebook, the HP G61 series Notebook PC delivers balanced mainstream performance at a great value. Powered by AMD processor and ATI graphics technologies, the G61 includes essential features to enhance your PC experience and life.Watch full-screen HD TV and movies with the 15.6-Inch diagonal display’s 16:9 aspect ratio. Enjoy your photos and videos on HD TVs with the HDMI port (cable sold separately). Enter data quickly with the numeric keypad. Look good on the go with award-winning, high-gloss HP Imprint finish. Get online more quickly with Windows 7 and high-speed wireless LAN. Create personalized, silkscreen-quality DVD and CD labels with LightScribe. Chat face to face with the HP Webcam and mix it up with YouCam’s fun special effects.
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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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Just ordered the HP G61-320US laptop from Amazon a few weeks ago, and I'm quite pleased with the overall quality of the machine. I think it's a great starter laptop, it runs Windows 7 smoothly, boots quickly, and seems to have plenty of processing power. This is not a gaming laptop, of course, but it's great for internet usage, word processing, etc. I've found that the touchpad is quite responsive and easy to use, and the keyboard has a nice layout. The separate numberpad is a nice feature. Having only limited experience with laptops (from using them at work), I can say that this one is the best I've used yet.
The laptop does come with the expected trial software, bloatware, etc... all it really took was about one good evening to get everything set up, update Windows 7 with the latest releases, remove some of the annoying preinstalled HP software. Also, the laptop comes with a utility to create system restore DVDs, you should run it right away. The majority of the setup time was spent creating those backup DVDs - it's a very simple, user-friendly process, but it takes time for the software to build the DVD images and burn them.
I specifically waited for Windows 7 to come out to buy this laptop, and I'm glad I did, things are running very smooth. Setup of other features (like wireless networking) was pretty easy, owing to the Windows 7 interface. This machine comes with 3 GB of RAM, which seems more than adequate. Can upgrade to 4GB if desired, but so far I see no reason to do so, the laptop runs smoothly.
The viewing angle on the screen is good, but not great, however the overall picture quality is high, and the images are sharp. Not much else to review on this laptop - adequate number of USB ports (2 right, 1 left), and I haven't used the SVGA or HDMI video output yet, so I don't know how well that works. Digital card reader worked just fine to read the SD cards out of my camera. The headphone and mic jacks are on the front underside of the laptop, which is a good access point. The laptop doesn't seem to get very hot, the built-in cooling seems more than adequate.
The only real con I can think of is the perhaps slightly undersized hard drive, I would have preferred 320 GB or larger, but honestly, since I'm not going to load a ton of software on here, and I have a desktop that can serve as a media center for DVDs and music, I'm not sure the smaller HD size will end up being a real downer. Also, battery life is OK but not great, but then again, I don't think anyone is ever really satisfied with the battery life of any laptop! I find that I can get a about 2.5 hours of casual surfing, and maybe 90 minutes for playing DVDs. Don't expect to watch an entire movie without being plugged in.
In all, I think this is a great starter laptop, or for that matter, a good upgrade if your old laptop is showing its age. Windows 7 is a pretty slick operating system, with lots of features that I'm still discovering.
The laptop does come with the expected trial software, bloatware, etc... all it really took was about one good evening to get everything set up, update Windows 7 with the latest releases, remove some of the annoying preinstalled HP software. Also, the laptop comes with a utility to create system restore DVDs, you should run it right away. The majority of the setup time was spent creating those backup DVDs - it's a very simple, user-friendly process, but it takes time for the software to build the DVD images and burn them.
I specifically waited for Windows 7 to come out to buy this laptop, and I'm glad I did, things are running very smooth. Setup of other features (like wireless networking) was pretty easy, owing to the Windows 7 interface. This machine comes with 3 GB of RAM, which seems more than adequate. Can upgrade to 4GB if desired, but so far I see no reason to do so, the laptop runs smoothly.
The viewing angle on the screen is good, but not great, however the overall picture quality is high, and the images are sharp. Not much else to review on this laptop - adequate number of USB ports (2 right, 1 left), and I haven't used the SVGA or HDMI video output yet, so I don't know how well that works. Digital card reader worked just fine to read the SD cards out of my camera. The headphone and mic jacks are on the front underside of the laptop, which is a good access point. The laptop doesn't seem to get very hot, the built-in cooling seems more than adequate.
The only real con I can think of is the perhaps slightly undersized hard drive, I would have preferred 320 GB or larger, but honestly, since I'm not going to load a ton of software on here, and I have a desktop that can serve as a media center for DVDs and music, I'm not sure the smaller HD size will end up being a real downer. Also, battery life is OK but not great, but then again, I don't think anyone is ever really satisfied with the battery life of any laptop! I find that I can get a about 2.5 hours of casual surfing, and maybe 90 minutes for playing DVDs. Don't expect to watch an entire movie without being plugged in.
In all, I think this is a great starter laptop, or for that matter, a good upgrade if your old laptop is showing its age. Windows 7 is a pretty slick operating system, with lots of features that I'm still discovering.
21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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This laptop is probably too big for much carrying around, but if you are like me and just want a laptop for home use and occasionaly travel, this is a great deal. It is great for watching videos.
I also like the windows 7 that this has, although some of the windows features take some getting use to.
The key board is really great, numberical key pad plus the key stroke is light. The speakers are not as loud as I would like, but have ordered a separate speaker system for $12 so that really is not a problem. I have had this for less than a week, but so far I really like it, much nicer than my old compaq that was stolen.
This laptop is probably too big for much carrying around, but if you are like me and just want a laptop for home use and occasionaly travel, this is a great deal. It is great for watching videos.
I also like the windows 7 that this has, although some of the windows features take some getting use to.
The key board is really great, numberical key pad plus the key stroke is light. The speakers are not as loud as I would like, but have ordered a separate speaker system for $12 so that really is not a problem. I have had this for less than a week, but so far I really like it, much nicer than my old compaq that was stolen.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
After a more than 5 year hiatus spend in the Apple camp, I'm back to a PC. I've had 3 Apples in that time and am a heavy user - daily, work, part-time professor and graduate student. Apple's couldn't stand up to my heavy, daily use. Period. The last straw was the screen on my 17" going bad, and Apple not covering it under AppleCare.
Having gone OUT OF MY WAY for 5 years to use Apple i.e., buying Parallels to run QuickBooks (QB for Mac is a hassle for most accountants, so they require QB for PCs), I've decided to put Apple on the shelf. They are over-priced, of no better build quality (Made in China), and are more hassle to use than they're benefit.
I found the HP to be of good build quality, Windows 7 looks good (much better than XP), and the HP screen is beautiful. I like the 10-key number layout on the keyboard as well. Although I never had Vista, Windows 7 didn't appear loaded with bloatware. I replaced Norton with AVG and may remove some games and junk at a later time.
I paid $599 + tax for this machine at Costco, valuing the premium price paid for Costco's fabulous warranty and return policy.
Having gone OUT OF MY WAY for 5 years to use Apple i.e., buying Parallels to run QuickBooks (QB for Mac is a hassle for most accountants, so they require QB for PCs), I've decided to put Apple on the shelf. They are over-priced, of no better build quality (Made in China), and are more hassle to use than they're benefit.
I found the HP to be of good build quality, Windows 7 looks good (much better than XP), and the HP screen is beautiful. I like the 10-key number layout on the keyboard as well. Although I never had Vista, Windows 7 didn't appear loaded with bloatware. I replaced Norton with AVG and may remove some games and junk at a later time.
I paid $599 + tax for this machine at Costco, valuing the premium price paid for Costco's fabulous warranty and return policy.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
I might have gotten a dud but I am sure disappointed in this thing
I have had problem after problem with this computer since I bought it in February 2010. The biggest issue is that the display started dying on me after about a year. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Christine Lewis
Excellent
I've had this laptop for just over a year now and it has been really good. I use it for many different things including holdings thousands and thousands of photos and videos, I... Read more
Published 4 months ago by AC
A pretty Lulzy Computer, but I wish I had more gaming Capabilities
Ok, so first off i think this computer is pretty sweet. Everything works well and boots up very fast. Im using it to write this review!!! Read more
Published 21 months ago by Matthew
The worst computer!
I purchased this laptop a couple of months ago. It didn't come with any instructions, manuals, suggestions, etc. The worst of all is that it crashes constantly! Read more
Published on April 20, 2010 by Frustrated in WA
A1 Great!!!!!!
Very fast and promp.!!!! Its exactly what I wanted. Shipped very good. I would go threw this saler again!!!!
Published on March 29, 2010 by Natilee K. Johnson
Bad touchpad placement, but otherwise a nice machine
I bought my G-61 in October, and after 5 months, I am pretty happy with it. The one thing that bugs me is that the touch pad really needs to be centered below the space bar. Read more
Published on March 14, 2010 by Christopher T. Dahle
good computer
Bought this for my husband, and now I want one. I like the screen size and its great for watching Hulu. My husband hasn't complained about it either. It's quick and responsive.
Published on February 16, 2010 by E. A. Rosenthal
nice work hewlett-packard
i could talk all day about this notbook for the looks how powerful it is and how fast but that's not why i,m here it is a little heavy but that's not a real problem for me witch i... Read more
Published on February 8, 2010 by Eddie
love it
It was a christamas gift for my hubby, and he absolutely loves it!
It is use at home mostly for movies, music, pic, internet etc. Looks and works great!
It is use at home mostly for movies, music, pic, internet etc. Looks and works great!
Published on February 8, 2010 by Alicja B. Wygiera
Great Laptop good price!
Needed a good laptop for my family to use for internet, email, some gaming, and to work with home network useing wireless gateway. Was easy to set up and use right out of the box. Read more
Published on February 1, 2010 by Dominick A. Mastromonaco
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