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HP Pavilion dv6-3140us 15.6-Inch Laptop PC - Up to 5 Hours of Battery Life (Argento)
 
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HP Pavilion dv6-3140us 15.6-Inch Laptop PC - Up to 5 Hours of Battery Life (Argento)

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Technical Details

  • AMD Phenom II Triple-Core Mobile Processor P840 (1.90GHz, 1.5MB Cache); 4GB DDR3 SDRAM memory (2 x 2GB) (expandable to 8GB); 640GB (5400 RPM) Serial ATA hard drive; Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
  • 15.6 Inch diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED Display (1366 x 768), ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 128MB DDR3 Display Cache Memory with up to 2045MB total graphics memory
  • External Ports: 5-in-1 memory card reader; 4 USB 2.0 (4th port shared with eSATA); 1 HDMI; 1 VGA (15-pin); 1 RJ -45 (LAN); 1 Headphone-out; 1 Microphone-in
  • LightScribe Technology Blu-ray/SuperMulti DVD Burner; Dolby Advanced Audio with Altec Lansing speakers; Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN; Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
  • Brushed aluminum finish; 101-key compatible with island-style full-size keyboard; HP Clickpad with On/Off button; HP TrueVision Webcam with integrated digital microphone; HP SimplePass with integrated fingerprint reader
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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 14.9 x 9.6 x 1.4 inches ; 5.5 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 8.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00400OS4A
  • Item model number: XG869UA#ABA
  • Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,403 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: October 22, 2009

Product Description

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Watch Blu-ray DVDs at home and on the go, plus easily access your favorite music using the HP Pavilion dv6-3140us Entertainment Notebook PC. Video chat in low-light environments using the integrated HP webcam and edit photos and videos on the 15.6-inch diagonal High-Definition LED display. You can also use the integrated fingerprint reader to log in to secure websites effortlessly with the swipe of a finger. Plus, enjoy online gaming on your HP laptop with integrated ATI Mobility Radeon HD video graphics. Count on great style, inside and out. With the HP Pavilion dv6-3140us Entertainment Notebook PC, power up fast using an AMD Phenom triple-core processor. Burn custom labels onto CDs and DVDs using LightScribe Technology and transfer photos from a digital camera to your HP laptop using the digital media reader. Plus, enjoy music in premium audio and browse the Web from any room using built-in Wi-Fi. This stylish notebook PC also has a durable brushed aluminum finish with the stream design in argento.

IDEAL FOR
Entertainment. Enjoy music in premium audio, edit photos and high-definition videos, plus play games using the mid-size HP Pavilion dv6-3140us Entertainment Notebook PC. Work in multiple applications at the same time and easily navigate this laptop PC using the large HP ClickPad and full-size, island-style keyboard.

SPECIFICATIONS

VISION AMD
Processor
VISION Technology from AMD - Premium with AMD Phenom II Triple-Core Mobile Processor P840
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Windows 7 Home Premium Logo
Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
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Display
15.6" diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED Display (1366 x 768)
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Memory (RAM)
4GB DDR3
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Hard Drive
640GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA) with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
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Weight & Dimensions (w x d x h)
5.46 lbs; 14.88" x 9.65" x 1.21"/1.37"
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Battery Life
Up to 5 hours
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Wireless
Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
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Optical Drive
LightScribe Blu-ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer Support
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Video Graphics
ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 4250 Graphics with 128MB Display Cache Memory with 128MB DDR3 (sideport memory) with up to 2045MB total graphics memory
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Finish
Brushed aluminum finish with the stream design in argento
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FEATURES

YESFingerprint Reader
Manage passwords easily using your fingerprint

YESLightScribe Technology
Burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs

YESBlu-ray Disc Drive
Watch high-definition Blu-ray DVDs using your laptop PC

YESBuilt-in HP Webcam
Video chat in low-light environments using your HP Pavilion dv6-3140us Entertainment Notebook PC

YES5-in-1 Digital Media Reader
Transfer photos from a digital camera to your laptop PC without using cables

YES
INCLUDED
Fingerprint Reader

Fingerprint Reader

EXCLUSIVE HP SOFTWARE

HP SimplePass Identity Protection
Keep passwords and important data safe
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HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Help prevent data loss due to bumps or short drops
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HP MediaSmart
Create, share and enjoy multimedia entertainment in one stop
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HP MediaSmart Software

Exclusive HP Software
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Product Description

Now there's a notebook PC made for the way you play. In fact, the HP Pavilion dv6 comes with software that lets you start playing right out of the box. With amazing graphics, audio, and video, plus a wide array of options, the HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment series notebook delivers power and performance to match your fast-paced lifestyle. Exclusive HP MediaSmart software gives you instant access to the music and movies you love. Immerse yourself in videos, games and 3D graphics on the high-definition 15.6" diagonal HP BrightView LED display. Look your best in any light with the HP TrueVision Webcam and sound great with integrated dual-array digital microphones for improved noise reduction. With the large hard drive, you can store volumes of data, movies, and music. 15.6 Diagonal High-Definition BrightView LED Display (1366x768) HP TrueVision Webcam and Digital Microphone ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 128MB DDR3 memory Lightscribe Blu-ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD+-R/RW Double Layer Drive Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector) 5-in-1 Digital Media Reader MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD HP SimplePass with integrated fingerprint reader Dolby Advanced Audio with Altec Lansing speakers Brushed aluminum finish with the stream design in argento Connections - 4 x USB 2.0 (4th port shared with eSATA), Headphone out, Microphone-in, VGA, HDMI, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.88 (W) x 9.65 (D) x 1.21-1.37 (H) inches Approximate Unit Weight - 5.46 pounds


Customer Reviews

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
I've had this computer for about a month now and have no problems so far. I've found that the battery lasts about 3 hours with wifi off and on power settings set to conserve battery life. They keyboard is great in my opinion. They keys are raised slightly above a glossy surrounding which keeps most dust and dirt from getting under the keys. It's really easy to wipe off any dust that might get on it.

The fingerprint reader doesn't work with Google chrome, so if you're a Chrome fan this might apply to you. There is a plugin for Firefox to use it, but I don't like Firefox. Otherwise it works great.

The entire trackpad area is touch-sensitive so that means you can't rest your thumb on the click buttons. It doesn't have the scroll area on the side of the pad like some computers do. Instead you have to use the two finger scrolling, which took me a few days to get used to but now it's simple and easy to use.

The keyboard has a column of 5 dedicated buttons on the leftmost side. The buttons open HP Mediasmart, which is this panel that opens on-screen to access the webcam, video editor, etc, there is one that opens your default web browser, a print button, and a calculator button which is mostly useless to me, but if you use the calculator included in Windows a lot then it would come in useful. The only thing is is that I often accidentally hit the button when trying to use the ctrl button.

After getting used to typing on the keyboard I find it very comfortable as it is not too mushy and not too hard.
This computer was a replacement for my old Compaq Presario, so I figured I'd buy an HP since Compaq is an HP owned company. The speakers on my Presario were fantastic, so I was a little worried that this laptop would have the much-hated cheap speakers that a lot of them have. I loved this one because the speakers are in the front like my Presario and let me tell you.. I was not disappointed with these speakers. They are plenty loud and don't echo like the ones on my sister's Dell. So I really think that's a big plus.

The hard-drive is advertised as 640 GB, which the computer has, but I thought you should know that there is a partition of it that is unaccessible as it is used for back-up and recovery, this was no problem for me, because I knew it would be like that as it was with my Presario. Anywhere from 580-590 GBs are usable depending on the configuration of software and features.

The plastic around the screen is really scratch-prone. So I use a soft towel to wipe it with.

I really love the aluminum body, as it doesn't collect fingerprints too bad.

Here are some little things that I liked about it aren't totally important:
It comes with a pretty long power adapter. I'd say it's almost ten feet long although I haven't measured it.
The HP logo on the front of the laptop lights up, which I thought was kind of cool.
The USB ports aren't all crammed in the same place, so you can use three USB powered devices at the same time and not worry about cramming the plugs in the same area.
It doesn't feel as heavy as you would think, considering that it's a 15.6 inch.

I actually didn't buy this item from Amazon, where I had originally planned on ordering it, because, at the last minute, I did a search and found the exact same laptop on the HP website for about $50 less.

Overall, I'm in love with this laptop. It's fast, beautiful, and easy to use.
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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
BC June 2, 2011
By BC
The $634 laptop computer worked wonderfully for 12 months. Within a few days of the warranty expiring, the powercord that originally came with the laptop charged the laptop inconsistently, but enough to keep it running. On the 13th month (1 month after the warranty expired), the powercord arced and fried the motherboard. This is an extremely expensive fix. We called HP customer service and were told that because the warranty expired a month ago, we are on our own! I googled this issue and found that this is a common problem. Before you purchase this computer, do a little more research to find out what problems people have had with HPs as well as what problems people have had with HP customer service. Had I done this before I purchased the HP laptop, I never would have made the purchase.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Another great HP notebook April 21, 2011
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This is my second HP notebook, my previous one being an HP Pavilion DV9334US 17". I currently use an HP Elite desktop, and previously had a similar HP desktop, both of which have served me well (I work mainly with graphics and book design). My previous HP notebook computer has been a reliable workhorse (passed on to my wife for her new career) and led me to look for another HP when it came time to buy a new one. I checked around, read reviews, and settled on the HP dv6-3140. This computer lives up to the excellent reviews. It is a mystery to me what the negative reviews are about. The hinge seems pretty solid (almost too solid, since you cannot simply lift the screen to open it, but must hold the bottom to lift the screen). The "island-style" keyboard is quite nice, as are the dedicated keys along the left and right of the keyboard. My previous notebook being 17", I miss the number pad, but I am adjusting willingly for the saved weight and size. I also find the 15.6" screen quite large enough (and beautifully bright) for my purposes.

Another complaint I see from another reviewer has to do with heat buildup. I don't find that to be the case at all. Actually, at one point people were encouraged to stop calling these computers "laptops" and instead call them "notebooks." Using them on your lap (or on soft surfaces such as bedding) can block the air vents and lead to burns or worse. Indeed, all computers give off heat, and the more powerful the processor, the more heat will be generated. One needs to use good sense and allow that heat to escape.

Aesthetically, the finish is elegant and (so far) seems resistant to scratches and general wear. The hard drive is huge by notebook standards, and should eliminate the need for anyone to add a second drive. And, finally, I love the fingerprint reader feature. I usually don't password protect my computer, but this makes it too easy not to. Moreover, it makes online shopping and site access much easier and secure. Thus far, I haven't found anything to complain about this excellent computer, though I am still getting used to the multi-touch pad...probably because I don't use the touch pad much, since I bought the excellent Logitech Wireless Anywhere Mouse MX (you will never need a mouse pad again).
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
dont waste ur money
i purchased this of amaazon waitn on them to send out box to return asap had it a week an the mouse pad is a huge piece of trash its made cheaply an sounds like its about to fall... Read more
Published 9 months ago by GAIL
me han hechos cobros a la targeta que tienen que devolverme
hola les escribo para informarle que la compra que hice de esta lapto fue hecha bajo el supper shippen y luego cancele la targeta pero me hicieron algunos cargos a la targeta que... Read more
Published 10 months ago by pedro miguel castillo
Didn't like the item sent it back, but the seller was great!
Graphics not as good as advertised, battery didn't last 5 hours. Definately recommend seller RedCore computers, they were very nice in returning the item and sending me a... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Isaac Carrillo
Beware hinge failure.
HP has had frequent problems with hinge failure, and does not cover the problem under warranty. If the hinge fails, the laptop literally cracks in two. My last two HP's did this. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Gary
Don't buy any HP laptops - bad quality
I own HP Pavilion Laptop and Desktop... Bought HP Pavilion dv9700 (high end) in 2007. Hard drive went bad in 2010 and now the screen is bad. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sanjay S. Melinamani
No Recovery Disks
Computer is generally fine. Certainly nothing great as noted in other reviews. But, how stupid is this? Read more
Published 15 months ago by Bikeman324
HP fails to support drivers for new version of OS
I have been having video display issues with my HP laptop on Windows 7. I discovered that HP cannot be bothered with shipping updated drivers for many of it laptops. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Richard Bailey
Awful input. Hate it.
The boss found these on special and got 3 for the office, and I got one. I hate it SO MUCH! The trackpad is absolutely awful - extremely temperamental, fails to register clicks... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Christopher R. Bush
Will burn your lap
The thing about HP laptop is that it runs extremely hot. I would stay away. You can go to Bestbuy and compare it yourself. Source: IT Support for 5 years.
Published 17 months ago by Minh A. Nguyen
not great.
I realized just after I ordered that 1.9ghz was not per core. It was a huge mistake on my part, I'm a graphic designer and render 3D images and needed some power on the go. Read more
Published 18 months ago by lilikoi98
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