HP Special Edition L2005US 14" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technolgy ML-30, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, DVD?R/RW/CD-RW Combo Drive)

by HP

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.2 x 9.1 x 1.3 inches ; 5.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9.2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009XSKZ0
• Item model number: L2005US
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 22, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Work faster and more productively with the special edition HP L2005US notebook PC. You'll also be helping the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF). With your purchase, $50 from each HP L2000 notebook goes to the LAF. The LAF provides the practical tools and information that people living with cancer need to live strong. Jointly developed by HP and processor manufacturer AMD, the L2005US features LIVESTRONG on the cover and a reproduction of Lance Armstrong's autograph. Each purchase includes a yellow LIVESTRONG wristband and yellow stereo ear bud headphones with in-line volume control. LIVESTRONG wristbands represent unity in the battle against cancer and hope for all those who are living with cancer.

The HP L2005US features AMD Turion 64 ML-30 Mobile Technology, which will handle all you can throw at it today and will be ready for the coming onslaught of applications that will take advantage of 64-bit processing technology. Supremely mobile, it weighs just over 5 pounds and has a BrightView 14-inch display--which provides improved viewing in direct sunlight. Other features include an 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multiformat DVD writer, built-in 54g wireless connectivity with 125HSM SpeedBooster, 128 MB of shared video RAM, and Windows XP Professional.

In addition to the $50 that the LAF will receive from each notebook, AMD and HP plan to donate notebooks for use in LAF-funded cancer survivorship centers throughout the United States. In addition, the two companies are inviting you to join them in the support of the Lance Armstrong Foundation by matching or exceeding the $50 per unit for the LAF.

AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology
Combining strong performance with efficient usage of power, the 1.6 GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-30 is uniquely optimized to power today's thinnest notebooks. It's also built for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, which will require a processor with significant power. It includes such AMD technology features as HyperTransport (which increases the communication between integrated circuits), PowerNow! (which enables longer battery life and reduced heat generation), and Enhanced Virus Protection (which works with Windows XP Service Pack 2 to better withstand attacks from certain classes of viruses). It also features a 1 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 80 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) is a bit above average in size for notebook PCs, and its capacity is a welcome size for road warriors.
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, PC2700, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
• CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the L2005US multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer DVD+R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. You can also burn your favorite music mixes to CD.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad.

Screen, Graphics and Sound
While the L2005US's screen is actually as wide as standard 15-inch displays, the high-definition, widescreen 14-inch display (1280 x 768-pixel resolution) has the same form factor as a 12-inch screen--taking up less space on your desk. Even more impressive, its high resolution provides 25% more information than standard 15-inch XGA displays. This BrightView screen also provides a 20 percent brighter screen for better definition and 33 percent wider viewing angle for more accurate, off-center viewing. Video is powered by the ATI Radeon XPress 200M IGP video/graphics card, which delivers good, though not high-end, 3D graphics. It has 128 MB of shared video RAM, which uses the notebook's main memory. It also features 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro-compatible audio and internal speakers.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The L2005US has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. The 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support will enable it to be ready for tomorrow's 125 Mbps wireless LANs. You get a decent offering of connectivity options, which does include super-fast USB 2.0 and Firewire:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
• 1 Expansion Port 2 connector
• 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Sticks, Memory Stick Pro, SmartMedia, and XD Picture Cards

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. Other preloaded software includes Sonic Digital Media Studio, InterVideo WinDVD Player, Microsoft Zones.com, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Adobe PhotoShop Album, Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money, Microsoft MSN Encarta Plus, and Microsoft Office 2003 Student and Teacher Edition (60 day trial version).

Dimensions and Weight
Nice and light, this notebook weighs just 5.33 pounds and measures 13.15 x 9.1 x 1.29 inches.

Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 3 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the L2005US notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, printed operating instructions, zippered bag, yellow earbud headphones, and yellow LIVESTRONG wristband. LIVESTRONG wristbands represent unity in the battle against cancer and hope for all those who are living with cancer. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, 1-year free technical support, and 30-day free software support.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice Configuration, August 4, 2005

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Dr. Doctor (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews

This review is from: HP Special Edition L2005US 14" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technolgy ML-30, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, DVD?R/RW/CD-RW Combo Drive) (Personal Computers)

We were looking for a laptop that would last at least 4 years for our college-bound son. With Microsoft coming out with its 64-bit Windows operating system next year, we wanted something with a 64-bit processor. We got this unit from Amazon, and it has worked great to date. Some observations: people on various laptop forums complain that the unit runs hot. The processor is below where your left palm rests, and it does feel hot, but not to the point of being uncomfortable for me. Another complaint is that the fan runs often and loud. We have not experienced this at all. The screen clarity is very nice, and the it has a good solid feel to it. The 80 GB hard drive runs at 5400 rpm, which gives a performance boost over 4200 rpm drives on other units. We recommend this unit. If you need extra battery power, or if you need Microsoft Office, you should order the Compaq V2000Z (the same unit but without the Lance Armstrong logo) through a retailer (Circuit City) or directly from HP. Then you can substitute the 12 cell battery for the 6 cell here, or you can get the unit pre-configured with MS Office for less than buying the software at retail. Overall, this is a very nice deal, and the Lance Armstrong badging looks great. The Targus case is a little too big for the unit, but it does protect the notebook well, and it has a lot of room for accessories.

41 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great notebook, wrong size free case, July 27, 2005

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Tyler Weaver (Garland, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HP Special Edition L2005US 14" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technolgy ML-30, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, DVD?R/RW/CD-RW Combo Drive) (Personal Computers)

Loving this notebook PC after receiving it 3 days ago.
Only change I would have made by custom ordering it would be a RAM upgrade, but that's easy to do aftermarket.
(...)Amazon has the best price I found.
Hooray for Lance!! and supporting the LAF!

The promo free Targus 17" Citygear L.A. bag is very nice, but way oversize for this notebook. A much better choice would be the Targus citygear NY 15" model with still some room to spare.
But hey, free is free. Still, would be better if it was the right size case in the offer. Check the dimensions.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent computer that actually works well!, May 5, 2006

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Robert Carver "Jeffersonian Trekker" (Metairie, Louisiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HP Special Edition L2005US 14" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technolgy ML-30, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, DVD?R/RW/CD-RW Combo Drive) (Personal Computers)

My wife needed a computer for her graduate school work and I bought her this HP Notebook. I always feel like I am taking a gamble every time I buy a computer. I have bought some poorly made examples previously and I am always wary. It turned out that this HP was perfect for her needs. Excellent processing speed, lots of memory, surfs the web effectively and I admit I enjoy using it to watch DVDs while I get my chemo at the hospital. We have had it for several months now and not one issue or complaint yet. I hate to sound cliche, but it runs like Lance Armstrong at the Tour de France! Great price for a great computer.