HP Pavilion DV2740SE 14.1-inch Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-62 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 13.2 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00111NBU8
• Item model number: DV2740SE
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #989 in Computers & PC Hardware (See Bestsellers in Computers & PC Hardware)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 12, 2007

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Built for today's multimedia-savvy, always on-the-go computer user, the entertainment-centric HP Pavilion dv2740se Special Edition notebook PC provides quick access to your digital audio and video library wherever you roam. Weighing in at 5.25 pounds, it features the HP exclusive high-gloss, organic Verve imprint finish, which flows freely across the top cover then bursts across the palm rest area. A significant change in color appears as well, with a rich bronze top cover carrying through to the palm rest area to morph into golden copper shades then fade to deep black near the touch-sensitive media control panel. It offers a widescreen, BrightView 14.1-inch display, which provides improved viewing in direct sunlight. Control settings for audio and video playback from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process).

Optimized for mobile performance, it's powered by the 2.1 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 dual-core processor, which offers 64-bit computing capability and higher throughput for simultaneous computing tasks. Other features include an extra-large 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), 54g Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g), multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD drive (which can also burn CDs), Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M video card with up to 1071 MB of total available video memory, multi-format memory card reader, and integrated Webcam for easy video conferencing.

It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

• Processor: The 2.1 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PC’s capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.

  Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

• Hard Drive: The 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive is more than double the average size for notebook PCs, and it offers a fast 5400 RPM disk speed--an improvement over other notebooks with extra-large hard drives. It provides more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and video editing software. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.

• Memory: This notebook comes installed with 3 GB of RAM (DDR2), which helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It has a 4 GB RAM capacity.

• DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.

  This LightScribe DVD±RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.

• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
While this notebook is actually as wide as standard 15-inch displays, the high-definition, widescreen 14.1-inch display (1280 x 800-pixel resolution) has the same form factor as a 12-inch screen--taking up less space on your desk. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M graphics/video card, which provides up to 1071 MB of total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content--and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 for stunningly realistic cinematic effects for all DirectX-compatible applications.

The Altec Lansing speakers provide exceptional sound, and a pair of stereo earbud headphones with volume controls is included. You'll be able to privately share enjoyment of multimedia with a friend via the dual headphone jacks.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a very good offering of connectivity options, which includes both 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
• Video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
• 1 ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
• 2 headphone jacks
• 1 microphone jack
• 1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
• 1 IR receiver
• 5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
• 10/100 Ethernet
• 56K modem (V.90)

Operating System
Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.

Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.

Preloaded Software
Symantec Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days of complimentary live update), HP PhotoSmart Essential, Muvee autoProducer, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Microsoft Works 9, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook PC measures 13.15 x 9.33 x 1.54 inches and weighs 5.25 pounds.

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 HP Pavilion dv2740se notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Product Description
HP Pavilion DV2740SE Pavilion 14.1 Inch Entertainment Notebook PC. HP innovation is most visible in its breakthrough notebook PC designs that truly integrate fashion and technology for todays mobile, digital lifestyle. High gloss HP Imprint finish encases the elegant, curvilinear form and is more durable than traditional painted surfaces. This HP Pavilion Special Edition with HP Verve Imprint Finish speaks to the creative spirit and organic nature of life. A radical departure from the original design of orderly concentric waves, the pattern flows freely across the top cover then bursts across the palm rest area. A significant change in color appears as well with a rich bronze top cover carrying through to the palm rest area to morph into golden copper shades then fade to deep black near the touch sensitive media control panel. Personal entertainment is now even easier to enjoy with an updated menu and built in demos. Providing more choices than ever, HP QuickPlay enables access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, games, Internet TV, and streamed or recorded TV, with an optional TV Tuner, at the touch of a button. Watch DVD movies on the full screen using simple media controls. Find and stream media from universal plug and play devices such as Windows Media Connect. Listen without disturbing others with included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. For those who want rich digital entertainment capability coupled with leading edge mobile performance, communication features and radical new design, the HP Pavilion DV2740SE Special Edition Notebook PC delivers. Dual headphone jacks allow you to share your entertainment. And AMD mobile dual core technology enables use of multiple demanding demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

47 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, January 31, 2008

By	Jonathan "Jong81" (NY) - See all my reviews

No one's reviewed this yet, which made it very difficult to come around and buy it. Hopefully, I'll make it easier for someone else.

This computer is great. I love the design and its ability to receive a signal from a wireless g router is amazing. No one can ever get the signal from my router on the other side of the house in my room. The signal is frequently weak on my Sony PS3, but for some reason, this laptop gets 4/5 bars all the time.

The computer is fast and runs smoothly. It does come with some stuff you don't need that slows it down (bloatware), but you can easily remove it. Windows VISTA does get a little annoying with the security - it constantly asks my persmission for everything!!! I'm sure you can disable this, I just haven't looked around enough yet.

I was concerned about having it shipped from Amazon, but it turned out to be excellent. I chose free shipping and the computer arrived two days from when I ordered it. I ordered it Tuesday afternoon and it arrived in perfect condition on Thursday via UPS.

The screen is sharp and vibrant. The camera works very well and the battery lasts about as long as anything else you'll get out there.

The design is excellent and it's just as good as anything else you could get at a more expensive price. If you have any more questions, please ask.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet computer, February 14, 2008

By	Joseph A. Massie - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this thing about 6 months ago, it is currently away at "Geek city" because I dropped it and now its broken. So word of advice, dont do that. I would not fault the computer though since for the price and the fact that you knowingly are not buying a "tough book" its understand able.
Seriously though the machine runs perfectly, never over heats no matter how long I leave it sitting on my bed and is very light.
The bad on this is Windows Vista which like the previous guy it annoys me with asking me permission to do anything. I have searched and searched and not found where to disable this. I guess you cant fault HP for that, or the machine its self so thats a moot point.
The camera is great, very awesome quality. The built in microphone is fun to play with, I use it to record me playing guitar so I can practice soloing over the chord progression and the play back is actually pretty good. Oh and having a second head phone jack is pretty sweet.
The computer handles all my programs well and rarely does it need rebooting (its still Windows so that will never go away).
Over all this is a great laptop for travel and is generally reliable but I would back my stuff up incase you drop it like I did.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Computer, February 19, 2008

By	R. Clarke "Tropical" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This computer is very good value, it does come with some bloatware but so did my D*ll. Unlike my other machine it does handle Win Vista quite well.

My only cons for this system are:
1) The graphics card only gets a 3.0 in Win performance rating while my other system gets 3.1 on the Intel standard stuff.
2) The D-sub connection does not have the retaining screws so it fits quite loose.
3) The speakers sound great but they are not loud, not something you expect on an entertainment system.

I have used this system to play DVDs and it is excellent. The wireless works perfectly and has good range, the battery life compares to all other systems in this class, wish it had a time meter however. I have not tried the light scribe but the burner is excellent. For me the best things about this system are it is light and the screen is beautiful.

I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a great system at good value with high portability you just can't go wrong. With Amazon free shipping it was just 2 days away.