Product Description

HP Pavilion DV6770SE 15.4 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. It features a subtle HP exclusive Influx special edition pattern that expresses the flow of our ever changing universe. Departing from the original pattern of concentric waves, Influx captures the dichotomy of randomness and order. It changes color as well, moving from a piano black exterior with silver interior to a clean ceramic white and silver finish throughout plus a coordinating coordinating sliver keyboard. Its freshness sets it apart. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. 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. Add music to your slide shows or videos with drag and drop functionality. Watch Internet TV. Find and stream media from universal plug and play devices such as Windows Media Connect. 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. Dual headphone jacks with Altec Lansing audio help you to share and enjoy your entertainment. And Intel mobile dual core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1589 in Personal Computers
• Color: White
• Brand: Hewlett-Packard
• Model: DV6770SE
• Dimensions: 1.69" h x 4.53" w x 10.12" l, 9.40 pounds
• CPU: AMD Turion 64 2.1 GHz
• Memory: 3000MB DDR2 SDRAM
• Hard Disk: 250GB
• Processors: 2
• Display size: 15.4

Features

• Special edition notebook PC with widescreen 15.4-inch LCD and exclusive Influx imprint finish in ceramic and silver
• 64-bit 2.1 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 dual-core processor, 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB RAM (4 GB max), LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
• 54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g); 10/100 Ethernet; Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics (up to 1535 MB of available memory)
• Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, ExpressCard 54/34, 5-in-1 memory card reader
• Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities); includes remote control

Amazon.com Product Description
Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6770se notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. This special edition laptop features the exclusive Influx imprint finish, which changes color as well, moving from a piano black exterior with silver interior to a clean ceramic white and silver finish throughout plus a coordinating sliver keyboard. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you'll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Essential software.

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. It also features an extra-large 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), 54g Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11b/g), 8x dual-layer DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, HDMI port for connecting to an HDTV, and Nvidia GeForce Go 8400M GS video/graphics card with up to 1535 MB of total allocated video memory. It also includes an integrated Webcam in the LCD's bezel and an omnidirectional microphone for easy video chats.

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
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which displays an 18 percent larger picture than standard 15-inch screens and an improved contrast ratio. It has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen. Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card, which provides up to 1535 MB of available RAM/video memory (256 MB dedicated video RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), the 8400M lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and 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 (though no standard 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 good offering of connectivity options:

• 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 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
• Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
• 1 ExpressCard 54/34
• 2 headphone jacks and 1 microphone jack
• 1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
• 1 consumer IR (infrared)
• 5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
• 10/100 Fast 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 measures 14.05 x 10.12 x 1.56 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 6.06 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv6770se 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.

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Customer Reviews

HP DV67XX - A Nice Update to the DV6000 Notebook Lineup
HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

The HP DV6700 line of notebooks is an update to the DV6000 line. There are currently 7 base models and perhaps a few more on the way. Chip wise these are based on either the Intel Core 2 Duo or the AMD Turion 64 X2. I have owned both the DV6725 and the DV6415 from one of the previous generations HP Pavilion DV6415US 15.4" Notebook PC (Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor T2130, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium). This is a very nice design that was priced right for the market. The included features are great on both Intel and AMD versions. If you want the larger 17 inch screen you will have to step up to the 9700 HP Pavilion DV9720US 17.0" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium). There are few concerns, but overall this is a winner.

There is some confusion created because the reviews for all the various models have been collected here. Just keep that in mind. Most of what I have to say is not processor specific and applies to virtually all the models in this 6700 grouping.

Pros
+ Nice price for a great notebook with many features
+ Included Altec Lansing speaker produces nice sound for a notebook
+ Nice included expansion ports including S-Video, VGA, USB2.0, Firewire, LAN and modem
+ Nice memory card reader and IR port, which users have come to expect
+ Works well with included Windows Vista Home Premium or Ultimate
+ Cool electrostatic buttons for quick play features above the keyboard
+ Serviceable mouse touch pad
+ Wireless a/b/g, with front button to disable or enable
+ Awesome included windows mobile remote slides away into laptop body!
+ New sleek, shiny, thinner body made of black composite material
+ Nice DVD/CD dual-layer burner
+ Nice wide screen is adequate for mobile use or home use
+ Nice sized included 160 GB SATA hard drive; 200 and 250 GB configs available
+ Microphone and webcam integrated into monitor screen
+ Decent RAM sizes ranging from 2 to 4 GB.
+ Included HP software will help novice users with dashboards and alerts; can be disabled
+ Nice multimedia controls above the keypad allow for easy adjustment

Cons
- Only Vista Premium, when Vista Ultimate would have been ideal
- Common Issue: only 32 bit versions of windows included, under-using dual core chips
- Memory expansion limited to 4GB
- No easy way to add an internal hard drive
- Display still draws a lot of power, with more efficient models on the horizon
- Battery life leaves much to be desired, topping out at 1-3 hours for most unplugged users
- Some power issues may require you to frequently reseat your cord or battery
- New shiny body attracts fingerprints and dust, may not appeal to everyone
- Like most HP laptops, video card shares memory with RAM, limiting the RAM for your OS
- Power cord connection a little to close to right USB port, making most USB mice cramped
- Ethernet only 10/100 when the market is going to 1000 Gig-E
- No included wireless-N or EVDO
- HP's customer service reputation has been suffering with higher than normal failure rates

Installation is very smooth, a well designed process with the usual kind of included instructions. If you're like me you'll want to take the time to remove a lot of the unnecessary software trials included here. Just one word of caution, it's very difficult to change your main hard drive in Vista, so even if you multi-boot like me avoid the temptation to partition the main system drive too much.

There are some quirky aspects of Vista, so you can configure how you want your power saving modes like Sleep and Hibernate to work. Keep it simple: avoid the Sleep mode and only use hibernate. You'll save yourself some headaches that way.

At least Windows Media Center is included with Vista Premium. The should have included a lot more, including wireless N and Vista Ultimate. This came out at the end of 2007 after all. Perhaps in the next version.

Perhaps most disturbing are the growing number of people who have had support issues with HP. Unfortunately, I can tell you from experience as somebody who buys a lot of notebook computers that this is an industry wide problem. There really isn't an all around better alternative than HP so you have to pick your models carefully. Hopefully they've worked out the kinks from the previous generation of this product.

As for me, despite some minor issues I've been satisfied with both of my HP models, this one included. For home use, its ideal. I am waiting for the prices to drop a little further before I step up to my next one.

Enjoy!

Beauty & Brains...
Love, love, love it! After three Sony Vaio laptops, I decided to branch out a little and I am so glad that I did! Not to knock Sony or anything, it's just that now I see that there are just as good options (if not better) for as good or better pricing.

Now on to more 'technical' stuff. This laptop is very fast and runs the entire Adobe CS3 Master collection at warp speed! Amost as fast as my desktop. (I had flash, illustrator, phtoshop & dreamweaver all open at once and alternated between them for almost an hour and it never missed a beat or froze up once!)

Vista still irritates me a bit but I am going to be a little more patient with it than I was with my desktop (I ended up loading XP pro after 3 days) because I use the laptop a lot less for work type stuff. But just because Vista is annoying at times, I wasn't going to ding the laptop on it.

PLUS...it's beautiful! Gives you that Apple style and look with all the familiarity of Windows.

So all in all, I am very satisfied with the purchase. Even if you do heavy design or video editing etc, this machine can definitely handle it.

Very pleased!
Amazing computer. I'm incredibly happy with this product. The price is rediculously cheap for what comes in this computer, and I shopped around extensively before making my purchase. Anything is a step up from my last Dell laptop, but this HP truly exceeded my expectations with it's style and specks. This computer has way more space and memory than I probably need, and yet it was CHEAPER than some of the other computers with less to offer, so buying it was a no-brainer! I recommend this for everyone. :)