HP Pavilion DV6-1030US 16.0-Inch Laptop
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
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Features
- 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 Processor
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB max)
- 320 GB hard drive, LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
- Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 (64-bit version)
- Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics (up to 1759 MB total), 16-inch LCD with perfect 16:9 aspect ratio
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Editorial Reviews
Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of the current line, the new DV6-1030US is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes with surprising innovations inside and out. High-gloss HP Imprint finish in onyx and chrome now encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. The DV6-1030US Mesh Imprint features a grid-like pattern for subtle contrast to the liquid appearance of the metallic finish. The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad. And touch media controls light up and become visible only when the system is powered on further enhancing the clean appearance and helping illuminate the 16:9 widescreen. Providing more choices than ever, HP MediaSmart enables access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, games, Internet TV, and streamed or recorded TV, with an optional TV Tuner at the touch of a button. Built-in demos show you how to add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality, and much more. An HDMI port enables you to watch films on an HD TV. Enjoy full screen viewing with the 16:9 aspect ratio. For those who want digital entertainment features and the latest mobile technologies in a stunning design that balances performance and mobility, the HP Pavilion DV6-1030US Entertainment Notebook PC delivers. Its 16:9 aspect ratio display enables full screen viewing of HD TV and other HD content. elegant Mesh Imprint finish helps protect your system. The DV6-1030US ships with Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1, Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T6400, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (shared) with up to 1759MB total available graphics memory, 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm), 320GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support, Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth. Dimensions: 14.90 (W) x 10.15 (D) x 1.33 (min H) approx., weight: 6.93 lbs. approx.
Customer Reviews
Not very reliable
Customer Rating:I liked my laptop quite a bit at first. Right about when the first year was up, the keyboard started messing up. Then a few weeks later my hard drive failed. Now, the battery is giving me a warning saying it needs to be replaced. The battery never lasted any where near as long as they claim on here. Even new I could only get like 2 hours or so out of it. Of course it all broke right about when the warranty expired. If it had lasted, it would have been a great computer for just surfing the web, email, etc.
I need an option for 10 stars
Customer Rating:As an offshoot to my day job, I have a lot of people ask me for help in choosing computers and keeping them secure once they've been purchased.
My niece needed a computer for school and had a budget of 600$, which slotted in nicely with the refurbished price on this computer. Of all the computers I have chosen/purchased for people, this was the one I had a hardest time turning over once I was done working it up.
The fit and finish is perfect, the functional hardware is very well balanced and works well as a unit. The remote is a neat touch, and I admit that turning the computer on with it was probably a bit more mesmerizing for me than it should have been.
In the past I have done a lot of complaining about un-installing random bloatware from HPs, they seem to have more than most computers. This computer however, in keeping with it's "gold strike of the year" status had almost no unwanted or trial programs on it. It actually took me longer to get all my security stuff worked up (I'm still learning vista/7 security), than it took me to strip the OS down to where I wanted it.
Generally I don't like HP computers at all. They've been troublesome, difficult and poorly executed computers since the first one I had to fix over 10 years ago. This machine however, almost redeems the brand for me. All I wanted was functional hardware, and the specs for this were good enough to justify the price and leave me with money for an xp license. As it shipped, I couldn't find anything-at all-to improve.
Knowing what I know about this computer, I'd actually pay full retail for this if I had it to do over. Perfect 10.
Extremely weak product support! Not recommended
Customer Rating:I am a software engineer who has used a variety of brands. I got a 3 month old DV6t-2000 i7 quad core with 8GB RAM for development purposes. I trusted in HP brand and bought this computer to see that there is absolutely no support. The computers GET issues from time to time, a well performing computer does not necessarily mean that it is a good product.
The support department is going to offer you to replace the whole panel and reformat the PC if one of your key-caps(in my case up arrow) gets loose or broken. You will have to leave your PC to service department for at least a month if you have warranty, and if your warranty is over may God help you since your will have to pay several hundred dollars. There is absolutely 0 initiative, and prepare to talk to human robots. I went up to their CEO! and could not get a resolution. Managers are arrogant and chooses to fight with the customer instead of offering solutions.
I am an IT expert and strongly suggest advanced and novice users to stay away from HP as far as possible...
05/27/2010
After sending several emails and hours spent on the phone calls, I could get the support department to resolve the issue. However, they sent a whole keyboard panel. So, it seems, once the warranty period is over, I would have to pay for the panel. It is a powerful computer , yet the support is still weak.
FAULTY ADAPTER
Customer Rating:Hi
I bought my HP Pavillion DV6-1030US on June 3rd 2009, great machine, easy to use, even recommended it to friends who inturn purchased similar machines. to my dismay March 2010 my adapter developed a short and is now completely dead. Is this the standard life span for an adapter? have I been recommending this machine, rating it highly to everyone that has seen it and it's going to disappoint them in less than a year? So now I have a really cool laptop that I cannot power up! maybe someone can advise me as to my next step
Jannelle Warner
HP's poor products and servies
Customer Rating:Poor design, poor quality, poor services.
Even the high end laptop broke right after the warranty.
The services guys are all laughing at you too!
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Details
Batteries Included: 1Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Hewlett-Packard
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Type: Intel Core 2 Duo
Display Size: 17.3
EAN: 0884420737056
Feature: 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 Processor
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Hard Disk Size: 320
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: Hewlett Packard
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
Model: DV6-1030US
Modem Description: Fax / modem
Processor Count: 2
Publisher: Hewlett Packard
Studio: Hewlett Packard
System Bus Speed: 800
System Memory Size: 4000
System Memory Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Warranty: 1 year warranty
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