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).
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
Includes Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial), Muvee Autoproducer Basic Edition, Roxio Creator 9 Basic, PC Recovery, HP PhotoSmart Essentials, and Symantec Norton Internet Security 2007 (with 60 days of Live Update).
Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 15.16 x 11.65 x 1.57 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 7.8 pounds.
Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2.5 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv9410us 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.
Customer Reviews:
Nice keyboard, bright screen, memory hog, continual freezing.......2007-12-18
I love the keyboard size and the fact that it has a numeric keyboard already built in. The mouse is a bit "sticky" so I use a USB mouse. The screen is bright and clear, very easy to read and not hard on the eyes after long sessions. It is too heavy to tote around everywhere but that is not what I do with mine. I don't like the fingerprint magnet black finish although it does look nice when it's polished up. The only real problem I have with it is its constant freezes. I increased the memory from 1gig to 2gigs and it has helped it to run faster but has not done anything for the freeze issues. Would I recommend it? Yes, but with reservations about the cause of the freezing (not yet established) and would recommend buying extra memory before even opening the box. We have two of these machines in our family. Both perform similarly and both have those random freezes that just appear out of nowhere.
Aggravatingly SLOW machine!!.......2007-10-23
I can't even stand to work on this computer because it is so slow. I use my 4 year old Dell desktop instead whenever possible because it is twice as fast. I don't know what the problem is...maybe another GB of RAM is needed to run vista. It takes about 90 seconds to open a WORD document, or an Outlook email. It is a nice looking machine with a great display and keyboard. The performance is the only problem for me.
Why Bother!.......2007-10-02
This is a slow machine, the webcam is not working all the times and the DVD freezes. Contacting HP via Phone you get connected somewhere else in the world and when you are asking for help via the chat up line, they are telling you to update the BIOS yourself! even though the machine is a month old and still under warranty!
a very sound investment.......2007-09-16
I ordered this computer for college proposes and received it ahead of schedule. When it arrived my husband and I were so impressed, we bought another for him. I will warn you right now if you order more than one of these laptops, you can only get a rebate for one through amazon.com. They do not allow more than one rebate for this per household. I did not get that information until after I purchased both.
As for the laptop, I found the layout of the keys to be comfortable and I like that I am able to turn on and off the wireless at the touch of a button. Playing movies on this laptop looks great as well. The picture comes out clear and easy to see (not grainy and fuzzy).
I do have to add, I'm not thrilled that it came with Windows Vista. I have tried Vista in the past and I'm not a fan. Unfortunately even if you order this laptop straight from HP you still don't have the option of a different operating system, so you might as well save some money and order from Amazon.
One last thing to add, when I received my laptop, my power cord was bad. It charged my laptop for twenty minutes and then stopped. I called HP the next day and they over-nighted a new power supply to me at no extra charge. Their service staff was friendly and easy to work with.
I would recommend HP and this laptop in the future.
Everything I needed in a portable package.......2007-08-01
I've been very happy with HP computers, the DV9420us is my second HP laptop and the 4yr old one is still going strong. In addition I've been pleasantly surprised by how good their customer service is even though I hate the loss of US jobs. The 9420 has a huge bright screen for those of us that need 3-4 windows going at the same time. The keyboard is a nice size so I don't have to scrunch my hands together when typing long projects, and I like the number pad off to the side for quick spreadsheet work. The keys also seem to be built a little sturdier than some other brands. 2GB of RAM is just fine for most things and seems to run the VISTA Memory Monster just fine. Word to the wise, don't get less than 2GB of RAM if you're running Vista. I wouldn't consider this a hardcore gaming computer at all (nor any laptop for that matter) but I can play some good games just the same. Hard drive size is good at 240GB, multi-card reader is a great feature, and the AMD TL-64 chip seems to be pretty speedy but all that power runs awfully hot so you won't want to work with the computer on your lap for too long unless you're out of hot chocolate on a frosty winter day. The outside of the computer looks very nice with the slick black finish but it is a fingerprint/smudge magnet. Thank God good Ole HP threw in a small "computer napkin" AT NO EXTRA CHARGE just for that reason. Those people think of everything! The only con is the mouse pad. The old style had a texture to it so your finger would slide smoothly, the 9420's pad is now smooth and gets a little sticky at times. I'm also not a fan of the new mouse pad page scroller. For some reason it doesn't seem to interact with webpages quite as well as their old one. It appears to be a software issue or I just haven't figured it out yet. All in all I'm very happy with the purchase, I feel I got a lot of computer at a relatively affordable price and that's saying something because I'm cheap. I sure wish they would've given me more than just a trial version of Office2007, but that's ok, I'll just use the free OpenOffice software instead "HAHA! Take that Microsoft!". For the record, my primary uses are school, business, and home entertainment. Happy Shopping
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