eShop USA > PC Hardware > HP Pavilion dv1040us 14.0" Laptop (Intel Pentium M Processor 725 (Centrino), 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive)
HP Pavilion dv1040us 14.0" Laptop (Intel Pentium M Processor 725 (Centrino), 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive)
Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Computer Hardware Type: Notebook Computer
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.6 GHz
CPU Type: Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor
Display Size: 14 inches
EAN: 0829160438238
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Graphics Description: Intel Extreme Graphics
Graphics Memory Size: 64 MB
Hard Disk Size: 60 GB
Included Software: Symantec Norton Antivirus, Sonic RecordNow, InterVideo WinDVD, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money, MSN Encarta Plus, Microsoft Office 2003 Trial
Item Dimensions: 13.1
Keyboard Description: 101-key compatible
Label: Hewlett Packard
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
Memory Slots Available: 1
Model: PM054UA#ABA
Modem Description: 56 Kbps
MPN: PM054UA#ABA
Network Interface Description: 10-/100-Mbps Ethernet, Intel PRO/Wireless 2200 802.11B/G WLAN & Bluetooth
Platform: Windows XP Home Edition
Processor Count: 1
Publisher: Hewlett Packard
Secondary Cache Size: 2 MB
Studio: Hewlett Packard
System Bus Speed: 400 MHz
System Memory Size: 512 MB
System Memory Type: DDR SDRAM
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Features:- Intel Pentium M Processor
- 1.4GHz, 512MB RAM, 60GB HD
- DVD+R/RW, 14 W-XGA
Accessories:
Editorial Review:
The perfect blend of mobility, style, and performance, the HP dv1040us will become the center of your digital entertainment universe, whether at home, at school, or on the road. It features a 1.6 GHz Intel Centrino processor, which offers energy saving battery efficiency. It also has a 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, 54g Wi-Fi connectivity, a 14-inch display, and a DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW combo drive.
The Basics
- Hard Drive: Though not world-beating in size, the 60 GB enhanced-IDE hard drive offers more than enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors.
- Processor: The 1.6 GHz Pentium M (Centrino) processor is at the high end of the spectrum and will be fast enough for gaming and multimedia applications. The Pentium M processor is designed specifically for low-power mobile usage, and it features the latest in power-saving technologies--ensuring you push your battery and productivity to the max. The dv1040us has a large 2 MB L2 cache and a 400 MHz front-side bus.
- Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, 266 MHz, 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)--a must for taking full advantage of this notebook's multimedia capabilities.
- CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo DVD+/-RW and CD-RW drive. For DVD-RW discs, it has a 1x write/rewrite speed, while for DVD+RW discs it has a 2x write/rewrite speed (DVDs are read at 5x). For CDs, it has a 16x write/8x rewrite/24x read speed.
- Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 85-key keyboard and electro-static two-button touchpad.
Sound and Graphics
Enjoy high-definition content playback with the 14-inch WXGA BrightView LCD. Its 15:9 aspect ratio and 1280 x 768 resolution provides the same widescreen film picture size as a standard 15 XGA screen. The dv1040us also features the integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2 video/graphics card, 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro-compatible audio, and internal Harman Kardon speakers.
Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This dv1040us model has an integrated 802.11g wireless LAN (which is compatible with the more widespread 802.11b and offers faster data transmission rates). You get a decent--but not overpowering--offering of connectivity options, including 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) ports for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II)
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
- 6-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SmartMedia or 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). It also has a hot-swappable bay for adding an optional optical drive or second battery.
Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Microsoft Money, Norton Antivirus 2004 (with 60-day LiveUpdate subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Encarta Plus, HP Image Zone Plus, InterVideo WinDVD Creator and Home Theater, Muvee autoProducer, Sonic RecordNow, and Apple iTunes.
The included HP Image Zone Plus photo and imaging software makes it easy to organize, edit, share, print, protect, and store your photos and video clips. Organize and find your photos easily by timeline, keywords, and/or location using the unique photo-globe mapping tool. Remove red eye and fix other common problems. Share your photos quickly via e-mails that include thumbnails with links to the full-sized images--without downloading time-consuming attachments.
Dimensions and Weight
At just 5.33 pounds, the dv1040us notebook can can go anywhere without weighing you down. It measures 13.15 x 9.24 x 1.18 inches (L x W x H)
Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides an average of battery life of around 2 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv1040us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty.
Need a laptop that will increase your fun on the road? This one's got a Pentium M processor and a smattering of cool software to let you enjoy music, movies, and digital photography on the run. Its wide screen is easy on your eyes, too.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Takes a licking keeps on ticking
I bought the DV1000 in 2004, and it works better now than it ever has. We learned right off the bat that heat is this computer's worst problem, and it must never be operated on a surface that blocks the ventilation ports. Warranty covered the motherboard replacement due to overheating. I also learned that if you spill beer all over the keyboard, you should never hold it upside down and shake the beer back out while it's still on. Warranty covered the motherboard and battery replacement. My daughter ... Read More
Rating:  - Performance ok, fan sucks
I use this laptop for work. The durability leaves much to be desired, but the performance and price were key selling points. The most chronic and annoying problem to date is the cooling fan. The blades are unbalanced, the fan gets "unseated" after a while, and gets stuck -- causing my laptop to overheat. I tried to order a replacement (after the warranty period), but HP says they don't manufacture them. I resorted to taking the whole thing apart every 1.5 months to re-seat the fan so that it doesn't ... Read More
Rating: - Good enough for an year of usage
Bought this laptop in Jan 2005 and didnt have much problem with the laptop except for a synaptics - touchpad problem which I had got fixed thru the warranty.
Since then, I have been using this laptop for almost everything possible. Playing hardcore games, running intensive simulations, downloading large torrent files at 500 Mbps, lots of video processing, etc.. and it definitely had taken a toll on the performance. 1st year, performance 90%, second year 60%, 3 year 40%..
Anyway, ... Read More
Rating: - Poor customer service: beware
Based on our experience with HP desktops and now this portable, we've stopped buying HP equipment. Their customer service is so poor that we no longer consider them a reliable business partner. Nice machine, but if you ever need help with it, particularly if you are in a bind, on the road, or have an important business issue, we found them hopeless and unhelpful.
We are much happier with the small, ruggedized Panasonics.
Rating: - HP Sucks
HP has the WORST customer service of any company of any kind that I have ever dealt with. I have never called without having spent at least one hour on the phone with them before the various extensions in India, none of whom are helpful. And once the service is complete the computer is usually returned with more problems than they were origionally sent with. I would never buy another HP again.
Related Categories:
| |
 |
