HP Pavilion dv4170us

HP Pavilion dv4170us 15.4" laptop computer represents a happy amalgam between price, performance and portability. It’s small and comfortable, but not so small that you pay a premium for it. It’s powerful, but nowhere near as powerful as some of today’s priciest upscale models. And it features a host of welcome luxuries, such as wireless network/Internet/email access, a surprisingly large widescreen display, state-of-the-art DVD-burning capabilities, a massive amount of storage space, and more than enough memory for any multitasking situation. Whether you’re a businessperson, personal user or student, and if you value useful, forward-looking features over absolute top-end speed, you’ll find the HP Pavilion dv4170us is a great fit.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Processor:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us is equipped with an Intel Pentium M processor, one of three components that comprise Intel's efficient Centrino system (the others being a specialized Intel chipset and integrated wireless support). Centrino-equipped laptops are generally smaller, easier on the batteries, and more versatile than their non-Centrino counterparts. Rated at a clock speed of 1.73 GHz and paired with a whopping 2 MB of Level 2 cache for extremely fast access to your most utilized information, this is a snappy processor that isn’t on par with a high-end Pentium 4 but will easily handle all common mobile tasks without prematurely draining your battery.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Memory:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us incorporates one full gigabyte (GB) of 333 MHz RAM, an impressive allotment that’ll help boost your speed when accessing frequently used applications and during multitasking sessions. Moreover, the unit supports memory upgrades to a whopping two gigabytes.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Video:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us features an innovative style of video controller, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900—a hybrid of sorts between cards that incorporate built-in memory and less capable integrated controllers. Structured much like the latter, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 indeed shares main memory, yet utilizes more refined components and commandeers more of the system's memory—up to 128 MB in this case—than the integrated cards found in less capable laptops. Accordingly, the system won't satisfy hardcore gamers or demanding 3D graphic artists who need ultra-powerful 3D performance, yet its graphic prowess should be enough for most users.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Display:

Featuring a DVD-friendly widescreen format and supporting crystal clear 1280 by 800 resolution, the HP Pavilion dv4170us 15.4-inch viewing screen is great for those who appreciate larger-than-average displays.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Hard Disk:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us features a 100 GB hard disk. This is an extremely generous amount of storage space for a laptop in this price range and easily enough for a broad range of applications and also a library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Optical Drive:

This laptop computer boasts a versatile Double Layer DVD±R/RW and CD-RW Combo Drive that also supports new double layer DVDs (twice the capacity of standard DVDs).

HP Pavilion dv4170us Audio:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us offers microphone-in and headphone-out jacks and two Altec Lansing-designed integrated speakers.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Keyboard and Controls:

You'll control your laptop computer via a 101 key-compatible keyboard, a Touch Pad with an on/off button and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad, several one-touch hotkeys, and convenient HP QuickPlay CD and DVD buttons.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Connectivity and Expansion:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us is very well connected. The laptop features a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and high-speed 802.11b/g wireless technology for cord-free communication. Other key amenities include four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), a 6-in-1 card reader for reading and transferring files to and from popular memory cards, and a handy remote control. Bluetooth connectivity (for wireless communication with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals) is not offered.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Operating System and Software:

HP will pre-install a copy of Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition operating system and an assortment of applications that includes Microsoft's Money financial suite, Microsoft's Works productivity pack, and HP's own Image Zone photo and video software.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Dimensions and Weight:

At 8 lbs and 14.11 by 10.15 by 1.32 inches, the HP Pavilion dv4170us is a bit smaller than today's average.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Power:

This laptop sports a 6-cell Lithium-Ion battery.

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