HP Pavilion DV7-1240US 17.0-Inch Laptop
Offering an eye-catching modern look, the entertainment-focused HP Pavilion dv7-1240us notebook PC makes it easy to enjoy your favorite music and videos while on the go, as well as keep you productive with a speedy dual-core processor and 64-bit Windows Home Vista Premium operating system. The 17-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. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam and omni-directional microphone. Optimized for low-light environments, it’s great for capturing short videos to share on your favorite social networking site. It offers dual-core productivity from its 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 RM-72 processor. HP’s ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection locks your 320 GB hard drive into place when it senses abrupt motion to help prevent data loss. The built-in eSATA/USB combo port enables fast backup to an external hard drive. Other features include 4 GB of installed RAM (8 GB maximum), ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics with up to 1918 MB of available memory, dual-layer Lightscribe DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard 54 slot, quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), and 5-in-1 memory card reader. High Style Expanding on the sophisticated elegance of HP’s notebook design from the past few years, the new DV series is defined by fluid, modern lines and metalized finishes. The HP Intersect Imprint finish in bronze and chrome encases all surfaces visible during normal use for greater durability. And the Intersect Imprint features an argyle-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 c (more…)
10 Responses to “HP Pavilion DV7-1240US 17.0-Inch Laptop”
By Jaela on Jun 2, 2009 | Reply
5.0 out of 5 stars
HP Pavilion DV7 Is Great for Powerful On The GO Computing
This laptop is a huge bargain for its price. It provides for more computing power and functionality than any laptop in its class/price-range.
By Jennessa on Jun 2, 2009 | Reply
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice specs…poor performance…
Shipment was not an issue it arrived within the time frame promised.
Like the aesthetics of the laptop despite its annoying flaws.
By Jeneva on Jun 3, 2009 | Reply
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good laptop, but with one fatal flaw
The flaw is not, as some people have suggested, in the keyboard. It’s in the chrome strip on which the power button rests, along with a volume control, and the single, only,…
By Abe on Jun 3, 2009 | Reply
3.0 out of 5 stars
Keyboard impossible to read
I am fairly pleased with this laptop and think it was a great bargain for the price but the keyboard is very hard to see the letters/numbers, etc.,!!!
By Tuve on Jun 3, 2009 | Reply
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect!
I think this laptop is practically perfect! I read all of the reviews on amazon before purchasing it, and the only flaw I read was that the grey letters on the keys were…
By Macyn on Jun 3, 2009 | Reply
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great capabilities for a sub-$1,000 notebook
I purchased the dv7-1262us version of this Pavilion notebook from Staples and have been pleasantly surprised with its capabilities.
By Cailyn on Jun 3, 2009 | Reply
3.0 out of 5 stars
Mixed Feelings Over This HP Pavilion Laptop
I have the 1245dx version of this laptop. The 17-inch screen is marvelous and the laptop’s design and the chrome/bronze finish is sharp and makes it look so much more expensive…
By Zesiro on Jun 4, 2009 | Reply
1.0 out of 5 stars
Do not buy an HP Laptop
My HP Pavilion quit working after 3 weeks. The sound card went out and I was unable to connect to the internet.
By Nadine on Jun 4, 2009 | Reply
2.0 out of 5 stars
poor choice for color of keyboard
Great laptop, but would be a lot better if you could see the keyboard. where can I get a black keyboard to replace this one?
By Valerie on Jun 4, 2009 | Reply
4.0 out of 5 stars
great laptop, it is windows you have to be aware
So I got my state of art Notebook PC today. What a beauty!
It was very easy to do the initial set up, and I got online ASAP – wireless router was @ ready.