Product Description
Pared down to the essentials, the new G60-230US is defined by
minimalist lines. High-gloss reflective top cover and palm rest area
surfaces contrast cleanly with matte everywhere else. HP Imprint finish
in piano black on the top cover with silver across the palm rest and
touchpad provides greater durability than traditional painted surfaces.
The streamlined look is enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and
touchpad. The HP G60-230US delivers easy-to-use entertainment. Enjoy
full-screen DVD playback on the crystal-clear 16:9 16.0-inch diagonal
HP Brightview display. Burn audio CDs and DVDs to share your favorite
songs and video clips with friends and family. Built-in Altec Lansing
speakers bring your entertainment to life. And the 5:1 digital media
reader enables photo transfer in seconds. For those who want technology
to connect and manage everyday computing tasks in a stunning design
that balances performance and mobility, the HP G60-230US Notebook PC
delivers. Its elegant piano black and silver Imprint finish helps
protect your system. The G60-230US ships with Genuine Windows Vista
Home Premium with Service Pack 1, Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor
T4200, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M (shared) with up to
1309MB total available graphics memory, 3072MB 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.
Dimensions: 14.88 (L) x 9.90 (D) x 13.80 (min H) approx., weight: 6.57
lbs. approx.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #112 in Personal Computers
- Brand: Hewlett-Packard
- Model: G60-230US
- Dimensions: 1.72" h x
9.90" w x
14.88" l,
9.45 pounds
- CPU: Intel Core Duo 2 GHz
- Memory: 3000MB DDR2 SDRAM
- Hard Disk: 320GB
- Processors: 2
- Display size: 16
Features
- 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 Dual-Core Processor
- 3 GB RAM (4 GB max)
- 320 GB Hard Drive, LightScribe dual-layer DVD Drive
- Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit, SP1)
- 16-inch screen, Intel GMA 4500M graphics (up to 1319 MB total)
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
Eliminate the black bars that appear when you're watching DVD movies or
HDTV content when you view them on the HP Pavilion g60-230us notebook
PC, which has a 16-inch screen with a true 16:9 aspect ratio. Pared
down to the essentials, HP's G60 series is defined by minimalist lines.
High-gloss reflective top cover and palm rest area surfaces contrast
cleanly with matte surface everywhere else, and the streamlined look is
enhanced with a color-matched keyboard and touchpad.
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Chat face to face, or take pictures and video clips with the webcam and
integrated digital microphone. Play games and enhance multimedia with
the Intel GMA 4500M with up to 1309 MB of total available graphics
memory. And enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or
music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process).
It offers dual-core productivity from its 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium
T4200 processor for excellent multitasking. Other features include a
320 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum capacity),
dual-layer DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), quad-mode Wi-Fi
(802.11a/b/g/n), 5-in-1 memory card reader, and pre-installed Windows
Vista Home Premium (SP1).
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Spec Check
- 16-inch LCD screen (16:9 aspect ratio)
- 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 dual-core processor
- 320 GB hard drive
- 3 GB RAM (4 GB maximum)
- Dual-layer Lightscribe DVD±R drive
- Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
- Intel GMA 4500M graphics (up to 1319 MB total)
- Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit, SP1)
- Weighs 6.06 pounds
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The Basics
- Processor:
The 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 dual-core processor delivers additional
computing resources and help expand the PC's capabilities by providing
higher throughput and simultaneous computing. You'll be able to perform
multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running
virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly. And its Intel 64
architecture is also ready for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, and
offers enhanced performance through improved virtual memory. Each core
shares 1 MB of L2 cache (for a 2 MB total), and they have an 800 MHz
front-side bus. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data;
and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The
FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus
will deliver better overall performance.)
- Hard Drive:
The generous 320 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (7200 RPM) offers a
wealth of storage space, perfect for storing a vast multimedia
collection or for editing digital video. This SATA hard drive has a
3Gb/s interface speed that enables up to 300MB/s data transfer rates
(double the speed of the current SATA interface of 1.5Gb/s).
- Memory:
The 3 GB of installed RAM (PC6400, 1 x 2 GB, 2 x 1 GB) helps boost the
amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video
card. It also offers a fast 800 MHz speed. This notebook has a 4 GB
maximum RAM capacity (2 x 2 GB). To receive the faster data transfer
benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory
modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
- DVD/CD Drive:
This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and
DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can
store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x
DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x
DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds. This
LightScribe DVD±RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text
and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work
together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After
you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your
label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
- Keyboard & Mouse:
This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button
and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes
two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).
Screen, Video & Audio
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the
16-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which has a widescreen resolution
of 1366 x 768 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were
meant to be seen. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media
Accelerator 4500M, which uses shared video memory (up to 1309 MB
allocated from the system memory). This graphics card is built with
Intel Clear Video technology, which delivers clearer, more detailed
images by eliminating many of the jagged edges and video artifacts seen
when viewing interlaced content and features powerful color control to
ensure videos are not too dark, overly bright, or washed out. The Altec
Lansing speakers provide exceptional sound.
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the
integrated quad-mode Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi
specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the
wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward
compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and
Wi-Fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher
throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office
environments). It comes with the following external connectors:
- 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- 1
HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater
receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
- Analog video output: 1 VGA
- 1 headphone jack
- 1 microphone jack
- 5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
- 10/100 Fast Ethernet networking
- 56K modem (V.90)
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 (32-bit) 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
- HP
MediaSmart Software Suite: Your one-stop multimedia and entertainment
center to create photo slideshows, share personal videos, listen to
your favorite music playlists and watch DVD movies.
- muvee autoProducer Basic: Automatically create professional looking home videos and burn to DVD.
- Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe: Automatically fix and edit videos and create CDs and DVDs. Edit, burn and archive data to discs.
- Microsoft Works 9: Includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database and calendar.
- Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (60-day trial version).
- Adobe Reader 8: Read and print PDF files.
- Norton
Internet Security 2009 protects your PC and your identity when you
email, bank and shop online; 60 days of protection updates included.
Dimensions & Weight
This notebook PC measures 14.88 x 9.9 x 1.72 inches and weighs 6.06 pounds.
Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion g60-230us notebook PC,
rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, 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.
Reduce your impact on the environment with this
Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options,
including trade-in, recycling and donation.
Customer Reviews
Great laptop
I don't know about the other reviewer's experience, but I can say
that I love everything about this computer. The screen is bright and
the colors are vivid. I have listened to other laptop speakers, and
these sound very good. The keyboard is wonderful to type on. I had to
uninstall some bloatware, but that was expected. Will upgrade to a 12
cell battery as soon as I can afford to. I highly recommend this laptop
to anyone who wants a well made machine. Read the specs listed above
and you will find that this machine has everything you would want in a
laptop or desktop replacement. Con: somewhat large and slightly heavy,
but then again your going to carry it in a bag anyways!
Very good price/performer from HP
The G70-250US laptop is a very capable laptop but with a 17" screen
it is not a lightweight. After 3 days of use these are my initial
comments. The "HP Imprint" silver finish on the keyboard is very smooth
which has a glassy feel which I didn't' like initially, but it may grow
on me. The 4 directional keys, which are grouped below the right shift
key, are half height keys which seem a little too small. The volume
control is a two key operation which uses the left function key and a
volume key, and that is a slight annoyance as compared to my other HP
laptop (NC6220) which takes only 1 key press. The speakers and the LCD
display perform very well when viewing HD movie trailers and various
DVD's. There is nearly 25GB of preloaded software, and I removed about
50% of which I don't care to use or have acquired previously. Microsoft
Vista is a decent OS, however I found a case where it was not
compatible with my Netgear WGT624V3 wireless router (search the web for
details on making a registry change in Vista). I'll describe my laptop
use to be 70% business, 30% casual audio/Photoshop editing and web
shopping mostly at home. I'm pretty satisfied with this laptop knowing
it's not a stellar performer but capable one for doing ordinary office
work and recreational stuff which doesn't require the Intel "Genius"
processor. It's a pretty good price performer from HP (and my 3rd HP
laptop).
absolutely gorgeous!
after careful consideration & tons of research, I bought this
laptop direct from the hp website mostly because of the hard drive
space & the huge screen. I was a bit worried that i had gotten my
hopes up too high but this product absolutely did not disappoint! This
is the fourth laptop computer i've owned, the others being two ibms
(one bought through my university, it imploded two months after the
warranty ran out) & an iBook that i absolutely hated. this computer
is by far my favourite. It runs fast, quiet & smooth & the
screen has such a brilliant picture! For school i use a lot of
(allegedly) very high end computers for Computer Aided Design &
Illustration classes, & honestly the picture on this notebook is a
thousand times clearer than those more expensive machines. Vista has
taken some time to get used to, but eventually i will adjust, just like
i did when XP came out. This computer is an absolute steal. It's
definitely the best $700 i've ever spent.
