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Here is my possible dv5000z configuration
I am very close in going with the dv5000z.
I wonder what kind of case I should get...
Anyway, let me know what you think...
Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition
Processor AMD Turion(TM) 64 ML-40
(2.2GHz/1MB L2 Cache)
Display 15.4" WXGA BrightView Widescreen (1280x800)
Graphics Card 128MB ATI RADEON(R) XPRESS 200M
w/Hypermemory(TM)
Memory 2.0GB DDR SDRAM (2x1024MB)
Hard Drive 80 GB 5400 RPM Hard Drive
Primary CD/DVD Drive DVD+/-RW/R & CD-RW Combo w/Double
Layer Support
Networking 54g(TM) 802.11a/b/g WLAN & Bluetooth
TV & Entertainment Experience HP ExpressCard Analog TV
Tuner w/remote control
Primary Battery 12 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Productivity Software Microsoft(R) Office 2003 SBE
HP extended service plans 1-year HP Accidental Damage
Protection with Express Repair extended service plan
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Just out of curiousity, how much is that configuration going to cost?
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Nice. Looks like you found all the good stuff.
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Before the $50 rebate it is $1,946.98... I was planning to pay more so the price is good...
I am still deciding on if I really wanna pay for the accidental care and repair service...
Also Microsoft Office SBE. I could get it at school for cheaper but then again I just want to have it all ready...
Also, still deciding on getting a glossy or matte screen. I think I will get a glossy but I just hope I can get used to the reflections...
I wish I could get a 100GB 5400 RPM HD
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Buy the RAM from NewEgg.com and it will be way cheaper. Way way way cheaper. Also, you can get a 100GB 5400RPM drive from Newegg also. And then you can just get the 40GB 4200 drive with the notebook, and throw it into an enclosure case and use it as a portable drive.
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Would opening up void the warranty? I know that is not the case with PCs but I am not sure about laptops...
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You can upgrade memory as well as HDD without voiding the warranty. Buying memory after it arrives will save you money but may cause you some headaches. Seach the recent threads on dv5000z memory upgrade to see if you are up to it.
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Upgrading RAM is OK, but HDs... maybe, maybe not, and it's quite a bit more work reloading the OS and QuickPlay features. I'd stick with the 80GB 5400RPM drive you configured and pick up a second drive and USB enclosure if you need additional portable storage.
I advise sticking with Crucial PC2700 or PC3200 SODIMMs for AMD-based notebooks like the dv5000z. HP ships PC2700 but for the newer Turion machines PC3200 ought to work. Buying your memory from HP will save you some potential headaches if you have to send your notebook in for warranty service. Sometimes you don't get your upgraded components back. I tend to do my own tech support so I don't worry too much about such things.
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vassil, When I bought my v5000 2 weeks ago, I was told by the HP salesperson they don't consider the hd a user upgradeable component, but the RAM is.
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vassil, When I bought my v5000 2 weeks ago, I was told by the HP salesperson they don't consider the hd a user upgradeable component, but the RAM is.
That is why Brain said it may be or it may be not warranty voidable. The main question is whether HP will know if you have a different HD on your laptop. They cannot possibly know this unless you tell them or return the notebook with the upgraded HDD. HDDs just like CD/DVD drives are easy to upgrade and many people do so.
It is up to you to decide if you really want 100gb 5400rpm internal HDD. It's always best to stick with what HP sent you because it's tested for stability and conflicts but sometimes it might not be good enough for you.