Anyone received shipping for new HP laptop from recent 500 dollar coupon deal?

Thanks Eric. I've run it through the gun with stress tests, watching the temps and then decided last night it was a keeper. I did a clean Vista install on it last night and now I'm just going through the drivers to put everything back on it that needs to be.

I've never done anything like this before -- testing the processor, doing a clean install, etc. I feel like I've been through boot camp!

Good luck with your new computer. Hope you have a better experience with the next one.

 

that is great to hear that everything is going well with your new computer. have fun with the new computer.

 

Congrats to all that got their deliveries recently. I too received my 2700SE last night. However, this supposed free sleeve is nowhere to be found. Anyone else missing theirs?

 

I noticed the same thing. I think there is a notch in the hole that keeps it from coming out easily, so when plugging it in, you need to give it a little extra push to click it over the notch. Not the greatest explanation in the world, but hope it helps.

 

The other night I did the clean install...and what a difference it makes. I know enough about computers to make me dangerous, so I was a little apprehensive at first, but I followed the instructions and it worked. I went from 71 processes running to 30-some. I highly recommend it.

The only part that stinks is having to re-install all the drivers...but that is a small price to pay to clean up the system.

 

okay, got a problem here
after clean installation, my E:\ is empty (it was~12GB used before clean inst, recovery manager?). does that mean, there is no hp recovery running? how can i re-enable it for future use.
thanks

 

u cant, u were supposed to burn the recovery discs before your clean install it.

 

Does any one experienced (DV6700t ) a litle bit of loose with 12-cell battery ?Mine looks liek little loose...not sure...have to check once again...thouroughly..

 

hi ,
I just received my 9700t today.Can anyone tell me where to lookfor the Windows Anytime Upgrade folder ? I presume there is one since no vista dvds have been shipped along with this...

 

No there isn't. You have to get one for around 10 bucks from Microsoft.

 

thanks brightred.....that reply was really fast !!

 

just another couple of doubts...is there any way to recover the 12 GB shown as drive E or recovery ? I have created a set of recovery discs....plus....i would like to upgrade my RAM to 4 GB ..plan to get that from newegg...will it void the warranty and support if the RAM is upgraded ?

thanx in advance !

 

Hey guys,

If you ordered the DV9700T with the 512MB 8600M GS, I noticed the price has been cut 50%. So does that mean we can call since we're within the 30 days and get that $50 credit? I read on here to keep an eye on prices within the 30 days to see if there are any price drops in the components you ordered.

 

Check again, my 12-cell battery doesn't feel loose.

 

How come people got the 256 Card with this build?

I went with the 512MB thinking it was a better card?

By the way, anyone know how my setup will play with World of Warcraft or source?

 

I bought a HP 9700t customed on March 28, 2008 with the $500 instant rebate but it didn't include the free fringer print indentification...I guess there was some kind of limitation...

HP Pavilion dv9700t customizable Notebook PC
Upgrade to Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T9300 (2.50 GHz, 6 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB)
17.0" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
3GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
50% OFF 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GS!!
FREE Upgrade to HP Imprint Finish (Radiance) + Webcam + Microphone
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection and Bluetooth(TM)
320GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support
No TV Tuner w/remote control
High Capacity 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Microsoft(R) Office Home and Student 2007
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope


Anyways here is my route and I can't wait till I get it...

Apr 10, 2008
1:42 AM In transit INDIANAPOLIS, IN Package available for clearance

5:39 AM Int'l shipment release INDIANAPOLIS, IN

1:30 AM Arrived at FedEx location INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Apr 9, 2008
3:24 PM Departed FedEx location ANCHORAGE, AK

2:17 PM Arrived at FedEx location ANCHORAGE, AK

9:02 PM In transit SHANGHAI CN

Apr 8, 2008
11:49 AM Picked up SHANGHAI CN Package received after FedEx cutoff

11:49 AM Left origin SHANGHAI CN