ENVY 17-32XX Intel Ivy Bridge (AMD 7850M)

Thanks for the responses. I plan to make to restore disks first then install the ssd.

 

If it's an Intel SSD, use the migration tool they provide on their website. It'll move everything, and properly align the SSD.

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Thank you both! + rep

 

Ok i was having the same issue with diablo .. I noticed that the laptop was set to use the hd4000 as default for diablo.. so this what you need to do.. look my my screen shot below and make sure yours is set the same way. Right click the diablo icon and look at the picture below.
http://i47.tinypic.com/35jhwgk.jpg


Now on the issue of your browser opening up slow.. Can't help you much there.. besides to say get an ssd

 

Just a quick update, guys. It has Departed the FedEx location in Anchorage. We'll see where it ends up tomorrow. My ETA was tomorrow, but I highly doubt it because I remember reading somewhere on the hp site to add one day to the ETA. Whatever, Im just keeping my fingers crossed and hoping that nothing is wrong with it when it finally arrives.

 

hey how did you do that i dont get that option

 

Hey if anyone's interested I took some gameplay footage of Battlefield 3 on my HP Envy 17. It will be uploaded on YouTube in 25-30min. I will post link when it's finished uploading...

 

alright thanks did u get the chance to measure fps? and what settings?

 

My settings were on 1080p High, the only setting on low was shadows. I get 45-57 FPS... Very Smooth...

 

Update on the 3D version.

The quick Ship version of the Envy 17 3D still says its has switchable graphics..Is it True..? Can anyone who has ordered the Quick ship version verify this ?

Why would they have the Switchable Graphics on the quick ship version and not the CTO version ?

Now HP is pissing me off and I am sure others too.
Is the HP management retarded or what..?

Yeah I said that.

The link to Quick ship verison HP Envy 17 3D 3290nr

HP ENVY 17-3290nr 3D Edition Notebook PC | HP® Official Store

 

No, the quick ship 3d does not have switchable graphics. They have just not updated the page. The CTO order page said the same thing tell everyone started complaining.

 

How HP could put a 5400 rpm hard drive in a top of the line Envy laptop makes no sense to me. Even the previous model had a 7200 rpm hard drive. I realize the 3290nr also has a SSD drive, so maybe that's logical ? Can anyone shed some light on why a 5400 rpm drive might make sense ? Wouldn't it slow the system in some way ? Thanks !

 

Yeah ...they changed it on the CTO order page.That was reason I ordered for all the features it provided including 3D !!

What a way to rip off unassuming people.

And this is very poor for a Multi-National company who sells computers all over the world.

How can they not have a correct product description ??

 

Post problem

To my knowledge there are only one or two readily available 7200 rpm 1 TB laptop HD's and they cost not quite 3 times as much. HP is probably tring to keep the price point down and they may not be able to get a deal with Seagate. As to speed, it will depend on your ram, what you are doing, what's on your SSD. HP puts the OS on the SSD, and depending on what you install on the SSD and the above your decrease in speed will vary.

For everyone who has a delayed ship date of 7/6 I just ended a chat with HP. My question was since I already recieved my Extended service plan and the laptop was / is so late when does my regular and extended warranty begin? I further asked if my 21 day return period for the extended service contract begins when the unit arrives. Rep said everything begins when unit is recieved. She also said all the delayed units expected to ship 7/6 will ship 6/28 (later today). I will believe it when I get a tracking #.

 

Here's a link to my video, I think I got robbed of MVP though...
HP Envy 17 with AMD Radeon HD 7850m - YouTube
Wait I was MVP "WOOOOOOOOO"...

 

This is because the quick ship uses the old Intel 2nd Gen Sandy Bridge technology were the CTO uses the new 3rd Gen Ivy Bridge which was released without all the patches and fixes.

 

Pretty awesome. I didn't know my IPAD could play it so well LOL.

 

Thanks that one of my first Gameplay videos...

 

Don't believe the above is true. Comes with the I7-3610qm which is the Ivy. See data sheet for this model here
http://www.shopping.hp.com/shopping/pdf/a9p83ua.pdf

 

Nope RogueTitan7 please check the specs in the link I provided.It pretty much ships with the Ivy Bridge i7-3610QM and the Radeon HD 7850M and they have mentioned switchable graphics there as well.Model number is 3290nr.

 

Might want to check out Intel's site then:

Intel Processor Specifications

HP's site is full of stories at the current moment. The i7-3610QM has and will always be tagged as a 2nd Generation Processor

I'm just trying to shed some light, no hard feelings.

 

Its tagged incorrectly, definitely 3rd gen Ivy

 

Well my Envy 17t-3200 3D Intel 3rd Gen i7-3820 shipped with switchable graphics as stated on my receipt and at the current moment the bios and amd software cannot activate the i7 chips HD 4000 graphics. I'm just saying that I don't believe HP's stats/facts/data sheets at this current time.

 

It doesn't matter if HP has incorrect info at times, the 3610qm is known to be Ivy Bridge, HD4000 is Ivy Bridge IGP. Checking the processor information directly from the processor denotes it as Ivy Bridge.

Screw ups aren't solely the realm of HP. Look at the disastrous Sandy Bridge release.

 

Both HP website and data sheet say it is the 3rd generation Core i7-3610QM..of 22nm architecture..the Ivy Bridge...all Ivy processor numbers start with 3xxx and Sandy starts with 2xxx.

Also data sheet 1gb radeon HD 7850M with total memory of 5093mb which implies it has switchable graphics with the Intel shared graphics Memory.. :-/

 

nice vid lol. did u OC the card at all? and what is ur fps when not recording with fraps I really wanna get bf3 right now and play but i dont got the money to shell out right now lol

 

I retract my statement to you both per:
Compare Intel® Products

However, I have no faith in the switchable graphics until someone who has this model has tested it. My graphics card is the same and is SUPPPOSED to support it. Here is a copy of my order receipt:

HP ENVY 17 3D, p/n- A6U46AV
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
3rd generation Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3820QM Processor (2.7 GHz, 8MB L3 Cache)
Radeon(TM) HD 7850M Graphics 1GB GDDR5 Memory [HDMI, DP]
12GB 1600MHz DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
750G 7200 rpm Hybrid Hard Drive
Microsoft(R) Office Starter: reduced-functionality Word/Excel(R) only, No PowerPoint(R)/Outlook(R)
FREE 2-year Norton Internet Security subscription (a $99 value). Pre-installed.
6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery - Up to 5.25 hours of battery life +++
17.3-inch diagonal Radiance Full HD 3D Infinity LED-backlit Display (1920x1080)
Blu-ray player & SuperMulti DVD burner
720p HD video streaming webcam supports Skype
Intel 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth(R) with Wireless Display Support
Full-size Radiance backlit keyboard
Adobe(R) Photoshop(R) Elements 10 & Adobe Premiere(R) Elements 10
2 year limited warranty included
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

 

You got the CTO or the Quick Ship..?

 

What worries me is that the HP ENVY 17-3290nr 3D has the same of the following:

7850 Graphics card
Amd Graphics drivers
Bios

HP ENVY 17t-3200 CTO 3D Edition
Software & Driver Downloads HP ENVY 17t-3200 CTO 3D Edition Notebook PC - HP Customer Care (United States - English)

HP ENVY 17-3290nr 3D Edition
Software & Driver Downloads HP ENVY 17-3290nr 3D Edition Notebook PC - HP Customer Care (United States - English)

My order was a CTO with the order specs I provided.

 

Guys, since the Envy's battery is not removable, is there any chance I can replace it myself when it dies after 2-3 years or I'll have to send the notebook to HP?

In case there is a possibility I can do it myself, where can I buy a new battery?

 

The battery is removable with the correct tool; however, it is considered integrated and voids all warranty's if removed per HP.

 

Never again hp, i got a pos beat up box today after a delay. Add to that the bottom of the laptop is all messed up, no troll, best of luck, g75 here i come!

Can someone help me out with the phone number of the office in the US? Thanks.

 

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Just a thought for a new member??? There are many helpful people here, dont get booted!

 

Well not that i really expected more from them .. I sent an email asking about my order that should have shipped yesterday and this is what i got. Pretty much everything i already knew.

Dear David,





Thank you for contacting the HP Home & Home Office Store.



I am sorry for any inconvenience that this may have caused you.



I've received a great deal of positive feedback regarding this model's features and capabilities. Your computer is being built to your specifications and will then undergo rigorous testing. This will require a few days.



Upon completion, it will be shipped via FedEx 5-7 Business Days ( Ground), the shipping method chosen at the time of purchase. When the computer is shipped, you will receive an email containing a tracking number and the order information in the order status section of our website will be updated with the same information.



For this order, there are currently no reports for delays. The update on shipping status will be done by FedEx once the specially customized order starts to ship. Our efforts here are being doubled in relation to your order, as we understand that your order needs utmost attention.

Keep in mind as well that the estimated build date of your system is an estimate only. Please check your email within 24 hours for the notification.



I hope this information has been of assistance to you. Please reply to this message if there is anything else we can do. For your convenience, you may also call the HP Home & Home Office Sales Center directly at 1-888-222-0029, select Option 2, then Option 5, between 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM EST, seven days a week.



Once again, my sincere apology for all the inconvenience. I hope that you will continue to choose HP for your product and support needs.

 

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1-888-222-0029

this is what
I have gathered so far.

 

well low and behold i just got the shipping email ...

 

What do you guys think about the portability of the envy?

 

congrats. so did i.

lets see how long it actually takes to arrive.

and lets see how many defects/problems we get.

 

Depends on what you chose to carry it in I guess. For me it's not that bad as I'm coming from the old dv8t quad with the 18.4" screen lol. That thing was a BRICK! I don't think it's something you'd want to have slung over your shoulder all day long though.

 

It's not bad. I take it on business trips and to and from the office. I have it in a backpack so the weight doesn't bother me.

 

Just got mine as well guys!! two day shipping, better get here before saturday i've been waiting since the 7th!

 

by saturday? i think the chances are low, but there is still a chance.

probably missed fedex drop off time today, so will actually ship tomorrow.

then shipment might get stuck in customs and/or alaska.

i'm thinking early next week for you. but i could be wrong.

 

hey guys, any update on when I can use the "buy windows 8 pro for $15" promotion?

 

Windows 8 isn't due to release until sometime around October.

 

You can go to Microsoft and give them your name and number and get in que for an email from them when the upgrade is available. Here is a link detailing how and it links you to the site to sign up. http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ad/windows-8-offer/upgrade.html?jumpid=ex_r10104_us/en/any/psg/geolocation-mu-aw_chev/win8upgrade

 

Nice. I watched the whole thing.
Are you playing with a gamepad controller? Your turn speed is really slow.

 

So the rep didn't tell me a story. I guess HP had to be right sometime.

 

well guys i made a video for my envy 15 :| dont be too harsh this is my first one

enjoy! HP Envy 15 With Ivy Bridge + 7750m (June 2012) - YouTube



like and comment please haha

 

I just got my fedex notification for my Envy 3200, can't wait!

By the way, check this new fingerprint fading screen protectors that 3M has come out with and I find it really useful on my ipad. I wish they come out with something similar for the Glossy HP lid

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Fingerprint-generation-NVFF-BackiPad3/product-reviews/B007Q8GOGI/ref=sr_1_2_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1