*HP HDX16 Owners Lounge*

That's a misprint redmop, only room for one hdd. You could use the esata to connect to an external hdd if you really needed more capacity.

Alex77, might as well get the T9600 if it is a choice between those two processors.

 

Someone should tell HP. I just talked to someone at HP (yes, I know the sales guys are very credible) that said I could buy and install a second drive in the HDX16.

Can anyone that has had it open confirm 1 or 2 drives? Maybe with a pic?

 

I had the same problem after updating my network driver from the hp website. I finally used the device manager to uninstall the driver (but not remove it ) and rebooted. Upon reboot it found and installed the same driver but now it works flawlessly. I think during the original install all the driver files didn't get updated. My connection would appear to work and then randomly drop (during a continous ping -t of the router). This caused great headaches when playing online games.

Someone mentioned installing the realtek sound drivers? I have no issues with sound except when I move the volume and treble/bass sliders. It ticks for a few seconds AFTER I let go of the keyboard. Very annoying. Does anyone know how to turn this off?

 

That's great idea. It would be better if somebody share picture with back panel of HDX16. With opened HDD sections.
Thanks.

 

I have the hp hdx16 connected to my denon 4308 receiver using windvd8 to play blu-ray movies. The video is just fine. I am unable to get dts-hd master or true hd to play. Are there any adjustments need to be made to the laptop or program to get this to work. The receiver shows that I am outputting dolby digital only.

Thanks

Jim

 

Well the HDX16 just got canned here in Australia zzz - we didn't even get them into the country - they have replaced with the new DV6

 

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01641278.pdf

See page 17-20 of that document. The hard drive sits directly below the RAM modules, and there is virtually no room anywhere else for a second hard drive. Whatever documents that states the HDX 16 supports two 2.5" SATA internal drives is mistaken.

 

Well, I've been curious too, so finally just took the cover off and took a pic. Hopefully it links correctly. Looks like the manual is wrong, as it sure looks like its a one hard drive show in there! Of course under the big plastic sheet is the hard drive. Hope this helps.

 

trainmann1, looks good to me, thanx for the pic.

To sum up, there is only room for 1 internal hard drive.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01641278.pdf shows 1 drive, it's correct.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01612461.pdf says dual drives on page 8. It is not correct.

HP pre-sales support says dual drives via a media bay. They are not correct.

 

I know somewhere in this thread, there was something mentioned about it, but the solution didn't work.

Does anybody know how to disable the "clicking" sound you hear when you adjust the volume with the touchsmart buttons? An HP rep stated you can't, but I find that hard to believe. Any ideas would be appreciated, as this is pretty annoying.

 

I disabled it by muting the media manager thing. (open the volume control mixer). Not quite sure what else i muted by it, but it certainly gets rid of the clicking sound.

 

So i just got my HP HDX16T HP. Ordered it online from hp.com. The thing is i was fully expecting my computer to be a grey black. It turns out my computer was actually bluish grey. Is it suposed to be like this?

 

Yeah I just tried that, and the only thing you appear to be able to mute there is everything. Yeah, it does away with the clicking sound, but all sound goes away with that Mute option.

Anybody have any other ideas on getting that clicking sound that appears when you adjust the volume to go away?

 

what about the button sounds in the bios option? or was that allready tried...

 

Right click on the volume icon on the task bar and click on Open Volume Mixer. Mute SMOSD.

 

Collection of reviews:

Video:

JOFE Store Notebook HP HDX16 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkKsFOP1GTA
HP HDX16t REVIEW PART 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE5Qdjase9Q
HP HDX16t REVIEW PART 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_HNCd0qQEI
HP HDX 16-1140us Notebook - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0M2X6nl1EU&NR=1
HP Pavilion HDX 16 18 Entertainment Notebook PC - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_c2MEl9fMY&feature=related
update hp hdx 16 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJ80DNz8sHY&feature=related
The New Hp HDX 16/18t Entertainment Notebook PC (High Quality) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3bGgzzTmUM&feature=related

Sites:

http://laptoplogic.com/reviews/HDX16t
http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/product/39721/review/hdx16.html
http://www.itreviews.co.uk/hardware/h1780.htm
http://www.trustedreviews.com/notebooks/review/2009/01/05/HP-HDX16-1005EA-16in-Blu-ray-Notebook/p1
http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/reviews/index.cfm?reviewid=107573
http://www.laptopmag.com/review/laptops/hp-pavilion-hdx-16.aspx

 

Obsolete, you are awesome! That worked like a charm. That is so much better! I looked in there, but didn't think to try muting that. Thank you very much!

 

You're welcome. I asked the same exact question when I first got my shiny.

 

I just got my new HDX 16, I love this computer so far!

HP HDX16T CTO
Genuine Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9800 (2.93GHz)
16.0" diagonal High Definition HP Ultra BrightView Infinity
Display (1920x1080p)
6GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
320GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Webcam + Fingerprint Reader with HP Imprint Finish (Fluid)
Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card with Bluetooth
Blu-Ray +/-R/RW with SuperMulti
HP Integrated HDTV Hybrid Tuner
One 6 Cell and One 12 Cell Lithium Ion Batteries

 

Congrats.
And How much does it cost? Do you buy it in HP.com? ..

 

I just got my tax return and I am ready to get my HDX16t. I have been eyeing this thing for a while now. I have a dv9000 for about a year now (AMD chip) and want to upgrade to the latest and greatest. I configured a machine and it was like 2000 dollars after the 200 off. I will be selling my dv9000 for 500 bucks so that will knock of 500 dollars but its still a little steep. Any current or upcoming coupons/discounts on this thing? In the earlier threads I saw there was a 500 dollar off earlier in the month (cant believe i missed that!!) Is it better to hold off for now or take the plunge? Thanks

 

If you buy today you can use the coupon code NB5463 to get 30% off the total price, it will kick out the 200 instant off but can end up saving you more than 500 if you are spending alot. I think the coupon expires tonight so if you are interested, I would make the move. I've had my HDX16t for a couple weeks now and its def been a great purchase.

 

I used a 30% off coupon when I bought mine and it saved me a ton.

OP, make sure you get the 12 cell battery. It lifts the computer at a nice angle off the desk and you get that much needed extra juice for longer sessions away from the cord.

Paul

 

I second the 12 cell...I opted for the 6 because of weight but its only good for 1.5 to 2 hrs at best...and I also used the 30% off and it was a great deal

J

 

You guys ROCK. Ok here are the specs, before the 30% off it comes to 1937.99. Any recommendations or advice before I pull the trigger?


Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8700 (2.53GHz) edit
Memory 6GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) edit
Hard drive 320GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection edit
Graphics card 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT edit
Display 16.0" diagonal High Definition HP Ultra BrightView Infinity Display (1920x1080p) edit
Primary DVD/CD drive Lightscribe Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer edit
Personalization Webcam + Fingerprint Reader with HP Imprint Finish (Fluid) edit
Networking Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card with Bluetooth edit
TV & entertainment experience HP Integrated HDTV Hybrid Tuner edit
Keyboard HP Color Matching Keyboard edit
Primary battery 12 Cell Lithium Ion Battery edit
Productivity software No Productivity Software

 

I ordered the laptop and it said they where unable to process the order. I called HP and they said that they cannot explain why the order was declined but the amount shows as a pending charge on my credit card and they are saying only the sales team can tell me what is going on and they are only open M-F. , is this normal? If the order didnt go through why was my card charged?

 

If the order didn't go through it may still show up as pending until HP doesn't clear it and then the charge should just drop off. I didn't have any experience with something like that happening tho, could it be a limit on your card or billing/shipping info issues that would cause it to be rejected?

 

I am so pissed. And with the coupon ending today this sucks big time. I was thinking by next weekend I would have my shiny new toy. I hope to heavens they approve it after calling them Monday and I get the coupon or I will raise hell lol

 

I tried to use the NB5463 coupon today and it wouldn't work, the rep told me it was limited to the first 1800. She ened up still giving me the 30% off deal, so I saved over $700 (if you consider the original price a real value). The coupon code she used was CA5464

Here's my deal ordered today. I'd imagine the coupon is good through March 2, 2009. Good Luck.

HP HDX16t Premium Series customizable Notebook PC
• Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
• Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9800 (2.93GHz)
• 4GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
• 320GB 7200RPM SATA HD
• 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
• 16.0" High Definition HP Ultra BrightView Infinity Display (1920x1080p)
• Lightscribe Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer
• Webcam + Fingerprint Reader with HP Imprint Finish (Fluid)
• Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card with Bluetooth
• HP Integrated HDTV Hybrid Tuner
• One 6 Cell and One 12 Cell Lithium Ion Batteries
• System Recovery DVD with Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit)
• $30 OFF!! Corel(R)PaintShop(TM) Pro X2
• $1,701.69
• 3-year HP Pick Up and Return Extended Service Plan $269.99

•Instant discounts you received: $729.30 Coupon CA5464

Order subtotal $1,971.68
Shipping
(5-7 Business Days) FREE
IL Tax $106.36
Grand total $2,078.04

 

NB5463 - still working. (HP's site reference - We have compared the coupon submitted to the available instant savings and applied the best offer. Promotion rules allow only the coupon or instant savings to be applied to any item.)
CA5464 - invalid. (HP's site reference - The coupon you entered is invalid.)

 

Iam having the same problem with the sound.

What is SMOSD? I a not seeing it in my volume mixer.

 

It also shows up as HP Mediasmart.

 

I was looking at laptops the other day and the HDX16t really caught my eye, however, I couldn't find many reviews for it, and the reviews that I did find were from a while ago, when the laptop was brand new.
Has the HDX16t stood the test of time for you guys?
Would you recommend it for someone who is playing demanding games? (It more than meets the recommended specs, I'm just wondering if in general it is good for gaming) (Dawn of War 2, Fallout 3)
Does HP regularly have great coupons like it does now for a laptop like the HDX16t?
Thanks in advance for your answers.

 

Its good for gaming but it is not GREAT for demanding games. I have played 3 games on it. Lego Indiana Jones, World of Warcraft and Fallout 3.

I am not sure if its because I am using Vista 64 bit, the framerates were not what I expected. I own a HDX Dragon (20 inch laptop with Vista 32bit) that has a Nvidia 8800 GT video card and that one still blows my 16t out of the water. I assumed when I bought the 16t that the video card (Nvidia 9600) was newer and since it was newer that it'd be 'better'. I found out that its not always the case. Fallout3 gave me 29 fps at medium settings. Then again, it could be the Vista 64 bit. (Fallout3 screams on my HDX Dragon)

Don't get me wrong, its a great laptop. And it can play games fine. But you said 'demanding' and in my opinion and in my case - not all that great.

As for coupons, you have to keep checking those coupon sites like techbargains. They seem to run out of uses within 24hrs and the new coupons seem to come out every 2 weeks.

Aloha

 

Hi guys,

I have a dilemma

I want to upgrade my old laptop to something nice, and am torn between to systems.

An HDX 16 with:

2.40 Ghz dual core duo ( P8600 chip )
6 gigs of ram

OR...

An HXD 18 with
2.0 Ghz QUAD core ( QX9000 chip )
4 gigs of ram

both systems have the same video card ( Nvidia with 512megs of ram )
500 gig hard drive.

What would be the faster machine for doing video ?
and what would be the overall faster machine ?

I realize that not all applications will take advantage of a quad-core chip like the QX900, so this is why I"m asking.

Perhaps some of you have bought either of the system, perhaps you have some info, or insight that could help me out.

I'm basically wondering if the dual-core P8600 chip @ 2.40 Ghz in the HP HDX 16 with that 6 gigs of ram will actually be faster overall than the quad core would be, and perhaps even be faster at rendering video ?

thanks for any help, and information.

 

How is the build quality? Has it shown any signs of aging in the time you have had it? I only need something to hold me over for a year when it comes to gaming (and I can settle for low detail), but I need this thing to last 3-4 years so I can do schoolwork and such on it.

 

I've had mine about 2-3 months and still looks great. I take it to and from work and nothings cracked, aged etc. Still shiny like new.

As for the build quality, my HP HDX Dragon (the 16t's Mama) at 2 years still rocking like new so that might tell you something.

Just get a extended warranty to be safe.

 

I suggest calling HP with a coupon code even if it's used up. My experience has been the salesperson will find you a code to get the discount. The code I used to get 30% off was not the same code applied to my order.

Paul

 

My ZD7000 is nearly 5 years old...still going strong. Good thing, too, since I'm going to sell it on ebay. I replaced it with a HDX 16t.

Paul

 

You guys have been very helpful, thanks.

 

I suppose it depends on your video application. I use Pinnacle Studio 12 and it uses all 4 processors on my quad core desktop when rendering. Rendering still takes a while, though, and my desktop is OCed to 2.7 GHz and I've got 8 GB RAM.

If you want portability, go with the 16. If you're replacing a desktop, go with the 18 (I have a 17" and it's a bear to lug around...I can't imagine hauling an 18" around!). Either way video rendering isn't going to be instantaneous so I'd base my decision on portability.

Paul

 

Does anyone know if I can use the 30% off coupon while using my APP discount?

I'm a student, and I am going to need that 30% off coupon, but would also like to get the APP discount as well.

Thanks in advance!

 

My company participates in an employee purchase program - I could use one or the other, not both. The 30% was way more valuable than the EPP discount.

Paul

 

Thanks Paul.

With the APP, it seems to only save a couple hundred dollars which is great, but if I had to choose between that and the 30%, hands down the 30% wins. I bet the EPP is a better than the APP anyway.

I have been going to http://www.techbargains.com to look for coupons. Is there another site I should also keep up on as well?

Thanks again.

 

I found my coupon here ( http://www.notebookreview.com/hp_coupon.asp) - they seem to rotate regularly. Never hurts to call up and ask the rep what the current deals are and if you can score a 30% off.

Paul

 

5 months now and going strong. I just removed that oddly placed energy star sticker because it was just getting on my nerves XD Not sure if I'll take out the nvidia/vista/intel stickers but I'm leaning towards doing it..

 

http://www.buy.com/prod/ocz-4gb-2-x...y-ocz-technology-4gb/q/loc/101/206152493.html

would this ram be ok to upgrade to?

 

Hi guys,

I'm reading something on another forum, under the Dell laptops,
where a guy says that the laptop ( HDX16 ) that HP is offering with 6 gb of ram is NOT good.

He indicates that having 6 GB of ram in the laptop will turn the dual-channel ram into single-channel.... and reduce the effeciency / speed of the ram.

First off - is this true ?

secondly - if true, why would HP offer this sort of combo ? ... I just don't understand it.

Here is the post by the user who talks about the 6gb of ram turning into single-channel:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=345445&page=219
it is post # 2184 on page 219.

The system that HP is offering with 6GB of ram is here:
http://h20386.www2.hp.com/CanadaStore/Product.aspx?pdetail=P71381&pid=C36581&

Now, I'm very puzzled... I always figured that more ram is a good thing, however it seems you must have either 4 or 8, and NOT 6gb ??

 

The dual channel will work fine, but keep in mind the motherboard will downclock the memory to 667mhz if that's the case for the 4GB stick, whether or not the 2GB stick is 800mhz. That guy is wrong.

That ram is perfect

 

Thanks for the info "anothergeek"

Ok, I've got a good question for ya also...

I'm still debating on the 2 systems,

both are HP laptops:

system a:
2.40 Ghz ( 1066 fsb ) Dual Core Duo

or

system b:
2.0 Ghz ( 1066 fsb ) Quad core.

Will rendering video be faster with the quad ?