HP Pavilion dv8000t

I ordered this on the 7th (and the wait IS unbearable):

HP Pavilion dv8000t customizable Notebook PC

* – Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition with SP2
* – Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo processor T2500 (2.0 GHz)
* – 17.0" WXGA+ Ultra BrightView Widescreen (1440x900)
* – 128MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7400
* – 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x1024MB)
* – 100 GB 7200 RPM SATA Hard Drive
* – DVD+/-RW/R & CD-RW Combo w/Double Layer Support
* – Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network w/Bluetooth

Are HP estimated shipping dates accurate?

Has anyone found a review of a similar laptop? Or does anyone have a similar laptop?

That was the only video card offered. I've never upgraded a laptop before. Is it as easy as a desktop? Can I eventually upgrade this card?

I'll post a review when it comes in.

 

not that i've seen since they've added the core duo variants. good choice BTW. i almost went that route but found mine on the small biz Web site and went that way...

not too many core duo reviews out there right now. too new to the market. they will start trickling-in over the next couple/few weeks as the reviewers get their hands on them and get some burn-in time with them.

please do post a review (even an 'informal' one) when you get yours --- it certainly helps others out there looking at that make/model and looking for information...

congrats on your choice and enjoy it!

 

Congrats! Same here, ordered a dv8000t and am impatiently awaiting delivery. Estimated on my lappy is 3/17 . This is my first notebook, so not sure how to "review" one, but I'll try to provide impressions nonetheless:

HP Pavilion dv8000t customizable Notebook PC

– Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition
– Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo processor T2500 (2.0 GHz)
– 17.0" WSXGA+ BrightView Wide Viewing (1680x1050)
– 128MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7400
– 1.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x512MB)
– 100 GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive
– LightScribe 8x DVD+/-RW&CD-RW Combo w/Double Layer
– Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network w/Bluetooth
– None
– 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
– Microsoft(R) Works/Money
– hpshopping in-box envelope

 

I ordered on 3rd and built date is by 15th so you are waiting almost week less!

 

Yes please share your experiences because as I mentioned in another topic i made, this is one laptop i am considering as my first laptop yet I didn't see many reviews of it

 

Oh yeah does anyone know if its possible to upgrade that video card in the future?

 

No, it's not possible.

 

when i ordered my customized zv6000, it took about 4-5 weeks from when i ordered it to actually receive it.

 

HP actually tends to over estimate on build time. My brother's V2000z shipped 2 days before the estimate, and took about 3-7 days to deliver. Overall, we're satisfied.

 

Awww, are there any laptops where that IS possible or in general with laptops is that not possible, because everything about that system seems good but theres less video ram: 128 instead of 256.. is that a huge deal....

 

It's very rare to find laptops that have upgradeable graphic cards. Those that do have something called MXM. However, even if they do have such a feature, manufacturers usually would not announce it, and replacement cards would be hard to find. Think about it: When you need better graphics, would manufacturers profit more off of selling a card, or selling a whole new computer? The fact that many notebook components are of a proprietary nature (usually due to the restricted amount of space) means that, more often than not, manufacturers can sell more computers due to obsolete specs.

 

^^The 7400 Go is using Nvidia's MXM setup, so it should be upgradable, but as others have told me, it will depend on other factors such as heat production, power consumption, and size.

 

Where does HP say they're using the MXM slot? It'd be very nice if they did use it but I don't think nVidia mandates it.

 

HP shipped my laptop in 2 days from China to Michigan. That's pretty darn fast.

I'd say that it takes on average 2-3 weeks from an order confirmation page for you to get your laptop. Your model is newer (and therefore, probably more in demand) so I'd say you'll get it in 3 weeks.

 

HP doesn't, I was looking at Nvidia's website...

http://www.nvidia.com/page/go_7300_faq.html

...check one of the FAQs about half-way down. Maybe not, or maybe? I don't know. The site made it sound like the 7400 will be MXM, but maybe HP has a say in it?

 

Actually it says just asus and other soon for the 7300 doesn't mention the 7400 on there at all yet.. so that gives us some hope. But the fact that it has 128mb of video ram vs there being ones with 256mb of video ram isnt that big of a deal is it, is 128 plenty or is it better to have 256?

 

well, what you know now! HP is offering 256MB Graphics Card by default instead 128 My shipment delayed yesterday, and just noticed this, so called them if I can upgrade since it's not ready yet anyway but I can't.


why the heck they had to delay 256mb card!

 

That's part of their master plan to make you a shopping.hp.com addict. You always go back there no matter how many laptops you have bought...

Btw, I just noticed that the 256mb card is actually 128mb dedicated and 128 shared. I'm pretty sure you have it too!

 

That really sucks for everyone that went ahead and bought it, I really feel your pain (I am waiting some more and looks like I'm glad I did!) But I am happy they went and changed to the 256mb, because that was about all that I didn't like when I was looking at this laptop.

Whats the difference between the normal video ram and "shared" video ram?

 

nah, I am feeling better after seeing 128 MB is shared and 128 MB is dedicated. as it's not 256MB Dedicated.

It's a huge difference since Video Card will have 128MB memory of its own and will share 128MB from system memory. Its not 258MB alone for videocard so very much same thing!

 

I am planning on ordering this tomorrow:

- dv8000t
- Windows XP MCE
- Intel Core Duo T2300 1.66
- WXGA 1440 x 900
- 256MB NVIDIA GeForce Go 7400
- 512 MB RAM
- 80 GB 5400 HD
- LightScribeCombo
- Wireless 3945 w/ bluetooth

So, build date on the shopping cart is March 29... So, should I not expect this till April 29?!!? LOL!

Either way, I am set on this model. Anyone receive their 8000t yet?

Aloha!

 

^^I'd like to know this myself as the estimated ship date for my dv8000t (3/17) has come and gone without any change in my order status

 

My build date was the 14th, I just late today, got my confirmation and tracking number... So I would take the date their giving you, and add up to 10 days from it..

 

my order built by date was 15th, and delayed to 20th.

 

Well, I hope that the wait is worth it. I really love that this one has the separate 10-key pad on the side... I work at a credit union training tellers... go figure! LOL! March 29 plus 10 is April 8? Hmmm I think I can do it... Oh plus a million days shipping time since I live i hawaii! hahaha!

 

^^ Thanks guys. Makes me feel a little better. Maybe I can ask for free overnight shipping now...

 

My build date was also the 17th.

I've twice called customer service. The first time they told me that the order status pages are only updated once a day (at 6:30pm est).

The second time I called they said that I would have my laptop within the 5-7 day shipping period from the original build date estimate. Based on information in other HP forums stating that 5-7 business day shipping often takes only two days, my laptop would have to ship no later than Friday, the 24th to arrive by Tuesday the 28th. Of course, this may just be a little too optimistic.

I must say that I'm not thrilled with my HP shopping experience. I doubt that they will allow me to "extend" payment dates as cavalierly as they extend build dates.

 

An official notification of delays:

"Due to production delays we will be unable to ship your order on the original
estimated ship date. The revised estimated ship date for your order is 3/23/2006
or no later than 7 business days from the original estimated ship date. If you
prefer not to wait you may cancel your order and receive a prompt refund
by either replying to this email message with your order number or
calling our toll-free customer service number at 866-288-1610 between
7:00 A.M. - 2:00 A.M. (ET) Monday through Friday or on Saturday between
10:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. (ET).

If we do not hear from you before we ship your order, we will assume you
have agreed to this shipment delay and still want your custom PC order.
We apologize for any inconvenience this delay may have caused and thank
you for your patience. Following this email you will receive a HP Home &
Home Office Store $50 coupon due to the delay of your order."

That's just great. I've already invested two weeks into this purchase. I need the laptop by the first week of April to work on-site with a client. If they can't guarantee that I'll have the laptop in time to work with my client I need to cancel my order and just go buy one. Seems a shame, as it's a nice laptop.

I asked to speak with someone else and was eventually told that I can complain at their "contact us" page. I'm going to give that a shot.

This is really souring me on HP. I hope this is an isolated event.

 

Well, I just tried to order it online and I CAN'T! I have to call in my order! What do I do now...? Grr!

 

Why can't you?

 

existentist, you're not alone, just got the same email. Be comforted in the fact, though, that my email doesn't even give me an ETA! Mine says 10 days from the original ship date, which is at least 3/27, or "as soon as it is built". :/

I'm gonna patiently wait I guess. At least I can afford a spare battery now w/ the $50 coupon...

 

Awww shucks, I just CALLED IN my order. The sales representative was actually very good... and I train employees on customer service! However, I am sure that customer service won't help my dv8000t's build and ship times... Although it did give the phone sales department a star in my book. LOL!

Well, the wait begins... Trudging along with you all...

Aloha!

 

Finally I see a Tracking Number

Regarding long wait for recent orders, its worth waiting for, it sucks but its worth it. I waited about 3 months! First I had ordered zd8000 and received in january than sent it back and re ordered waited again and received it in feb. sent back - Wireless Card 54G wasn't working with our network (only on these 2 laptops) in first and 2nd both, no one figuter out why including hp. So Finally I wanted Intel Wireless card and got it in dv8000. I am the guy who uses computer as long as I am up and not sleeping and use it for averge of 15 hours a Day since last 5 years so it was tought but when I retunred 2 times, I experienced good service and computer quality was better than other I tried, so just wanted to wait it out!

 

I'm sorely tempted to cancel and to order something else; but this is a **** good system. I'll hold off on cancelling it until the last weekend of this month.

I hope it's worth it.

Plus I just found out that with an education discount, I get 6% off. That and the coupon should help.

However, I was a bit put off by the customer service. They did not seem to be sincere..."there's nothing we can do." Meh.

I'll let you if it ships on the 23rd.

 

Hmm. The HP order status page displays the date as March 23. China's already over the dateline. Will the laptop ship "today"? Has anyone else dealt with dateline issues?

 

Finally got mine just this morning! (my estimated ship date was March 14th), it didn't ship until the 19th, so 5 days after it's due date.

 

nice! please tell how us how you like it, any cons pros etc. if you have a digi, some pictures would be nice too. any feedback would be sweet

 

I'm working on it

Will likely snap some shots tomorrow, just getting to sit down with it now. And I'll put up some info on it as well.

 

I just ordered mine today!! It is a great system. Built date is April 12th.

My Specs:
- HP Pavilion dv8000t CTO NB
- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition
- Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo processor T2500 (2.0 GHz)
- 17.0" WSXGA+ BrightView Widescreen (1680x1050)
- 256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7400
- 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x1024MB)
- 100 GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive
- FREE Upgrade to LightScribe Combo w/Double Layer!!
- Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network w/Bluetooth
- HP ExpressCard Analog TV Tuner w/remote control
- 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
- Microsoft(R) Works/Money
- Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition Backup CD

Here is more information and pictures of its sister the dv8000z with an AMD Processor

 

Is RAM 533 or 667MHz? Is 667MHz RAM supported?

 

it says its 533 on their website, I'm interested to know too

 

yes 667 is supported but since the only 667mhz ram out is cas 5. the extra money u spend isnt worth it. just get some good 533mhz like
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820227110

 

The HP site says SDRAM, as in normal desktop RAM, versus SO-DIMM, right? Or am I just confused?

 

Yeah, you are confused, SDRAM and SODIMM arent the same. SODIMM is the memory outline or format used in laptops. In desktops they are just called as DIMM's. SDRAM is just synchronous dynamic random access memory which is capable of syncing with the bus speed. This is used in almost all memory no matter whether they are used in desktops or laptops.

The dv8000t uses 200 pin DDR2 533/667MHz SODIMM and you shouldnt have any problem running either of these.

 

Ah, it has finally shipped.

Original Date: 17th
Actual Date: 23rd

Anyone have an idea of how long it takes to get through customs?

 

Gotcha.

Thanks a lot for the clarification miner

 

I ordered a DV800T on 3/9 and the estimated ship date I was given was 3/28 but I received a notice this morning from HP that it has just shipped--five days early! I went with the 2-day delivery so I hope to see it on Monday.

I went with the higher resolution screen instead of the Ultra bright and I hope I made the right choice. I'm disappointed that they don't offer two 120GB drives with the Core Duo, only 100GB's. They do offer the bigger drives with the AMD CPU, so why not this one? Here's what I ordered:

- HP Pavilion dv8000t CTO NB
- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional with SP2
- Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo processor T2500 (2.0 GHz)
- 17.0" WSXGA+ BrightView Wide Viewing (1680x1050)
- 128MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7400
- 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x1024MB)
- 200 GB 5400 RPM SATA Dual Hard Drive (100 GB x 2)
- LightScribe 8x DVD+/-RW&CD-RW Combo w/Double Layer
- Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network w/Bluetooth
- 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery

I've never had a high-end notebook before; this will be my first. I've always used Dell Inspirons.

 

Quick question, the laptop tracking number has 12 digits, while the other tracking numbers have had 15. Is a 12 digit laptop tracking number common, or will I see a new number after the lappy clears customs?

 

Guys, I got mine yesterday. I have the XP Media Center SP2. The NVidia graphics driver seems to be having some problems -- I was running HP's diagnostics software, and it crashed when it came to the Graphics Card diagnostics. Anyone had a similar problem?

 

someone take some pictures and help these guys out! =]