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    HP dv6t, dv7t Select Edition / Quad Edition (6XXX series) order status discussion

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Karant-rex, Apr 16, 2011.

  1. taxmantoo

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    taxmantoo, Apr 20, 2011
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    The dv6 is the new generation (6770), I believe the dv7 is last years model
     
    nicksavop, Apr 20, 2011
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  3. KaiGaming

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    i sort of gave up my hope, mine was supposed to be shipped by today and it's the middle of the day and no email/notification from HP yet. :(
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 20, 2011
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    If only they didn't make the quick ships then we would all have ours right now...
     
    fcw0, Apr 20, 2011
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    1st date: 4/11
    2nd date: 4/19
    3rd date: 5/02

    dv7t Quad Ed
    • Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
    • 2nd generation Intel(R) Quad Core(TM) i7-2630QM (2.0 GHz, 6MB L3 Cache) w/Turbo Boost up to 2.9 GHz
    • 1GB Radeon(TM) HD 6770M GDDR5 Graphics [HDMI, VGA]
    • FREE Upgrade to 6GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
    • 640GB 7200RPM Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
    • No Additional Office Software
    • FREE Upgrade to Norton Internet Security(TM) 2011 - 15 Month Subscription (activation required)
    • High Capacity 6-Cell Lithium-Ion Battery (standard) - Up to 5.5 hours of battery life +++
    • 17.3" diagonal HD+ HP BrightView LED Display (1600 x 900)
    • FREE Upgrade to Blu-ray player & SuperMulti DVD burner
    • HP TrueVision HD Webcam with Integrated Digital Microphone and HP SimplePass Fingerprint Reader
    • Intel 802.11b/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth(R)
    • Standard Keyboard
    • HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

    $739.21 :D
    When I got my latest discount, I tried to buy 10 more at this price. No go. :(
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 20, 2011
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  6. Binarygeek

    Binarygeek Notebook Enthusiast

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    Stay with Norton. By far, the best in the business. Quick loading, low resources.
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 20, 2011
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  7. Binarygeek

    Binarygeek Notebook Enthusiast

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    The DV7-4295us is indeed a last generation computer. Still has the single E-Sata port. No USB3 ports,
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 20, 2011
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  8. team79

    team79 Notebook Guru

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    As best I can tell. I had purchased a dv7-4290us and got HP's recall notice I received the dv7-4295us replacement about two weeks ago.

    What I’ve read is that the system's with defective chipsets had serial numbers below 108 (i.e. CNFnnn) systems with serial numbers above 108 are said to be the revised chipset.
     
    team79, Apr 20, 2011
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  9. Tahoe1

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    What was your order date?
     
    Tahoe1, Apr 20, 2011
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    It was a 33% coupon and topped by the 10% delay. I was stupid to ask the RAM discount and first delay discount before the coupon (I originally had a different one) so $65 was defaulted with the 33%. But it was a good deal overall even with the $74 tax.

    If I recall it right, someone managed to complain enough to bring the price down of a much better spec laptop to $56x somewhere in the forum.
     
    satire99, Apr 20, 2011
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  11. Binarygeek

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    Order date was March 26.
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 20, 2011
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  12. Xpert37

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    I thought the 33% off coupon only applies to dv6t and not dv7t, which is what you have. Curious on how you would be able to apply that to your order.
     
    Xpert37, Apr 21, 2011
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  13. Bag3l

    Bag3l Notebook Evangelist

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    Attempt to claim the price difference. I successfully got $50 off my unit post arrival.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 21, 2011
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    It works for both quad editions too, if you try them on the website.
     
    apav, Apr 21, 2011
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    Howdy everyone!

    I probably should have consulted with you all first about my order even before placing my order, but I wanted to make sure the coupon didn't expire. (Stupid decision? Hopefully not.)

    Anyhow, I just submitted my order. Not confirmed yet, but here's what I got on a dv6t:

    • 2nd generation Intel(R) Dual Core(TM) i5-2540M (2.6GHz, 3MB L3 Cache) with Turbo Boost up to 3.3 GHz
    • 1GB GDDR5 Radeon(TM) HD 6770M Graphics [HDMI, VGA]
    • FREE Upgrade to 6GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
    • 640GB 7200RPM Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
    • 50% OFF!! One 6-Cell and One 9-Cell Lithium-Ion Battery
    • 15.6" diagonal High Definition HP BrightView LED Display (1366x768)
    • LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support

    I also purchased Norton and Microsoft Office because I'm a born-again-PC-er. My Macbook (Late 2006 model) is still hanging in there. Hopefully it'll stick around til...

    Estimated Build Date: May 19, 2011
     
    pantiekeys, Apr 21, 2011
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  16. thompson90

    thompson90 Notebook Geek

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    Is there a reason why you went with an i5 instead of an i7 cpu?
     
    thompson90, Apr 21, 2011
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  17. PowerThroughLove

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    Looks fine. Most of us got an i7 but the reality is we almost all wont need that much power. Saving a few bucks on the i5 is fine imo.
     
    PowerThroughLove, Apr 21, 2011
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  18. taxmantoo

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    The upgrades eat up a lot of the savings of buying an SE over a QE. The 2540m is a $100 option. The 6770m is a $125 option. With the QE, you'd get a 2630qm included and pay $25 for the 6770m. You'd also save $20 on the hard drive, for a $220 difference.

    From what I'm seeing, your config is worth 1339 before coupons. The base QE is $1150. Throw in 6770m, Office Home, 3 year Norton and two batteries and I get $1369.

    At 30% off, your system is $937.
    At 33% off, the QE is $917.

    I would cancel the SE and order the QE for $20 less in a heartbeat. Make sure the 33% is still good on the QE before you cancel the SE. The only reason I might keep the SE is if you want to use Intel Wireless Display, the i7-2630qm for some reason is not in Intel's list of supported CPUs for WiDi. Oh, and if you register for fatwallet.com, and link to HP.com through fatwallet's cashback link, you'd get 3.6% of that $917 back in a month or two. If you have an American Express business card, charge it to that and get an extra year of warranty and 5% of the after tax total credited to your bill.
     
    taxmantoo, Apr 21, 2011
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  19. pfati333

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    this f*cking wait sucks.......

    i was almost certain i'd have my laptop before spring break even with a delay.....

    here i am....... spring break is almost over..... no dv7

    :(
     
    pfati333, Apr 21, 2011
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  20. gscavezze

    gscavezze Notebook Enthusiast

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    lol, wouldn't you know it. Left the house for 30 minutes to take the kids to daycare and get the car inspected. Check the status while waiting for my car and they tried to deliver it at 8:00 am a day early. Oh well, just have to wait until 4:00 pm to pick it up. :)
     
    gscavezze, Apr 21, 2011
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  21. jordyne409

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    When did you order?
     
    jordyne409, Apr 21, 2011
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  22. MyFishWagon

    MyFishWagon Notebook Consultant

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    Ahh...congrats, must be nice. :cool:
     
    MyFishWagon, Apr 21, 2011
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  23. Rigwald

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    Total opposite! Go with Avast. Norton is a resource hog compared to Avast!
     
    Rigwald, Apr 21, 2011
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  24. MyFishWagon

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    How does Avast compare to AVG ?

    Thanks
     
    MyFishWagon, Apr 21, 2011
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  25. Binarygeek

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    That was Norton about 4 years ago. #1 by Maximum PC again...3rd year running. I believe the current issue has another anti-virus program face-off. Read it.
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 21, 2011
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    How does Norton compare to Kaspersky?
     
    Xpert37, Apr 21, 2011
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    Damned if I know
     
    MyFishWagon, Apr 21, 2011
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    I was wondering if I should keep the free Norton or instal AVG which is what I use normally. In the past Norton was horrible, but if Maximum PC says their good again I'll give them a try.

    Was the rating an overall one? I wonder who ranks best at threat detection.
     
    socalshaun, Apr 21, 2011
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  29. Rigwald

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    I've always been happy with Avast. Avast is also free for non-commercial use.

    I have cleaned up many co-workers' laptops that have run sluggishly. The switch to Avast from Norton has always greatly improved performance while still offering excellent security.
     
    Rigwald, Apr 21, 2011
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  30. Binarygeek

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    For Norton Internet Security, I believe in 2009 it was a 9/Kick-As*. I think this month it was a 9.

    I maintain a 25 computer business. All with Norton Internet Security.

    http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/ultimate_antivirus_guide_10_top_programs_reviewed
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 21, 2011
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    Give me Microsoft Security Essentials anyday. free, very lightweight, integrates perfectly with the OS.
     
    PowerThroughLove, Apr 21, 2011
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    I use a combination of Avast and Commodo. I know it redundant, but it works well. I have not have any real issue in the recent past. Also note that I do some 'questionable' things and I remain same.
     
    speedking261, Apr 21, 2011
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  33. Ramiman82

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    Ok I ordered my dv6t-se on 4/1 and my estimated build date was 4/18. I call them on 4/19 to complain and it it left shanghai today (4/21). People asked me which number I called. Here it is : 1 888 917-8092.

    All I had to do was be understanding and tell them that I knew that they had problems with parts coming in from Japan and that stocks were low but that it was unacceptable from hp to take so long to build a computer. I also kinda told them I work for pixar and that I have important 3d rendering to do and that I had a meeting abroad in 1 week lol.

    Well after that, the rep was apologetic and said he would immediately move me to the priority list. :)

    Ramiman
     
    Ramiman82, Apr 21, 2011
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  34. MyFishWagon

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    lol, love it. Dont think your rep knew Pixar only uses Mac. (as the animation studio is partly owned by El Jobs)

    either way, congrats !
     
    MyFishWagon, Apr 21, 2011
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  35. Nerdium

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    16 april: Purchase, estimated delivery 5 may
    19 april: New estimated delivery 2 May
    21 april: Shipped, estimated delivery 26 April

    I live in Sweden btw.
    Dv7 / 2630qm / 6770 / 500Gb / 6Gb / DVD
     
    Nerdium, Apr 21, 2011
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    WOW! Color me jealous on such a fast turnaround! Congrats dood.
     
    drbugs, Apr 21, 2011
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  37. Schnit

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    Anyone get shipping notices for non-quickship models?

    I'd really like to know when my 3/21 order is going to ship :(
     
    Schnit, Apr 21, 2011
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    Ill let you know when my 3/17 ships. Then you can probably get an idea -
     
    MyFishWagon, Apr 21, 2011
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    Wow! I am jealous as well. My order date for the dv6tqe was April 10, estimated ship May 3.

    How'd you pull this off? Are you a diplomat or something? An HP executive? :confused:
     
    Tahoe1, Apr 21, 2011
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    Put in my order for a dv6tqe on the 18th, yesterday the status was updated to "In Production". Estimated to start shipping on the 10th. 3 weeks seems a little much to wait for a computer to be slapped together in a factory, but I don't mind as long as it works when I get it.
     
    scy1192, Apr 21, 2011
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  41. PowerThroughLove

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    How the heck are poeple ordering in April getting computers now. There are LOTS of people from March still waiting, what the hell.
     
    PowerThroughLove, Apr 21, 2011
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    I'm wondering that as well, and even though I'm sure there's no credibility in what CSRs say, I was specifically told by one that anyone ordering in April will not receive their laptops by their quoted April date...
     
    sitara867, Apr 21, 2011
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    Dang, such as me! March 26th here, and I have to agree with you. But I think the pricing makes it worth it...to me.
     
    Binarygeek, Apr 21, 2011
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    In case you haven't noticed, There has been a bit of a delay.
     
    dleonard1122, Apr 21, 2011
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  45. taxmantoo

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    Has anybody else received this without an offer of 10% off if they do call in and renew their order?

     
    taxmantoo, Apr 21, 2011
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  46. taxmantoo

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    "In Production" means your credit card charge went through or your 'Bill me later' credit line was approved.
     
    taxmantoo, Apr 21, 2011
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    being lazy, I put it into beyond compare, and it has exactly one line missing (and the estimated date)

    "Due to the additional delay we would like to offer you a 10% discount off of your custom built computer.
    Please accept our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience this additional delay has caused. We thank you for your patience."


    I got that email 19th april. If you call mention the line, make no mention of it not being in there.

    Good luck!
     
    drbugs, Apr 21, 2011
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  48. zzyz

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    Yes, on the two delay notices received after receiving the notice containing the 10% discount. These were sent four days apart and signed by different individuals, but showed the same ship date.
     
    zzyz, Apr 21, 2011
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  49. KaiGaming

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    new delay is 25th :O from 20th not bad...expecting more delays though. Yipee!!!
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 21, 2011
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    I actually only my 19th of april ship date was delayed cause I called. I still have not received an email. They did however take off the 10% and also credited me back for the 2 day shipping that I paid for. BTW ordered March 23
    DV7tqe 2630 | 6770 | 8GB | 160SSD w/ 500GB 7200rpm| 6cell| bluetooth

    My new ship date is May 3rd. Go figure.
    To bad I needed the laptop on the 14th of April.
    I mean at this point I am at $1014 now with all the credits but still. I'm pretty close to canceling. I just can't seem to find another laptop that is close to this that I like.
     
    fission, Apr 21, 2011
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