Just Ordered my HP dv5t!

I'm stoked! Been looking for about a month now, here is what I picked up today:

HP Pavilion Entertainment dv5t customizable Notebook PC
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.4 GHz)
15.4" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Webcam Only
HP Color Matching Keyboard
FREE Upgrade to Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN from 802.11b/g WLAN
No High speed 56K modem port
SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
No TV Tuner w/remote control
High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

Price..................$903.99 + Tax = $978.57 SHIPPED!

Found a $400 off coupon on slickdeals.net (NB6997 (limit 2700 uses)).

Gonna upgrade RAM off Newegg. Any recomendations? Thanks!

 

omg that is one sick price for the specs!!!!!!!!!! congratulations!!

 

Nice find on the coupon! Config looks great

 

Any recomendations for cheap RAM for my dv5t?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227251

 

I bought it too.

HP Pavilion Entertainment dv5t customizable Notebook PC
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26 GHz)
15.4" diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)
3GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
[For BrightView Infinity] Webcam + Fingerprint Reader
HP Color Matching Keyboard
Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN and Bluetooth(TM)
No High speed 56K modem port
SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
No TV Tuner w/remote control
6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

Price: $899.99 Shipped: $986.74

 

How do you get that coupon? Where is it?

 

Its in the first post of the thread (NB6997), I believe it is only valid for the first 2000 uses. The code is entered during the third step of the checkout process before submitting your order.

 

This is the same EXACT specs that I just ordered. My total was $10 bucks b/c of CA horrible 8.25% tax (they are even possibly going to increase it). As for the ram I hear people talkin abot the 4gb ocz ram from newegg.. I was thinkin about the g.skill cuz it didn't have any rebates.

 

That's a very nice deal. Check out my DV7t review.

 

I really want to order one of these but I live in the UK .

1. They don't ship outside the USA
2. There isnt a HP shopping customization site in the UK

Anything I can do? any options ?

 

Do you still get the $100 instant rebate with the $400 coupon?

 

Just thought I would add my name to the list of people who purchased this system....

HP Pavilion Entertainment dv5t customizable Notebook PC

* Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
* Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.4 GHz)
* 15.4" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
* FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
* 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
* 160GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
* Webcam Only
* HP Color Matching Keyboard
* FREE Upgrade to Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN from 802.11b/g WLAN
* No High speed 56K modem port
* SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
* No TV Tuner w/remote control
* High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
* Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
* HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

Total price (including shipping) = $1,011.23

I could have actually gotten this computer for around 950, but I chose the 7200 rpm HDD, so that added 50ish to the order. I don't exactly order computers very often, so I am not sure if most folks know this....but I was surprised to learn that the 1299.99 and up coupon deal could include tax (in other words, as long as the machine comes to 1299.99 AFTER tax, you can get the discount). I specifically went back and re-did some of my choices, because I found out I could save around another 80 backs on stuff I had been adding to get the system to 1299.99 pre-tax.

 

The new HP notebooks are selling fast!

 

Indeed. I had spent a good few days (as in, entire days....off work and done with school now) looking around for computers, and I really was leaning towards a 600 or 700 dollar computer. I went into actual stores, shopped online, consulted with tech people I know...the whole deal. However, the more I thought about it all the more I have come to think that if I am going to spend 600 or 700 dollars on a small notebook with basic features, I might as well drop another 300 on a hoss notebook (by my standards at least) and offset that by picking up some overtime at work.

Kudos to this site though for reviews, forum posts, and the info on the coupon....400 bucks off...still can't believe it.

 

I just ordered on as well

* Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
* Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.4 GHz)
* 15.4" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
* FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
* 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
* FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
* Webcam Only
* HP Color Matching Keyboard
* FREE Upgrade to Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN from 802.11b/g WLAN
* No High speed 56K modem port
* SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
* No TV Tuner w/remote control
* High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
* Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
* HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope
+1year extended warrenty for 1013$

Hope this thing smokes my m1530.
Can anyone point me in the direction of some good ram to get for this?
thanks

 

No, as the coupon is not stackable unlike the 5% Off one that they are running....

 

I think the coupon has been all used up. I just tried to order one and didn't get the $400 of at checkout. Lame.

 

The coupon is not used up. I just tried it out and its still working. Make sure you have a regular account with no special discounts (student, faculty, etc etc) and the base price of the laptop is over 1,299.

 

ok sweet i'll try again, i was logged into app.

 

Can't believe it but I just ordered one too! First laptop ever. Had same desktop since 2002. So I have been waiting and could not decide on power of a desktop vs. amazingness of a laptop. I decided laptop then I could not decide between 17" and 15.4". Finallly I decided 15.4 and this deal was very good. Not the 500 off 1399 but still close enough. This thing is fully loaded and a great price!!!! Cant wait!!

HP Pavilion Entertainment dv5t customizable Notebook PC
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (32-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9400 (2.53 GHz)
15.4" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Webcam + Fingerprint Reader
HP Color Matching Keyboard
FREE Upgrade to Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN from 802.11b/g WLAN
No High speed 56K modem port
SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
HP Integrated HDTV Hybrid Tuner
High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

Instant discounts you received:
$400.00 Coupon NB6997

Order subtotal $1,128.99

Total with taxes: $1,196.73

I went with 32-bit windows because I just see too many compatibility problems with 64 bit right now even though it is getting better. Also, decided with higher resolution screen which I was not originally going to do. Any opinions on the screen?

 

This better be here tomorrow morning cause I'm def ordering this tomorrow

 

FAZZ! That's a killer deal. You even got the hi-cap 6 cell and TV Tuner.

 

Thanks man - I ve been lookin to get a tv tuner in any computer I got so I couldnt pass it up! And I decided with the high capacity battery to make sure it doesnt run out like some people claim. Infamous - do you have any insight into the whole 64-bit issue? Have you run into any problems with program compatibility - even small ones? And last - did you order Ultimate with your laptop or upgraded after? Thanks.

 

I got Ultimate 64 bit with the laptop preinstalled by HP.

I've only had one compatibility issue and that was with a certain VPN program which isn't well known. I know there are ways around it but that was it. I have never had a device incompatibility issue and those are supposed to be common with 64 bit.

AND relax. Don't be afraid by the term 64 bit. It still has a built in emulator to run 32 bit programs. Life is all about taking risks.

As for the screen, you made a pretty good choice. Usually 1680x1050 is a 17" screen resolution, at least for notebooks. Everything will be very crisp and clear. Having that many pixels on a 15" screen will be crazy. You're gonna enjoy playing games and watching movies on it.

You should go run out and buy COD4 or Vegas 2. Both run very decent with the 9600m GT.

 

Ordered August 11th.

Shipped today, August 15th.

 

That's pretty darn quick Bill!

 

FedEx update shows its out for delivery today, August 18th.

Time to deal with the heat issues!

 

Wow! Thats super fast build/shipping time, congrats!

I cant wait for the pics, billiton

I personally think the heating issues are over-exaggerated, I mean all laptops give off heat - some just do it better than others

 

Agreed. I'm prepared either way, haha.

I also called HP to price match the 5% stackable coupon. So the lappy is going to end up costing me $858 + tax. Saved about $50 more.

 

wait, you were able to use the 400$ coupon on top of the 5%? **** you are really lucky. First fast shipping then this??? I ordered mine on the 12th and the build date is the 21st!

 

Got my laptop, it runs really warm and I'm not even doing anything on it at the moment.

Heat treatment here I come!

 

I got a ship date of the 21st also. Might have to look at ordering the Zalman notebook cooler along with my ram kit tonight

 

This thing is running very very hot right now. I'm tempted to return it, but the price I paid of $850 is such a bargain.

Any ideas on keeping it cool? Different drivers?

 

If you use it on your lap then get a notebook cooler. The heat won't cause any lack of performance, at least with the temperatures mentioned.

 

i just bought mine from costco too..

its going to take sometime since i live in the middle east, around the world shipping!!

hope it arrives around the first of September, cant wait!!

here are the specs..

* Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9400 (2.53 GHz)
* FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
* FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
* 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
* Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN and Bluetooth(TM)
* 15.4" diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)
* Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
* Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
* High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
* HP Color Matching Keyboard
* No High speed 56K modem port
* SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
* Webcam + Fingerprint Reader
* No TV Tuner w/remote control

and i really like to thank the guys in notebook review, awesome community, helped me decide..

Hp are making tons of cash right now..

 

yes, but the price-for-specs deal we all are getting from HP is a steal

 

What specs are you running?

Like I stated in the dv5t thread, my dv5t with 9600m GT compared to my girlfriends dv5t with integrated gfx is like night and day. Her notebook stays so cool, mine gets real warm.

 

cosign. i think the drop in prices is attributed to the up and coming USB 3.0 improvements as well as the trend in moving towards SSD's.... so this is a really good time to get an insane laptop that will be good for the next couple of years.

the deal on desktops is not as huge as the drop in laptop prices, so laptops, imo, are the way to go.

 

Yeah I read your post on a different thread about it. This is what I'm running:

HP Pavilion Entertainment dv5t customizable Notebook PC
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8600 (2.4 GHz)
15.4" diagonal WSXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1680 x 1050)
FREE Upgrade to 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 1GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
FREE Upgrade to 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Webcam Only
HP Color Matching Keyboard
FREE Upgrade to Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN from 802.11b/g WLAN
No High speed 56K modem port
SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
No TV Tuner w/remote control
High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Microsoft(R) Works 9.0

Got it all for $850 + tax and free shipping. Too cheap to return!