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As the Santa Rosas come out, will it be more than the current C2Ds? Because you can't have all new products being steadily more expensive than the last can you? that'd just inflate the price. So are the Santa Rosas replacing the laptop line? And even if they don't sell for the same price, would this mean that the current C2D line will get cheaper?

Think they'll release a higher resolution? And they probably won't change the design would they?

 

I wish HP would announce an Intel TX1000.

 

the santa rosa is just a new platform but core 2 duo will be used
its put in place replacing the current 945 chipsets and so on
it has an increased FSB of 800mhz which will dramatically improve performance and will increase multi tasking capability
prices are expected to rise as initial stock isnt going to be enough for the huge demand for them as many scramble to get their hands on these updated systems along with the DX10 GPUs which is another good reason people fins to upgrade to a new system from their existing systems

 

The current dv2XXX/6XXX/9XXX may disappear from the website, but I guess it depends on how many parts are left from the old platform.

If you have noticed, the C500T is still being offered on the Compaq side, which is nothing more than a watered down version of the previous generation V5000t. Apparently they still have some parts left after all of this time.

 

thus the numerous sales at quite consumr pleasing prices of which the main aim is to finish the leftoverstock before th arrival of the new ones

 

Well, I'm certainly not seeing any deals on the HP site right now. I bought a dv2000t CTO off of them April 19 for $1,098. That same machine would cost almost $300 more if I ordered it right now.

 

in that case either they have done away with their stock which i presume must be over
or then again they would continue sellig their current products even after the centrino pro release

 

My guess is that you will still see some of the old config systems in retail stores but direct from HP will be the 965. I also think that nVidia will have some graphics options on HP.com before retailers will get their hands on it. I am hoping for a discrete on the 2500 series.

 

Yeah, it would be nice if they had a wee stronger option than a 128MB Go 7200 in the 14.1 notebooks (provided the dv2000t's thermal properties could allow anything more).

 

Oh good point.. I definitely believe they'll replace the current lineup entirely

 

Do we have any indication when these will be available? I'm about to buy a new notebook (either an dell m90 or hp nx9420) and I'm considering buying now but I might be able to hold out until late June if it makes sense to.

 

Well, the general consensus around here seems to be around May 9th (for the consumer line anyway). Seeing as there are already a few Santa Rosa HPs in NewEgg's possession, it may very well be likely.

 

It looks like the compaq line is right around the corner.

http://www.engadget.com/2007/05/07/hp-set-to-release-yet-more-santa-rosa-based-laptops/

 

I just found this:

Source.

Seems like -b(basic?), -p(proffesional?), and -w(workstation?) replaces nx-, nc-, and nw-, respectively. But it's a bit strange that both 17" models have professional GPU's. They'll probably add ATI 2600 as an option (the nx9420 can have a NVIDIA Quadro NVS 510M according to both HP and nVidia, though I've never seen it being sold). Guess we haven't seen all the facts yet.

 

yheaa, so many choices.

With compaq on bluray and HP on HDDVD, looks like they got both sides covered.

I still like the HP line more.

 

Yea what is the update on the release? I am about to pull the trigger on the business line ones since they are already out. I just cant customize like I want

 

Tomorrow Intel announces, but not until afternoon, and that's technically when manufacturers can start selling.

 

SO is there any info on pricing yet?

 

Just finished chatting with an HP CSR, according to "Marilyn" HP will release Santa Rosa NBs tomorrow for sure:

10:00:40 AM SystemSystem
Marilyn has joined this session!

10:00:40 AM SystemSystem
Connected with Marilyn

10:00:45 AM AgentMarilyn
Thank you for contacting the HP Home & Home Office Store chat.

10:00:53 AM AgentMarilyn
My name is Marilyn, How are you today?

10:01:03 AM Customer
Good I have a question, Will I be able to order the dv6500t (with the finger reader) tomorrow?

10:01:31 AM AgentMarilyn
Great Choice!

10:02:06 AM AgentMarilyn
It will be launched tomorrow.

10:02:33 AM Customer
Will I be able to order it in the morning?

10:02:34 AM AgentMarilyn
Yes, You can order it tomorrow online from our website.

10:02:45 AM AgentMarilyn
Please hold while I look for the information you requested.

10:03:51 AM AgentMarilyn
Thank you for your patience.

10:04:36 AM AgentMarilyn
I do not have the exact information if it has a finger reader, I would request you once it is launched you will be able to see the information about it.

10:04:54 AM Customer
ok, Do you know what the graphic card options will be?

10:05:21 AM AgentMarilyn
You can order it anytime tomorrow after is available on our website.

10:05:51 AM AgentMarilyn
I am really very sorry but right now I do not have any information regarding it.

10:06:17 AM AgentMarilyn
I am sure, It will meet all your needs.

10:06:27 AM Customer
Ok, Thank you.

 

Such a tease!! haha

 

Thanks for posting the info from the log.

 

http://www.buy.com/prod/HP_DV9535US_HP_PAVILION_DV9535US/q/loc/101/204413749.html

HP DV9535US Pavilion Entertainment Notebook PC

Processor: Intel Centrino Duo processor technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7300
Processor Speed: 2.00 GHz
Processor Cache: 4 MB L2 Cache
Bus Speed: 800MHz FSB
Memory: 2048MB DDR2 System Memory 2 Dimm
Max supported equals 2048MB
Accessible Memory Slots: 2
Video Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 shared
Hard Drive: 160GB/ 5400RPM Hard Drive SATA

Finish and Features: HP Imprint Finish, HP Pavilion WebCam with Integrated
Microphone and Integrated Fingerprint Reader
Multimedia Drive: LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD positive/negative R/RW with Double Layer Support
Display: 17.0 Inch WXGA plus High Definition BrightView Widescreen Display 1440 x 900
Network Card: Integrated 10/100BASE T Ethernet LAN/ RJ-45 connector
Wireless Option: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

Digital Media: 5 in 1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards,
MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
Fax/Modem: High speed 56k modem
Audio: Altec Lansing

Keyboard: 101 key compatible
Notebook keyboard with scroll bar and integrated numeric keypad
2 Quick Launch Buttons HP Quick Play Menu and DVD
Pointing Device: Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll
Up/Down pad
PC Card Slots: 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot also supports ExpressCard/34

External Notebook Ports: 3 Universal Serial Bus, USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out, 1 microphone in, 1 VGA 15 pin, 1 TV Out S video, 1 RJ-11 modem, 1 RJ-45 LAN, 1 notebook expansion port 3, 1 IEEE 1394 Firewire 4 pin, 1 Consumer IR

Security: Kensington MicroSaver lock slot,
Power on password, Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Power: 65W AC Adapter, 8 Cell Lithium Ion battery

Operating System: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium

Part Number: RV093UA#ABA



Buy.com Total Price: $1,478.99
http://www.buy.com/prod/HP_DV9525US_HP_PAVILION_DV9525US/q/loc/273/204413748.html

HP DV9525US Pavilion Entertainment Notebook PC

Processor: Intel Centrino Duo processor technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7100
Processor Speed: 1.80 GHz
Processor Cache: 2 MB L2 Cache
Bus Speed: 800MHz FSB

Memory: 1024MB DDR2 System Memory 2 Dimm
Max supported equals 2048MB

Accessible Memory Slots: 2
Video Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 shared
Hard Drive: 160GB/ 5400RPM Hard Drive SATA
Finish and Features: HP Imprint Finish and HP Pavilion WebCam with Integrated
Microphone
Multimedia Drive: LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD plus/minus R/RW with Double Layer Support

Display: 17.0 Inch WXGA plus High Definition BrightView Widescreen Display
1440 x 900

Network Card: Integrated 10/100BASE T Ethernet LAN/ RJ-45 connector
Wireless Option: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

Digital Media: 5 in 1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards,
MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards

Fax/Modem: High speed 56k modem
Audio: Altec Lansing
Keyboard: 101 key compatible
Notebook keyboard with scroll bar and integrated numeric keypad
2 Quick Launch Buttons HP Quick Play Menu and DVD
Pointing Device: Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad

PC Card Slots: 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot also supports ExpressCard/34

Ports: 4 Universal Serial Bus, USB 2.0,
2 Headphone out, 1 microphone in, 1 VGA 15 pin, 1 TV Out S video, 1 RJ-11 modem, 1 RJ-45 LAN, 1 notebook expansion port 3,
1 IEEE 1394 Firewire 4 pin, 1 Consumer IR

Security: Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, Power on passwordm, Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Power: 65W AC Adapter, 8 Cell Lithium Ion battery

Operating System: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium

Part Number: RV092UA#ABA



Buy.com Total Price: $1,282.99

 

I wish HP would give you the option for 7200RPM hard drives and wxga+ screen on the 14" model.

 

So will this Santa Rosa come in the 14.1 size? Will I be able to get that student discount one these?

 

Yep, it will be the dv2500 model.

 

What happened to the HDMI out on the 9500? The 9000 has it, did they just get rid of it for the refresh? that seems hard to believe...

also, is this 8600M as powerful as say a 7600go or something like that? or do we still not know this?

 

Yea, what is this 8600M. Is it like intregrated processor. Other than my confusion over this, these laptops look vERY nice.

 

The 8600M is rumored to be more powerful than the current Go 7600. The 8400M is also supposed to be as powerful as the 7600.

It appears that nVidia is dropping the "go" label and replacing it with an "M" on all their mobile GPU's from this point on.

 

I've heard a few people say the 8600M is supposed to be comparable in performance to the 7900GS, which would be pretty impressive.

 

I can't get an x1900 in the 19" biz notebook?

 

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en/sm/WF06a/321957-321957-64295-321838-3329741-3355678.html

The 8510p is up on their website already. Stupid "coming soon" tag though. Also I wonder how the x2600 will perform.

 

HDMI is still there on the 9500. You can see it on the left side if you zoom in.

 

Do we have any idea if HP is actually going to release a dedicated graphics card option with their new dvx5xx series?

 

according to Cnet, it'll be about a month or so...

 

Are you sure? If the graphic card is integrated, then no HDMI. I just looked at the specs of the new DV9500 with the X3100. It only has 3 USB ports and no HDMI. All I have to say is I am glad I bought the DV9207 for the price I paid.

 

That's a good point. I guess I would go with what the specs say on that one.

 

What is the link for this article?

 

http://reviews.cnet.com/HP_Pavilion_dv9500t/4505-3121_7-32432739.html?tag=box

 

Does that also mean that the old dv 9000, 6000 series gets phased out in like a month or so? or do they just receive a price reduction?

 

I bet they will keep them around until the new graphic cards are available. That's probably why they have both right now. I notice that the price of the dv9000t is not currently any cheaper.

 

Heh-heh. I noticed the same. The only thing that will help the old model at this point is the Go 7600 and the 15% coupon floating around (if it still works).

 

Why is it that HP not making expresscard available on all of its laptops? I thought displayport or at least HDMI would be available to replace VGA by now.

 

i dont understand why hp is being such A holes about the whole graphic card.... nVidia has already released the new 8m series

 

Huh? They probably just aren't available to them yet, so they aren't available as configurable options. I imagine as soon as they are, you will be able to order one with an 8400M or 8600M.

 

Hopefully this article should answer few questions.

http://www.nvidia.com/object/IO_42279.html

 

Hopefully HP will release it next week

 

i hope so too, iv been looking forward to the santa rosa hp's for months

 

yeah, i wish it like heaven too ! i actually went to HP site and configured a 2500t and it's really under $1,399 !
I would probably give another $200-300 on a 8600 GPU !
but i'm waiting more to see the new ASUS models !

 

$200-$300?!?! I don't think it'll cost THAT much lol... by the way if they release it before may 16 you can use the coupon that's floating around here and take 15% off!

 

I doubt an 8600M would be available in the dv2500........ as far as I can tell they aren't even going to have the 8600M in the dv6500; it seems like as with the previous generation, this class of GPU will only be available on the dv9500.