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    HP 550 Notebook PC KS158UT $379.99 AR

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by David, Mar 27, 2009.

  1. David

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    David, Mar 27, 2009
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    Ew Celeron, but really light. At a netbook pricepoint, I guess one can't complain.
     
    Redline, Mar 27, 2009
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    Yeah, i think people will have to see this HP as a netbook alternative. It's basically a 15" netbook w/ an optical drive. It'll be sufficient for people wanting a laptop just to surf the internet, send e-mails and other basic home/office use.
     
    David, Mar 27, 2009
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    i picked up one of these over the weekend. must say, i'm thrilled so far. only disappointment is the brightness of the screen when it's running on just the battery. still trying to find the settings to brighten the display up if possible.
     
    dabatman, Apr 19, 2009
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