HP Compaq nc2400, 4400, nc6400, nx7400 and nc8400 Series Notebooks Announced (pics, specs)

HP today announced five new notebooks in its business notebook portfolio: the HP Compaq nc2400, HP Compaq tc4400 / nc4400, HP Compaq nc6400, HP Compaq nx7400 and HP Compaq 8400 notebooks. The nc2400 is the company's thinnest and lightest notebook with an optical drive to date.

HP's thinnest and lightest business notebook with optical drive to date, the HP Compaq nc2400 Notebook PC is designed for frequent travelers with its ideal balance of size and functionality. With a starting weight of less than three pounds and less than one-inch thin, the nc2400 offers a 12.1-inch widescreen display, integrated optical drive support, full-size keyboard, flexible battery solutions and a variety of wired and wireless communication solutions to maximize productivity while on the go. Additionally, the convenient, easy-to-use HP 2400 Series Docking Station accessory features port replication and cable management in a space-saving design.

HP nc2400 Specs and Data Sheet Link

HP Compaq nc 2400 12.1" notebook (view large image)

HP Compaq nc2400 with optical drive on left (view large image)

HP Compaq tc4400 Series: Versatile Mobility

Configurable as either a notebook PC or a convertible tablet PC, the versatile HP Compaq 4400 series is ultra-light, power-packed and adaptable to the way users work. A tablet PC, the tc4400 is a full-function notebook with the added convenience of handwriting input. Intel Core Duo processors allow simultaneous use of multiple applications so users can accomplish more in less time and power-saving features enhance battery life.

HP 4400 Specs and Data Sheet Link

Above is pictured the HP Compaq tc 4400 convertible notebook / tablet pc (view large image)

The tc4400 also features a 12.1-inch XGA display with 160-degree wide viewing angle and an optional outdoor viewable panel to increase productivity -- even in outdoor or bright environments. Design features such as the sparkle-free glass enhance durability and provide a comfortable writing surface. Users can enjoy peace of mind when on the road as this convertible tablet also offers enhanced security with an integrated biometric fingerprint reader and a TPM security chip.

HP Compaq nc6400 Notebook PC: Thin-and-Light Widescreen Wireless Broadband

The HP Compaq nc6400 Notebook PC offers investment protection with modular mobile broadband capabilities that are designed to allow users to upgrade to select future wireless networks such as CDMA 2000 1xEVDO or, later this year, UMTS/HSDPA by simply changing out wireless modules.

This thin-and-light notebook also features 14.1-inch widescreen displays, HP Privacy Filter, a built-to-fit security filter that narrows the viewing angle without blurring or image distortion ensuring the screen is visible only to the user, powerful Intel Core Duo processors and 3D graphics to deliver the optimal balance of connectivity and performance.

HP nc6400 Specs and Data Sheet Link

Pictured above is the nc6400 14.1-inch widescreen notebook (view large image)

HP Compaq nx7400 Notebook PC: Affordable Widescreen Productivity

The Compaq nx7400 Notebook PC is targeted for price-conscious users looking for performance and a widescreen in a thin-and-light package. Intel Core Duo processors and 15.4-inch widescreen displays deliver greater productivity, while strong, yet lightweight magnesium-alloy frames offer best-in-class mobility.

HP nx7400 Specs and Data Sheet Link

Above is pictured the nx7400 15.4" widescreen notebook (view large image)

HP Compaq nc8400 Notebook PC Series: Robust Widescreen Performance

Armed with Intel Core Duo processors and high-performance discrete graphics, the HP Compaq 8400 Notebook PC series is a powerful mobile office that rivals any notebook or desktop PC. Powerful ATI graphics deliver the performance, quality and stability required for demanding projects, and the 15.4-inch widescreen display boasts anti-glare and wide-viewing angle technology in addition to a full size keyboard for greater productivity.

HP Compaq nc8400 Specs and Data Sheet Link

Above is pictured the 15.4" screen HP Compaq nc8430 notebook (view large image)

Pricing and availability

• HP Compaq nc2400 Notebook PC starts at $1,599 and is expected be available mid-May.
• HP Compaq tc4400 Tablet PC starts at $1,649 and is expected to be available early June.
• HP Compaq nc6400 Notebook PC starts at $1549 and is expected to be available mid-May.
• HP Compaq nx7400 Notebook PC starts at $749 and is expected to be available mid-May.
• HP Compaq 8400 Notebook PC series starts at $1,599 and is expected to be available mid-May.

Product Pages:

• Compaq & HP Compaq 8400 (Core Duo processor, 15.4" screen, released 2006)
• Compaq & HP Compaq nx7400 (Core Duo processor, 15.4" screen, released 2006)
• Compaq & HP Compaq nc6400 (Core Duo processor, 14.1" screen, released 2006)
• Compaq & HP Compaq nc4400 (Core Duo processor, 12.1" screen, released 2006)
• Compaq & HP Compaq tc4400 (Core Duo processor, 12.1" screen, released 2006)
• Compaq & HP Compaq nc2400 (Core Solo or Intel Celeron processor, 12.1" screen, released 2006)

 

Seems odd that the nc2400 is only available with Core Solo. I can't see myself buying something without Duo. Is that because of space or power reasons? Looking at the specs, it looks like it's a power thing.

Weight is 2.8lbs with 3-cell (28WHr) battery and presumably no optical drive. So probably more like 3.5lbs+ with 6-cell and optical drive. I don't see why this would beat some of the other choices out there. I wonder how the Dell D420 will stack up against this?

 

Interesting, looks like HP is in the works of completely upgrading their product lines.

eDIT: The Lenovo X60 is about the same size and weight, and it has a Core Duo, so it's not heat, and for power they could just undervolt the Core Duo CPU like they do in the X60, I really don't know why it's available with only Core Solo..

 

Man! I love the nc8400! I was looking for an afordable x1600 option here in mexico. I love the 1600 usd pricetag and the 3 year warranty! I hope they do release it here! and if not, I hope warranty is international so I can buy it this summer in spain

 

I must say the nc8400 is a nice lappy!!

Im curious which one does it have. PCMCIA? or Express Card?

I read the spec sheet and i din't see it mentioned =\

Also no DVI!!! ohwell, can't have everything.

Also this laptop is well priced. Not cheap tho.

Thanks,

MysticGolem

 

Finally, HP have a new model but I think it's too late... I really wonder why HP does not offer the mid end dedicate graphic adapter since late April. All I heard from that period is just a new laptop that offer Turion and Yonah equip with huge 17 inch monitor.)

In my opinion, Intel will launch Merom around August. So, these new models have very short lifeshelf. Well, nc8400 is very nice but I like Asus A6J more. (everything is very similar but A6J already availible in my country for a month.)

umm.. the question is Intel will try to suicide itself by launch Merom on August or not. Maybe Intel want to stand in the same fight with Taylor but.. Intel will hurt its own Yonah. How're poor...

 

So on the spec sheet for nc6400 it has FreeDOS as an option. Does that mean that it will actually be possible to buy one of these laptops without paying for yet another windows license?

 

I'm not sure if this is possible yet, but it will be possible eventually. You may have to wait for them to release a customizable model. (For instance, note that the nc6400 is listed as having an option for a WXGA+ screen, but according to the salesperson I talked to this is not yet available.) The older models which are customizable are definitely available with FreeDOS. I did talk to one salesperson who said that the non-customizable models are still available with FreeDOS for a $75 price reduction, but I wasn't 100% convinced since I didn't actually buy the machine. I'd encourage you to try and report back if you do want the machine.

 

Thanks for the reply. I am seriously considering the nc6400. The power to size ratio is very attractive and the price is better than something like a Vaio. However, i wasn't planning on buying one until the end of the summer, so things might change a bit by that time.

 

God ****, if the nc6400 is the successor to the nc6230 that was in direct competition with thinkpad's T serie, then another one goes widescreen. What is becoming of this world!