Description:
At 15.67 by 10.94 by 1.67 inches and a comparatively hefty 9.3 lbs., HP's new Pavilion zd7030us Notebook PC may be too cumbersome for those who regularly carry their notebook on their daily journeys. However, the unit is otherwise a wonderful fit for anyone who needs the luxuries and extreme power of a high-end desktop PC in a portable format. Featuring a potent processor, awesome mobile 3D performance, wireless connectivity, and a breathtaking oversized display, the Pavilion zd7030us is a stunningly capable desktop replacement. A computer is only as fast as its processor will allow, and the Pavilion zd7020us sports a blazing 3.06 GHz Intel Pentium 4. This CPU does not feature Intel's Hyper-Threading technology for increased performance during procedures such as complex multitasking, but it is a top-notch speed machine just the same. Compaq has added 512 MB RAM memory (upgradeable to 2 GB) and an nVidia GeForce Fx Go 5600 graphics controller with 128 MB of dedicated video memory. With this level of power at your command, you'll find precious few 2D or 3D tasks you can't efficiently operate. The unit will even handle the latest 3D games, a rarity in the world of notebooks. When the business day ends, you'll want to keep the Pavilion zd7030us close by. Sporting a massive 17-inch display (in widescreen format and supporting resolutions up to 1440x900), built-in Harman/Kardon speakers and a combination DVD+R/RW/CD-RW drive, the unit is ready to lend impressive sound and visuals to everything from 3D games to the latest DVD movies. You can even burn audio CDs or record your home movies to DVD format. With the Pavilion zd7030us, future connectivity is assured. The system features no less than four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for linking with external peripherals such as scanners and optical drives, one FireWire port for fast data transfers with high-tech toys such as digital camcorders, an S-Video TV-Out, a v.90 dial-up modem, 10/100Base-T Ethernet, and Broadcom 54g MaxPerformance 802.11g wireless technology. HP has also included a roomy and fast 5400 RPM 80 GB hard disk and an integrated 4-in-1 Digital Reader for transferring information from today's most common memory cards. The Pavilion zd7030us is equipped with a broad range of software, including Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Quicken New User Edition, Microsoft Money, and a variety of multimedia and online utilities. More About Microsoft Windows XP Media Center What sets this PC apart is that it is powered by Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004, which offers the features, reliability, and power of Windows XP Professional, plus advanced digital entertainment capabilities. The Media Center interface offers you more types of entertainment to enjoy: TV, Personal Video Recording (PVR), Movies, Music, Photos, Videos, Radio, and DVD. Use the remote control to enjoy from anywhere in your room. TV & Movies
Watch TV when and how you want, and never miss a moment of your favorite programs. Pause and rewind live TV. Record a TV episode, series, or category. Automatically record a personalized selection of TV programs using Keyword Record. Media Center downloads the latest program listings for you and even wakes up from power-saving standby mode to record programs, so you can watch shows on your schedule. Photos & Video
Easily edit your digital pictures and digital videos, and then launch a dynamic slideshow complete with animated transitions and your favorite soundtrack. While viewing a picture, zoom in to see more detail. You can rotate, correct red-eye, and print your pictures using the remote. Play slide-shows straight from digital storage devices. Music & Radio
All your music is stored in one digital jukebox and using the remote, shuffle your entire music collection according to artist or genre or listen to your tunes through playlists that learn what you like. Tune in FM stations and pause live radio. Full-screen visualizations pulse to the beat of the music. Cool on-screen effects show music information, such as track title, track time, and artist.
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