*HP dv5t (1XXX series) Owners Lounge*

[invasmani]

I have the same problem where sometimes it will say"Local and internet" and sometimes it will say "local only" but when it says local only the internet still works...weird... Ive checked online for about 30 min. on how to fix and I cant find anything... Maybe it has to do with vista 64-bit compatability? ... If anyone has a solution please let me know!
Thanks



I like the higher res. everything looks sharper and if you have a harder time seeing theres an option on the bootom right of internet explorer to change the zoom level to make words and images larger.

It doesn't have anything to do with 64-bit. The notebook I received erroneously was 32-bit and I couldn't use windows update either. It was just stuck permanently and wouldn't download. I couldn't find out why. I do not share the network issue though.

[5strings]

Received my Zalman NC2000 cooler today. It's so quiet and works well. My laptop is running cooler now. Played about an hour of Crysis and my GPU temps went up to 64 C (yes I know that's still quite warm but it was worse without the cooler on). At idle now for the last 10 minutes, the temp went down to 49 C. I'm using HWMonitor_64.

I'm wondering if I should jump in and buy the Zalman cooler. I put up a couple of 3D screen savers and let them run for a couple of minutes, and my GPU got up to 88 C. I don't think I'll do much gaming, but I want to be safe. the HD gets a little zesty at times too. I'm currently doing an install and I'm seeing about 48 C.

[geezman]

I'm looking for a quality wireless N router for my new dv5t. What I'm looking for in particular is a router that can give me straight through wired connection for internet gaming (MMO's and whatnot) while in use with my home theatre (this HDMI connection is incredible with my Samsung 550 plasma and 5.1 setup) at high speeds, but give me reliable (more so than superfast, yet decent speed) wireless N connection for when I surf the net in other rooms. So basically, a fast wired connection and reliable wireless N connection. I'm looking to spend ~$100. Any suggestions?

I have the D-Link DIR-655 and love it. Very solid with great stability. I've had it since February and have not had any problems yet. I haven't had to reboot it once! It just works.

[wifi1]

Received my Zalman NC2000 cooler today. It's so quiet and works well. My laptop is running cooler now. Played about an hour of Crysis and my GPU temps went up to 64 C (yes I know that's still quite warm but it was worse without the cooler on). At idle now for the last 10 minutes, the temp went down to 49 C. I'm using HWMonitor_64.

My video card idles at 52 C without a cooler, just for comparison. Could you also provide your HD and CPU temps as well? I'm getting 40/36 for core 0 and 1 and 50 C for the HD during average surfing usage. I'm on a table btw.

[Caeric]

After much reading, I finally took the plunge as well:

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 + Fingerprint Reader
-HP Color Matching Keyboard
-Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100AGN and Bluetooth(TM)
-No Modem
-LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-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
-2-year HP Pick Up and Return Extended Service Plan for HP Pavilion and Compaq Presario Notebook PCs

Also went to Newegg and purchased:
-OCZ 4GB DDR2 800 RAM: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227251
-320GB Seagate SATA 3.0 7200 RPM HDD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148336 (This drive has a fall sensor)

I plan to do a clean install on the new HDD and leave the one that comes with it as is.

I decided to go with the P8600 chip because of the discussion here (cooler, less power consumption, only an approximate 4% performance increase).

I just need to find a good cooler. I know many of you have chosen to use the Zalman, but I'd like to know how well it works for those of us who actually use the laptop on our laps, on the bed, on the floor, etc. If I'm traveling this is where I'll use my laptop, not on a desk. From looking at pictures of the Zalman, it looks as though the airflow would be blocked by using it this way. In addition, since I'll be traveling, I'll need a cooler that can be transported easily. Any ideas?

My next purchase for it will be a Bluetooth mouse and a power kit to be able to use it in the car. Haven't looked into those items well enough yet to make a good choice, but I do recall some of you having problems with the MS Bluetooth mouse at one point.

[shabijahir]

In few weeks i am going to own hp dv5 1060e its uae model no
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/me/en...8-3767364.html
its
intel 2.26 processor
vista 32 bit
3 gigs ram
250 gig hard drive sata 5400 rpm
nvidia 9600 gt 512
Lightscribe Super Multi DVD Writer (+/-R +/-RW) with Double Layer support
for 4600 AED(dirhams)
its around 1200 usd
when i was checking the sample peace in shop i found the hardrive is partioned into to 2 that is
c:/ 240
d:/ 10 for recovery
wat i need is, is it possible to repartition the c:/ again if can please teach me how pls guys

[Cable.tac]

Caeric, I don't think the Zalman coolers are meant to be used on your lap. It will restrict the airflow since air is being sucked from the bottom. You would need to get a hard pad underneath and then your cooler.

Wifi, after a cold bootup and waiting 10 minutes while listening to media player, here are my readings (laptop on desk):

Intel Mobile Core 2 Duo hardware monitor
Temperature sensor 0 40°C (104°F) [0x41] (core #0)
Temperature sensor 1 38°C (100°F) [0x43] (core #1)

GeForce 9600M GT hardware monitor
Temperature sensor 0 43°C (109°F) [0x2B] (GPU Core)

HDD monitor
Temperature sensor 0 34°C (93°F) [0x22] (HDD)

This is after an hour of playing Crysis:

Intel Mobile Core 2 Duo hardware monitor
Temperature sensor 0 52°C (125°F) [0x35] (core #0)
Temperature sensor 1 54°C (129°F) [0x33] (core #1)

GeForce 9600M GT hardware monitor
Temperature sensor 0 71°C (159°F) [0x47] (GPU Core)

HDD monitor
Temperature sensor 0 38°C (100°F) [0x26] (HDD)

[AshleyinVA]

I know this isn't a graphics prob thread and I really don't necessarily care about this particular game..but I guess I'm just wondering if the dv5t is at fault..or is it having 64-bit. All I know is why would my 6700t do ANYthing better than my dv5t with much better specs.. I've searched and it seems that shockwave is supposed to work with 64-bit, so I don't THINK that is the problem Chaz..not sure though. Also..it has the same weird graphic glitches in Firefox AND Internet Explorer..no difference. I'm calling about the (IMO) smashed looking speaker lineup prob in a little bit.

Don't hate me, but overall I'm not impressed with the dv5t..maybe it's 'cause I used the 6700t. Man, even as I type I notice the A key is making a clicky sound..I just tried pushing it a couple more times and it's clearly not seated right..

I have some screenshots of the graphical-weirdness, but don't know how to show you them. If you're interested in helping me, I could send them over aim?

One more thing..the mouse button is hard enough to push my finger is feeling tired lol.. Yes, I ordered a mouse.. I could settle with this.. but I don't like the consumer settling thing...my $.02

[steve0689]

I know this isn't a graphics prob thread and I really don't necessarily care about this particular game..but I guess I'm just wondering if the dv5t is at fault..or is it having 64-bit. All I know is why would my 6700t do ANYthing better than my dv5t with much better specs.. I've searched and it seems that shockwave is supposed to work with 64-bit, so I don't THINK that is the problem Chaz..not sure though. Also..it has the same weird graphic glitches in Firefox AND Internet Explorer..no difference. I'm calling about the (IMO) smashed looking speaker lineup prob in a little bit.

Don't hate me, but overall I'm not impressed with the dv5t..maybe it's 'cause I used the 6700t. Man, even as I type I notice the A key is making a clicky sound..I just tried pushing it a couple more times and it's clearly not seated right..

I have some screenshots of the graphical-weirdness, but don't know how to show you them. If you're interested in helping me, I could send them over aim?

One more thing..the mouse button is hard enough to push my finger is feeling tired lol.. Yes, I ordered a mouse.. I could settle with this.. but I don't like the consumer settling thing...my $.02

If you want to show a screen shot do this: take the screen shot with the print screen button, then open up paint and press ctrl v, abd save it in your picture folder. Then on this website press reply and then press the little paper clip... on the new window that pops up click browse and find the screen shot you took on my pictures, then upload it, finally just submit the reply and your all set.

[AshleyinVA]

If you want to show a screen shot do this: take the screen shot with the print screen button, then open up paint and press ctrl v, abd save it in your picture folder. Then on this website press reply and then press the little paper clip... on the new window that pops up click browse and find the screen shot you took on my pictures, then upload it, finally just submit the reply and your all set.

Thx ..here goes