Help My first notebook!

[shannie9]

Ok, Im looking for a Laptop for mostly working when I am at home (I can get into my companys server and upload files), web browsing,email, music download, and internet games, I came across at a sears a HP ZE5575SR reduced to 899.99, since its a demo they will give me 10% plus They are having a Storewide 10% sale and I have a coupon for 30.00 even clearance items. So basically its 20% off the 899.99 plus minus another 30.00 bucks which brings me to about 731.00 with taxes included. But is it worth it, is it a piece of junk ? any help appreciated []


Processor
Intel Pentium 4 2.3 GHz


Installed Memory
256 MB (DDR SDRAM)


Display
15.1 in. XGA TFT Active Matrix


Operating System
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Processor
Processor Manufacturer
Intel


Processor Type
Pentium 4


Processor Speed
2.3 GHz

Display
Display Size
15.1 in.


Display Tech
XGA TFT Active Matrix


Display Max. Resolution
1024 x 768

Hard Drive
Hard Drive Capacity
40 GB.


Storage Controller Type ...
EIDE

Memory
Installed RAM
256 MB


RAM Technology
DDR SDRAM


Max Supported RAM
1024 MB.

CD / DVD
CD / DVD Type
CD-RW/DVD-ROM

Audio
Audio Output Type
Headphones, Sound card

Modem
Modem Type
Modem

Networking
Networking Type
Network Adapter, Wireless Access Point


Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b

Dimensions
Width
10.72 in.


Depth
12.96 in.


Height
1.79 in.


Weight
7.5 lb.

Warranty
Warranty
1 Year

Miscellaneous
Input Method
Keyboard, Touchpad


Platform
PC


MPN
dm768a

[Aleman]

Looks fine. Not a top-of-the-line system, but more than enough for what you need it for. Don't expect the battery life to be too great, and I would look at getting an extended warranty if you plan on keeping it for awhile. If you plan on moving it around a lot, you might want to look at one that's a little lighter.

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[shannie9]

quote:

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Originally posted by Aleman
[br]Looks fine. Not a top-of-the-line system, but more than enough for what you need it for. Don't expect the battery life to be too great, and I would look at getting an extended warranty if you plan on keeping it for awhile. If you plan on moving it around a lot, you might want to look at one that's a little lighter.

www.team-md.com

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Thanks for the Input, Yep i know not top of the line i was looking for a P-M system, would be my preferance but for the price, I may look around today for something a bit better.
Shannie

[Aleman]

Yea, you won't find a P-M system for much under $1200 (try the Dell 600m for that).

www.team-md.com

[mathlete2001]

I would spend the $50 and upgrade the RAM from crucial to 512MB, huge performance boost.

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[Brian]

Yeah, the RAM definitely needs to be added on to. 256 will be an issue.

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[mathlete2001]

quote:

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Originally posted by ReverendDC
[br]If you intend to do anything that is graphics oriented, you might want to consider a system with a better graphics solution, as I can only assume this one has an integrated solution.

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He said he played "internet games" do you mean games like Halo or Counterstrike, played online, or did you mean flash and shockwave?

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[ReverendDC]

If you intend to do anything that is graphics oriented, you might want to consider a system with a better graphics solution, as I can only assume this one has an integrated solution.

[shannie9]

First off Im a She, not a he, LOL, Online games like, on Pogo.com, etc. And thank you all for your input

[ReverendDC]

Sorry, in this business, the assumption is "he." My apologies.

Anyway, if you are certain that you will never need to play more complex games or any graphics apps at all, then the integrated solution should be sufficient.

If you have any thoughts on doing more in the future, find a dedicated solution.

Good luck ma'am!