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I recently bought a different version of this laptop HP DV6 for my stepmother and I watched this model during this process (all models of HP notebooks DV6 share a common chassis and can vary as some components). The first thing DV6 the line that impressed me is the quality of construction. E 'consists of a black plastic exterior metallic tonic. Look at the shell of the art, because it's something that May not appeal to everyone, but my stepmother has certainly appreciated something a bit more people than usual gray outside. Despite the glossy exterior, we have not noticed much of everything, despite the fingerprints or scratches hands of our children who love to "help" her grandmother with her computer.
The specifications of this model are designed to focus on Web browsing and office type applications that want great battery life:
CPU – The Core 2 Duo is the most powerful mobile CPU on the market and T6500 came with this computer is a mid-range Core 2 Duo (2 GHZ 1 e w/2MB cache). It can handle two threads, which means you can have your antivirus running while you surf the Web without significant slowdown. CPU is not the most efficient today, but it is much larger than you need for non-game, and a yield enough space for the head of your computer at any time to become quickly obsolete.
RAM – 4GB of RAM This is combined with a 64-bit operating system, which should more than enough memory for almost all applications you can think of much higher beyond the end of the match.
Hard drive – 320 GB is much more space than you need now, but again, I like the future proofing. May not some people like it is 5400 rpm against 7200 rpm, but the difference in performance for home users is almost zero and the reliability of the 5400 rpm drive in my notebook better they are hard drive (move because, while the use of portable hard drive failures are more office units)
Graphics – If I'm a fan of their graphics processor Intel has delayed the implementation of competition. The good news is that the Intel 4500MHD integrated graphics controller in this model is an earlier offering of Intel and most users will need. I still can not recommend you try famine and management graphical 3-D games on it, but it is good for playing videos, browse the web, make play of light and management of desktop applications.
Display – 15 6 I "indicates if I had my step-mother of 16" version DV6. Although a bit smaller than what I paid, it is much larger than the screens 14-15 ships in this price range.
Sound – Surprisingly good sound for a laptop. The speakers are well placed and offer a good range. I heard it's better, but on a $ 3K notebook.
Battery – For years, the retail computer was hit by six low-cost and even four batteries in May to deliver only 90 minutes of actual use is calculated. Pour visualiser HP ensemble de 12 cellules au lithium-ion batterie avec ce portable est un signe, espérons-le secteur est la reconnaissance que les utilisateurs de bloc-notes souhaite une bonne durée de vie des piles. With a battery of 12 cells, you can realistically go all day without plug-in adds a bit to the weight, but few people notice. It will be difficult to find another laptop at this price range with this mixture well. Most have a 6-cell.
I have no serious "cons" of this computer. The "Touch Media Controls" for things like volume (as opposed to buttons) are a little strange at first, but used to quickly and hey, look cool when you turn.
To wrap everything: a good computer for users who are not on the implementation of quality games and looking for something above average, with the construction quality and very good battery life.

Note: I will buy this laptop at Amazon, but I saw the same model for Office Depot for $ 650.
CPU – The T6500 is ideal for general use. Is good for the game and play HD too.
RAM – 4 GB multitasking is a breeze
Hard Drive – The 285GB partition is 12 with a 5 GB recovery partition. 285GBs is a good job with the size that you are taking too long, long time to complete.
Graphics – The 4500MHD is good for light, such as playing Counter-Strike. He is also playing well for HD.
Sound – It is a great portable speakers. Not too hard, but it's very good. The sound quality is great.
Battery – will last a good time and it's better than most laptops. Most laptops, 6 batteries, is one of 12 cells. The battery sticks funds. May not some people but it is also a good thing, because the heat will block the laptop.
Heat – The laptop will be hot with prolonged use. It is a bit uncomfortable because of the type. It is not really so bad.
Mouse – This laptop is easy to write. I can type really fast on it. This is a keyboard with a numeric keypad that are the keys.
Home, End, Page Up, PgDown, the keys are on top and remove the trackpad is above the backspace.
Trackpad – The trackpad May seem a bit difficult to pass the first, but after a while it becomes smooth. You can also step down and a button on top of it, if you want to use a mouse. It also has a scroll bar.
Other considerations – This laptop has 2 head phone hack. Both are in the front. Prefer one in front and one in the side or back to the speakers.
HP logo on the lid lights up when the computer is turned on. It bothers me when I leave my laptop on a night and I must put something more to cover the light because it is just brilliant.
The remote is equipped with nature is minimal and can be difficult to push the buttons, but it's still a nice addition, so as not to get up and pause, skip, etc on the keyboard.
NOTE: This unit is the only key, volume control and a button touch wifi. There is no pause, stop, etc. touch the buttons on this model. It was a sort of disappointment that I must press Fn + F12 if I want to change songs.
Overall a great laptop and I am delighted with my purchase