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This configuration of the HP EliteBook 2530p is a 3.2-pound, durable notebook computer.Compared to other rugged notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $2,365.The 12.1 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU.This notebook includes a 120GB hard disk drive and 4 GB of memory.
Specifications: Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo (1.86 GHz) ; RAM installed: 4 GB DDR2 SDRAM ; Weight: 3.2 lbs ; See full specs
Price range: $2,443.99 check prices
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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 94
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 reviews of HP EliteBook 2530p from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 82/100 and users 100/100. Comparing these reviews to 148095 other Laptops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 94/100 = Excellent.
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pcworld.com
Editors' rating: 77
Summary: But, really, the lack of an easy way to control volume is not much of a drawback on an ultraportable. In all other ways the EliteBook lives up to its name. If you have the money, it has all the panache you could want in a light, fast, and easy-to-use ...
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laptopmag.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: The 2-megapixel webcam captured sharp, well-lit still photos. Our VGA video showed delays, even when we captured video, which doesn't involve a (potentially slow) Internet connection. When we made a Skype call, our friend noticed some latency around ...
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wired.com
Editors' rating: 70
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pcmag.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: If battery life ranks high on your list of business needs, the HP EliteBook 2530p won't disappoint.
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goodgearguide.com.au
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: Small, strong and well-featured, HP's EliteBook 2530p is an ideal choice for business users who want something that will withstand the rigours of travel and last a long time away from a power outlet.
CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the HP EliteBook 2530p is a 3.2-pound, durable notebook computer.Compared to other rugged notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $2,365.The 12.1 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU.This notebook includes a 120GB hard disk drive and 4 GB of memory.
Pros: Has only a 3.2-pound weight, which is somewhat lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook has 2 megapixel camera sensor resolution, which is somewhat higher megapixel than some similarly priced notebooks.The built in Bluetooth connectivity will let you pair headphones or sync your mobile contacts.The built-in fingerprint reader will speed up the log in process while adding a strong layer of data protection.
Cons: Has a modest 1.86 GHz CPU speed, which is considerably slower than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Panasonic ToughBook F8, a 3.7-pound notebook at around $2, 620, has a 2.26 GHz CPU speed.The fair battery performance of this notebook means it has to be recharged more often than other notebooks in its class.This notebook's Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics chip uses system memory, which sometimes results in slower performance.
Suitability: A rugged notebook, suited for for industrial use.The sturdy frame and other features are part of this system's rugged design which make it more suitable for outdoor or industrial settings.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.Comes with a DVD writer, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital Handycam onto DVDs.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Value: In general, this notebook's features seem very weak, even for its relatively inexpensive price.However, if you were to judge strictly by how large the screen is, the average price of rugged products with a comparable screen size is considerably more -- right around $2,854.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) This laptop comes with an expansion device that makes it easy to plug in at a permanent workstation, where you may have an external monitor, keyboard, printer, etc.
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