HP nc8430 Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 39.1 cm (15.4") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional

  • Brand : HP
  • Product name : nc8430
  • Product code : EY686AW#ABH
  • Category : Laptops
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  • Long product name HP nc8430 Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 39.1 cm (15.4") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional :

    The perfect solution for desktop-equivalent processing power and widescreen graphics performance in and around the office.

  • HP nc8430 Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 39.1 cm (15.4") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional :

    For business professionals looking for desktop-equivalent processing and graphics performance in and around the office, the HP Compaq nc8430 Business Notebook PC is the perfect solution. This widescreen notebook is equipped with a range of powerful technologies and intuitive features designed to handle the most demanding business tasks and applications.

  • Short summary description HP nc8430 Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 39.1 cm (15.4") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional :

    HP nc8430, Intel® Core™ Duo, 2 GHz, 39.1 cm (15.4"), 1680 x 1050 pixels, 1 GB, 80 GB

  • Long summary description HP nc8430 Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 39.1 cm (15.4") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional :

    HP nc8430. Processor family: Intel® Core™ Duo, Processor model: T2500, Processor frequency: 2 GHz. Display diagonal: 39.1 cm (15.4"), Display resolution: 1680 x 1050 pixels. Internal memory: 1 GB, Internal memory type: DDR2-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 80 GB, Optical drive type: DVD-ROM. Discrete graphics card model: AMD Mobility Radeon X1600. Operating system installed: Windows XP Professional. Weight: 2.7 kg

Specs
Design
Country of origin China
Display
Display diagonal 39.1 cm (15.4")
Display resolution 1680 x 1050 pixels
Native aspect ratio 16:10
Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Cache external 2048 KB
Processor family Intel® Core™ Duo
Processor model T2500
Processor cores 2
Processor threads 2
Processor frequency 2 GHz
Processor cache 2 MB
Processor cache type L2
Processor socket Socket 479
Processor front side bus 667 MHz
Processor lithography 65 nm
Processor operating modes 32-bit
Processor series Intel Core Duo T2000 Series
Processor codename Yonah
Bus type FSB
FSB Parity
Stepping C0
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 31 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Number of Processing Die Transistors 151 M
Processing Die size 90 mm²
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio) 12
ECC supported by processor
Memory
Memory upgrade 4 GB
Internal memory 1 GB
Internal memory type DDR2-SDRAM
Memory slots 2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory 4 GB
Storage
Total storage capacity 80 GB
HDD speed 5400 RPM
Optical drive type DVD-ROM
Compatible memory cards SD
Graphics
Discrete graphics card model AMD Mobility Radeon X1600
Discrete graphics card
Maximum graphics card memory 0.256 GB
Audio
Audio system HP Premier Sound
Audio included HP Premier Sound High Definition Audio 24-bit DAC, headphone jack, microphone jack, integrated microphone, Digital EQ, Advanced audio power management
Camera
Front camera
Network
Networking features Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth
Bluetooth version 2.0+EDR
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity 3
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
DVI port
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports 1
Headphone outputs 1
S/PDIF out port
Microphone in
Docking connector
Charging port type DC-in jack
ExpressCard slot
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity 1
CardBus PCMCIA slot type Type II
SmartCard slot
I/O ports 3 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, headphone
Modem (RJ-11) ports 1
TV-out
TV-out type S-Video
Serial ports quantity 1
Performance
Motherboard chipset Intel® 945PM Express
Keyboard
Keyboard type Full-sized
Pointing device Touchpad
Keyboard layout QWERTY
Software
Operating system installed Windows XP Professional
Bundled software Adobe Acrobat Reader, HP Help & Support Center, HP Mobile Printing Driver, HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP OpenView Radia Management Agent, InterVideo WinDVD - DVD Player, Sonic Digital Media Plus HP Backup & Recovery Manager, HP Quick Launch Buttons, HP Wireless Assistant
Processor special features
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)

Processor special features
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)
Intel Clear Video Technology
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology
Intel® Insider™
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
Intel Flex Memory Access
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Intel Enhanced Halt State
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Intel Demand Based Switching
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)
Intel 64
Execute Disable Bit
Idle States
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Processor package size 35 x 35 mm
Processor code SL9K2
Physical Address Extension (PAE)
Physical Address Extension (PAE) 32 bit
Embedded options available
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Intel Dual Display Capable Technology
Intel FDI Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Intel Fast Memory Access
Processor ARK ID 27236
Conflict-Free processor
Battery
Number of battery cells 8
Power
AC adapter power 90 W
Security
Cable lock slot
Cable lock slot type Kensington
Security management description Kensington lock slot, integrated Smart Card Reader (Smart Card sold separately), Symantec Norton Internet Security
Operational conditions
Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing) 5 - 90%
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 80 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -40 - 80 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 95%
Weight & dimensions
Width 358 mm
Depth 259 mm
Height 28 mm
Weight 2.7 kg
Hard drive
Diskette drive
Video
Video card features ATI Mobility Radeon X1600
Other features
Wireless technology IEEE 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth
Infrared data port
Dimensions (WxDxH) 358 x 259 x 28 mm
Display LCD
Power requirements External 90W Smart AC adapter 8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, secondary 8-cell HP Extended Life Battery (sold separately)
Power management 8-cell Lithium-Ion, secondary 8-cell HP Extended Life Battery (sold separately)
Wireless option type
Docking solution HP Basic Docking Station, HP Advanced Docking Station, HP External MultiBay II, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)
Expansion slots 1 Type I/II PC Card slot supports 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit cards, integrated Smart Card Reader, Secure Digital slot Slots available for additional devices: 1 Type I/II PC Card slot supports both 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit cards, 1 integrated Smart Card reader, 1 Secure digital slot
Multi-bay devices Optional external Multibay II devices
Relative humidity 10 - 90%
TV-in port
Compatible operating systems FreeDOS, Windows 2000 drivers available on www.hp.com
Upgrade type Windows Vista capable
Protection tools HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP Drivelock, HP TPM Embedded Security Chip, HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor (optional)
Applications supported Windows Vista Premium ready
Internal modem
Modem speed 56 Kbit/s
Modem type 56K
Reviews
Updated:
2014-05-30 05:04:58
Average rating:75
Uk has collected 5 expert reviews for HP nc8430 39.1 cm (15.4") Intel® Core™ Duo T2500 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM 80 GB AMD Mobility Radeon X1600 Windows XP Professional and the average expert rating is 75 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2014-05-30 05:04:57
Average rating:70
With the nc8430 you get what you pay for. While it may cost a little more than some other dual core machines, it offers great performance across both desktop tasks and gaming, and has all the features youd expect to find in a high-end business unit.
  • Strong performance, Gaming capabilities...
  • Price The Final Word With the nc8430 you get what you pay for. While it may cost a little more than some other dual core machines, it offers great performance across both desktop tasks and gaming, and has all the features youd expect to find in a high...
  • With the nc8430 you get what you pay for. While it may cost a little more than some other dual core machines, it offers great performance across both desktop tasks and gaming, and has all the features youd expect to find in a high-end business unit.
notebookcheck.net
Updated:
2014-05-30 05:04:57
Average rating:84
Executive Assistant. Hewlett-Packard Compaq nc8430 is a high-performance business notebook, which has besides calculation power also graphical power, because of its ATI X1600 video card. A non-reflecting display, first class input devices and a fingerp...
  • HP Compaq nc8430Regarding its case, the HP Compaq nc8430 impresses through good workmanship and high-quality materials. However, the flexural rigidity as well as the pressure resistance could have been better.Nothing can be criticized on the notebook's in...
pcmag.com
Updated:
2014-05-30 05:04:57
Average rating:80
The HP Compaq nc8430 ($1,680 direct) has a lot of stature for a business laptop. When it comes to meeting work deadlines and taking on various projects, this powerhouse lives up to its reputation. The 15.4-inch widescreen display is a compelling reas...
  • Large screen size for enhanced productivity. Good graphics card for 3D-intensive apps. Extensive warranty. Performance scores topped the Lenovo T60 Widescreens.
  • Pointing stick is not as good as a ThinkPads—it requires one too many mouse clicks.
  • The nc8430 offers three things that will help boost productivity: A 15.4-inch widescreen display, excellent performance components, and good security features...
notebookreview.com
Updated:
2014-05-30 05:04:57
Average rating:0
This is a review of the HP Compaq nc8430, a business oriented mainstream notebook with a 15.4" screen, Core Duo processor and ATI X1600 graphics card.
  • Top notch build quality, Fantastic performance, Bright high quality screen, Standard 3 year warranty, Relatively cool operation, Very respectable battery life, Excellent keyboard layout...
  • Expensive, Annoying USB port placement, Ugly keyboard font, Long reach between the right and left click mouse buttons, Very little literature...
  • In conclusion the HP Compaq nc8430 is a great notebook. There are so many other mainstream notebooks out on the market today; choosing one is by no means an easy task. If you can afford the price of entry the nc8430 is a great choice. Few can match the...