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Discover the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so laptop, a versatile model that combines performance and modern design. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i7-720QM processor at 1.6 GHz (with a Turbo frequency of up to 2.8 GHz), this computer is designed to execute demanding tasks smoothly thanks to its 4 cores and 8 threads.

With 6 GB of DDR3 memory and a 640 GB hard drive, the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so offers ample storage space for all your files and applications. Its 15.6-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels ensures a pleasant visual experience, while the LED backlighting enhances visibility in various environments.

This model also includes an AMD Mobility Radeon HD 5650 graphics card, ideal for multimedia applications and light gaming. Connectivity is facilitated by several USB ports, an HDMI port, and integrated Wi-Fi, allowing you to stay connected at all times.

With extended battery life thanks to its 6-cell nickel-metal hybrid battery, the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is perfect for daily use, whether at the office or on the go. In summary, this laptop combines performance, functionality, and design, making it ideal for users looking for a reliable and efficient device.

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Editorial note

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is a laptop that offers a satisfying user experience thanks to its 15.6-inch LED-backlit display, ensuring a pleasant and immersive viewing quality. The Intel® Core™ i7 processor, with 4 cores and 8 threads, allows for smooth execution of applications, which is an asset for users with multitasking needs. However, some drawbacks deserve to be highlighted. The maximum internal memory is limited to 8 GB, which may prove insufficient for resource-intensive applications. Additionally, the screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels is relatively low compared to current standards, which could disappoint users looking for superior display quality. Regarding storage, the 640 GB hard drive is adequate for many users, but its rotational speed of 5400 RPM can lead to longer access times than those of a 7200 RPM hard drive or an SSD. Furthermore, the lack of USB 3.0 ports limits connectivity with modern devices, which could pose a problem for those needing fast data transfers. The stereo audio system, equipped with Altec Lansing speakers, stands out for its quality and offers an immersive sound experience, enjoyable for multimedia entertainment. In summary, the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is a good choice for users looking for a high-performing laptop for everyday tasks, but it may not be suitable for those with high demands for performance and connectivity.

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User experience

The user experience is positive thanks to the 15.6-inch LED-backlit display, offering a pleasant and immersive viewing quality.

Performance

The Intel® Core™ i7 processor with 4 cores and 8 threads ensures smooth application execution, but the maximum internal memory of 8 GB may be insufficient for resource-intensive applications.

Battery life

The battery life is difficult to assess, as no indication of maximum battery life is provided, which can be problematic during prolonged use.

Design

The design is modern, although the screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels is relatively low compared to current standards.

storage

The storage capacity of 640 GB is sufficient for many users, but the hard drive speed of 5400 RPM may affect overall performance.

connectivity

Wireless connectivity is comprehensive with Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth, but the absence of USB 3.0 ports limits transfer speeds with modern devices.

audio

The quality stereo audio system with Altec Lansing speakers offers an immersive sound experience for multimedia entertainment.

Advantages

Intel® Core™ i7 4-core processor

15.6-inch screen with LED backlighting

640 GB of storage for numerous files

Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth connectivity

High-quality Altec Lansing stereo sound

Disadvantages

Maximum memory of 8 GB insufficient

Screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels

Slow 5400 RPM hard drive

No USB 3.0 ports available

Unspecified battery life

Technical Specifications Pavilion dv6-3142so

General Information

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    1.6 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i7
  • Processor model
    i7-720QM
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    2.8 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    8
  • Computer bus
    2.5 GT/s
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    Socket 988
  • Processor cache type
    L3
  • Processor cache memory
    6 MB
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    45 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    B1
  • Bus type
    DMI
  • Processor code name
    Clarksfield
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    45 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i7-700 Mobile Series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    2.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Number of Treatment Transistors Die
    774 M
  • CPU Multiplier
    12
  • Size of the processing chip
    296 mm²
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i7 1st generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    -

Memory

  • Internal memory
    6 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3-SDRAM
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    1 x 2 + 1 x 4 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    8 GB
  • Power adapter included
    Yes
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    640 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    640 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    Memory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, SD, xD
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
    1366 x 768 pixels
  • Touch screen
    No
  • LED backlighting
    Yes
  • Display area
    Glossy
  • Image format
    16:9

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Unavailable
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    AMD Mobility Radeon HD 5650
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR3
  • Integrated graphics card
    No
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes

Audio

  • Audio system
    -
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker manufacturer
    Altec Lansing
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Wiring technology
    10/100/1000Base-T(X)
  • Network standards
    IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n

Connectivity

  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    -
  • Welcome connector
    -
  • ExpressCard Port
    -
  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    3
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    1
  • Microphone jack input
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Connection of a microphone
    3.5 mm
  • Connection of a microphone
    3.5 mm
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Keyboard layout
    -
  • Pointing device
    Clickpad
  • Numeric keypad
    No
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 7 Home Premium
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Provided software
    - HP MediaSmart Suite
  • Drivers included
    - HP QuickWeb
  • Testing software
    - HP Setup
  • - HP Advisor
  • - HP Support Assistant
  • - HP ProtectSmart
  • - Cyberlink DVD Suite
  • - Windows Live Applications
  • - HP Games Console
  • - EasyBits Magic Desktop
  • - Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • - Windows Live Messenger
  • - Adobe Reader
  • - Adobe Flash Player
  • Yes
  • Norton Online Backup, Microsoft Office Home and Student, Symantec Norton Internet Security 2011

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black
  • Format
    Clamshell
  • Country of origin
    China

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    6
  • Maximum battery life
    - h

Power

  • AC power adapter
    120 W

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    No

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2490 g
  • Width
    378 mm
  • Depth
    245 mm
  • Height (front)
    30.8 mm
  • Height (rear)
    36 mm

Packaging contents

  • Cables included
    Sector
  • Warranty card
    Yes
  • Warranty card
    Yes
  • Warranty card
    Yes

Packaging information

  • Package width
    450 mm
  • Package depth
    160 mm
  • Package weight
    345 g

Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature
    0 - 35 °C
  • Temperature out of operation
    -20 - 60 °C
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    10 - 90 %
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    5 - 95 %
  • Operating altitude
    -15 - 3048 m
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15 - 12192 m

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    ENERGY STAR

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    1.0
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    37.5 x 37.5 mm
  • Processor packaging size
    SSE4.2
  • Supported instruction set
    SLBLY
  • Processor code
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    36 bit
  • Physical Address Extension (PAE)
    1
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    43122
  • ID ARK du processeur
    43122

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, if your connection is 25 Mb/s, it means that you should theoretically be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This size refers to the diagonal of the screen, which you measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does HDMI mean?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, a clean, slightly damp cloth is ideal. For hard-to-reach areas, it is recommended to use compressed air to eliminate dust.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. You can also clean the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. In most cases, the range between devices can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so?
The weight of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is 2490 g.
What is the screen size of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so?
The screen size of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is 15.6 inches.
What is the resolution of the screen of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so?
The resolution of the screen of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is 1366 x 768 pixels.
What is the width of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so?
The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so measures 378 mm in width.
What is the depth of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so?
The depth of the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is 245 mm.
Is the manual for the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is not available in French. It is only accessible in English.

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General Information

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is a laptop from the HP brand, known for its innovations and quality in the technology field. This model, identified by the code XE069EA, offers optimal performance suited to various computing needs. The EAN code, 885631714584, allows for unique identification in distribution systems.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i7-720QM processor, the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so operates at a base frequency of 1.6 GHz and can reach 2.8 GHz in Turbo mode, ensuring smooth execution of applications. This processor has 4 cores and 8 threads, allowing for efficient multitasking management. With a bus speed of 2.5 GT/s and a 6 MB L3 cache, it optimizes communication speed between internal components.

Motherboard

The motherboard integrated into the HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is designed to ensure efficient management of system resources, although no additional specifications are provided.

Memory

The model has 6 GB of internal DDR3-SDRAM, configured as 1 x 2 GB + 1 x 4 GB. The computer can be expanded up to 8 GB of RAM, which is sufficient for standard use, although users of demanding software may find this limit insufficient.

Storage

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is equipped with a 640 GB hard drive with a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, providing good storage space but potentially presenting slightly longer access times compared to 7200 RPM drives or SSDs. It also includes a memory card reader compatible with various formats.

Display

Its 15.6-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels offers acceptable display quality, although relatively limited by current standards. The LED backlighting enhances visibility, while the glossy surface contributes to a pleasant visual experience.

Graphics

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is equipped with an AMD Mobility Radeon HD 5650 graphics card, allowing for effective management of multimedia applications and games, although there is no integrated graphics card available.

Audio

The stereo audio system, featuring two speakers made by Altec Lansing, provides an immersive sound experience. An integrated microphone is also present for communications.

Network

This model supports wireless connectivity via Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth, ensuring fast and reliable connections. It is also equipped with an Ethernet port for wired network connections.

Connectivity

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so has 3 USB 2.0 ports, but does not include USB 3.0 ports, which may limit data transfer speeds with modern devices. It includes a VGA port for connecting to an external monitor.

Keyboard

The keyboard is full-sized, including Windows keys, and is designed to provide a comfortable typing experience. A touchpad facilitates navigation.

Software

The pre-installed operating system is Windows 7 Home Premium, with a 64-bit architecture, allowing for efficient resource management. Various additional software is provided to enhance the user experience.

Battery

The hybrid NiMH battery with 6 cells ensures sufficient autonomy for daily use, although precise information on maximum battery life is not provided.

Weight and Dimensions

This model weighs 2490 g and its dimensions are 378 mm in width, 245 mm in depth, and a height of 30.8 mm at the front and 36 mm at the back, making it relatively portable.

Durability

The HP Pavilion dv6-3142so is certified ENERGY STAR, which attests to its compliance with energy efficiency standards.

Special Processor Features

This model supports Intel® Hyper Threading technology, allowing for efficient task management through its 4 cores and 8 threads. Intel® Turbo Boost technology optimizes performance by increasing the processor frequency when needed.