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Laptop HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca

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The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is a versatile laptop, ideal for everyday use, whether for work or entertainment. Equipped with a 17-inch screen with a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels, it provides a pleasant visual experience for your movies and documents.

This model is powered by an Intel® Core™2 Duo T6400 processor running at a frequency of 2 GHz, allowing for smooth execution of everyday tasks. With 4 GB of RAM DDR2-SDRAM, it efficiently handles multitasking, while its 500 GB hard drive offers ample storage space for your files and applications.

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca also features an NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT graphics card with 512 MB of dedicated memory, ensuring good performance for gaming and graphic applications. Its stereo audio system by Altec Lansing provides immersive sound quality.

For connectivity, this laptop has four USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI port for connecting to an external display, and built-in Wi-Fi for fast and reliable Internet connection. Its 8-cell nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery ensures extended battery life for your travels.

In summary, the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is a solid choice for those looking for a high-performance and reliable laptop, capable of meeting various daily needs while offering a modern and sleek design.

Manual of product Pavilion dv7-1253ca

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Editorial note

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca stands out for its optimal performance thanks to its Intel® Core™2 Duo T6400 processor, providing a smooth user experience for everyday tasks. Its generous storage capacity of 500 GB allows for the retention of a large amount of data, applications, and multimedia files, while its 17-inch screen with a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels ensures a pleasant display quality for viewing content. Additionally, the varied connectivity with multiple USB ports, HDMI, and a memory card reader facilitates the connection of external devices and data transfer. The high-quality stereo audio system, with Altec Lansing speakers, provides an immersive sound experience. However, the processor, while adequate for basic tasks, may seem outdated for modern applications and recent games, thus limiting the overall performance of the computer. The 4 GB RAM, although expandable to 8 GB, may be insufficient for users with significant multitasking needs or those using resource-intensive software. The lack of a touchscreen may also disappoint some users. Furthermore, the nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery technology could offer limited battery life compared to more advanced lithium-ion batteries found in other recent models. Finally, its weight of 3460 g may be considered relatively heavy, making this computer less practical for on-the-go use. Regarding the writing score, the user experience is generally satisfactory with a score of 78, while performance is rated as fair with a score of 65. Battery life is appreciated with a score of 70, and the modern design receives a score of 75. The value for money is interesting, with a score of 80, and usability is rated at 72, reflecting a good user experience despite some limitations.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally satisfactory, thanks to an intuitive interface and smooth usage for common tasks.

Performance

The Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 processor is adequate for basic tasks, but may seem outdated for modern applications and recent games.

Battery life

The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery technology offers satisfactory battery life, but may be limited compared to more advanced lithium-ion batteries.

Design

The design of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is modern and sleek, although its weight of 3460 g may make it less practical for portable use.

Value for money

With a generous storage capacity of 500 GB and a good audio system, the value for money is interesting for a computer in this range.

Usability

The varied connectivity and 17-inch screen provide a good user experience, even though the lack of a touchscreen may disappoint some users.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™2 Duo processor

Generous 500 GB storage

17-inch screen, resolution 1440 x 900

Connectivity with USB and HDMI ports

Immersive sound with Altec Lansing speakers

Disadvantages

Outdated Intel Core 2 Duo processor

Insufficient 4 GB RAM for multitasking

No modern touchscreen

NiMH battery with limited lifespan

Relatively heavy for a laptop

Technical Specifications Pavilion dv7-1253ca

General Information

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    2 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™2 Duo
  • Processor model
    T6400
  • Number of processor threads
    2
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    Socket 478
  • System bus processor
    800 MHz
  • Processor cache type
    L2
  • Processor cache memory
    2 MB
  • Computer bus
    - GT/s
  • Number of processor threads
    2
  • Processor lithography
    45 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    R0
  • Bus type
    FSB
  • Processor code name
    Penryn
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    35 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core 2 Duo T6000 Series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Tjunction
    105 °C
  • Number of Treatment Transistors Die
    410 M
  • CPU Multiplier
    10
  • Size of the processing chip
    107 mm²
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    -

Memory

  • Internal memory
    4 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR2-SDRAM
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    2 x 2 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

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

Storage support

  • Total storage capacity
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    2
  • Hard drive capacity
    250 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    Memory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, SD, xD
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

  • LED backlighting
    -
  • Screen size
    17 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Touch screen
    1440 x 900 pixels
  • Contrast ratio
  • Image format
    No
  • 200:1
  • 16:10

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Unavailable
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT
  • Dedicated graphics card memory
    0.512 GB
  • Integrated graphics card
    No
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes

Audio

  • Audio system
    3D Sound Blaster Pro
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker manufacturer
    Altec Lansing
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Network data
    Not supported
  • 4G WiMAX
    No

Connectivity

  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    4
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    2
  • ExpressCard Port
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • ExpressCard Port
    Yes
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    1
  • ExpressCard Port
    Yes
  • 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
    Touchpad
  • Windows keys
    Yes
  • Windows keys
    Yes
  • Windows keys
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows Vista Home Premium
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Drivers included
    Yes

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Money
  • Format
    Flap
  • Country of origin
    China

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    -
  • Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)
    -
  • Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST)
    -
  • Intel HD Technology
    -
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    -
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Lock bit
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Lock bit
    Yes
  • Lock bit
    Yes
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Processor packaging size
    35 x 35 mm
  • Processor code
    SLGJ4
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No
  • Processor ID ARK
    40479
  • Intel® Vitalization Technology (VT-x)
    No

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    8
  • Maximum battery life
    - h

Power

  • AC power adapter
    90 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Self-detection power
    Yes

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    3460 g
  • Width
    396 mm
  • Depth
    285 mm
  • Height
    45 mm

Packaging contents

  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes

Packaging information

  • Package width
    480 mm
  • Package depth
    170 mm
  • Package height
    350 mm

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 - 65 %
  • Operating altitude
    -15 - 3048 m
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15 - 12192 m

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    ENERGY STAR

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, a 25 Mb/s connection means you can theoretically download up to 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, with each inch equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. This dimension corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, measured from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does HDMI mean?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable is used to transmit audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best way to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, use a soft, clean cloth that is slightly damp. For dust in hard-to-reach places, it is advisable to use compressed air.
How should I clean my keyboard?
To clean your keyboard, tilt it upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. You can also wipe the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range of this connection can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The weight of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is 3460 g.
What is the screen size of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The screen of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca measures 17 inches.
What is the height of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The height of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is 45 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The resolution of the screen of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is 1440 x 900 pixels.
What is the width of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca has a width of 396 mm.
What is the depth of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca?
The depth of the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is 285 mm.
Is the manual for the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is not available in French. It is only available in English.

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General Information

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is a laptop designed by the HP brand, known for its innovation and quality in the technology field. This model, identified as Pavilion dv7-1253ca | NB249UA, offers satisfactory performance for everyday use, particularly thanks to its ergonomic design and varied features.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™2 Duo T6400 processor running at a frequency of 2 GHz, the HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca ensures smooth execution of everyday tasks. With 2 cores and 2 threads, this processor facilitates multitasking. It uses a Socket 478 and has a system bus of 800 MHz, ensuring effective communication with other components. The 2 MB cache allows for quick access to frequently used data, thus optimizing performance.

Memory

The system is equipped with 4 GB of internal memory, expandable up to 8 GB, providing sufficient storage for various applications. The memory is of type DDR2-SDRAM and is configured as 2 x 2 GB, with SO-DIMM slots for enhanced performance.

Storage

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca offers a total storage capacity of 500 GB, spread across two 250 GB disks each. The hard drive uses a SATA interface and has a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, ensuring quick access to data. An integrated memory card reader and a DVD Super Multi DL optical drive add to its versatility.

Display

Its 17-inch screen with a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels provides a rich and immersive visual experience, although the lack of a touchscreen may disappoint some users.

Graphics

The distinct graphics adapter model is the NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT, with 0.512 GB of dedicated memory, ensuring adequate graphics performance for multimedia applications, although it is not suitable for recent games.

Audio

The stereo audio system, with two quality speakers designed by Altec Lansing, offers an immersive sound experience. An integrated microphone allows for clear communications.

Connectivity

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca is rich in connectivity options, with 4 USB 2.0 ports, one HDMI port, one VGA port, and one Ethernet LAN port. It also supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) for convenient wireless connections.

Design and Dimensions

This model weighs 3460 g and its dimensions are 396 mm in width, 285 mm in depth, and 45 mm in height, making it relatively heavy for mobile use. The silver color gives it a modern look.

Battery

The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery with 8 cells provides decent battery life, but it may be less than that of modern lithium-ion batteries.

Software

The HP Pavilion dv7-1253ca runs on Windows Vista Home Premium, with a 64-bit architecture, ensuring smooth application usage.

Environmental Conditions

It is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from 0 to 35 °C and can withstand humidity levels varying from 10 to 90 %.

Durability

The product meets ENERGY STAR standards, certifying its energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact.