Desktop, portable, HTPC . . . yes, you really can have it all with the HP Pavillion x16-1040us. This performance powerhouse is designed to do it all and do it well. The heart of the beast is a 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor tethered to 4GB of DDR2 memory. A robust 320GB hard drive stores all your programs, movies, music and video. A fingerprint reader lets you lock down all the power from unauthorized users.
Once you swipe your finger across the reader and gain access to the system you can revel in movies played on the 16" screen at 1368x768 resolution. The NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT video processor has a dedicated 512MB of GDDR3 memory. A LightScribe/Super Multi drive lets you watch your favorite movies and burn custom playlists. An HDMI port lets you show the movies on your widescreen HDTV.
In order to be a true entertainment and business machine it needs to be connected. From the 4xUSB and 1xFireWire ports, to the Gigabit and 802.11a/b/g/n Ethernet connections the x16-1040us has you covered. That doesn't even count the eSATA, audio and IR ports. There's also an IR remote control that keeps you connected and in control from across the room.
Intel Notebook Processor Technology with "Genius" RatingRated with "Genius" (five brains), the Intel Centrino 2 processor technology pushes the limits of mobile computing enabling you to enjoy the latest and greatest applications, extreme 3D games and HD media.
Intel Centrino 2 Processor TechnologyThe HP Pavilion HDX X16-1040US NoteBook is built upon the cutting-edge Intel Centrino 2 processor technology platform with a 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 processor, Mobile Intel PM45 Express chipset and Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN adapter. Blazing performance, amazing battery life and universal wireless connectivity are all hallmarks of this package.
NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT GPUThe powerful NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT GPU fully supports Microsoft DirectX 10 to enable today's visually-intense applications and games, and features NVIDIA PureVideo HD and PowerMizer technologies for the ultimate HD video experience and minimized power consumption.
16" Diagonal Infinity Display with Ultra BrightView TechnologyThe 16" HD display sports a 1366x768 native resolution and 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio for a cinematic full-screen viewing experience without compression or distortion. Hp's exclusive Ultra BrightView Technology allows you to see 55% more color range than typical notebook panels and improves the brightness, color intensity and clarity for true-to-life images.
Built-in HP Pavilion Webcam and MicrophoneWith an integrated webcam and microphone, video chat or record videos and share them with your family or friends!
Built-in DVD Super Multi with LightScribe SupportThe built-in DVD Super Multi burns any DVD+R/-R, DVD+RW/-RW or DVD-RAM disc and supports the dual-layer function allowing up to 8.5GB data to be burned and saved on a single dual-layer disc. Burn your own DVD/VCD movies or backup data with ease! The innovative LightScribe technology for direct labeling of optical discs burns any image or text onto the surface of CDs or DVDs without adhesive labels, paint or ink.