HP Announces New Notebook PCs

March 1, 2006 -- HP today announced new Pavilion and Presario notebook PCs with the option to configure with Intel's new dual-core mobile technology, the latest nVidia discrete graphics or Intel integrated graphics, and Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.

The HP Pavilion dv8000 Series Notebook PC, HP Pavilion dv5000 Series Notebook PC, and the Compaq Presario V5000 Series Notebook PC are available to configure-to-order at www.hpshopping.com, at participating retail kiosks, or by calling +1-888-999-4747. Additional technical notebook information, estimated U.S. street pricing and are highlighted below.

HP Pavilion dv8000 Series Notebook PC
-- Enables consumers to enjoy desktop digital media performance and multimedia on the road.
-- Available with the latest Intel processors including Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology.
-- Features a 17" high-definition widescreen display with optional HP BrightView or Ultra BrightView dual-lamp technology.
-- Experience the full potential of Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 with the optional HP ExpressCard Analog TV Tuner to watch, record and pause live TV.
-- Optional dual hard drives provide additional storage of up to 240GB, doubling notebook storage for more movies, photos and music.
-- HP QuickPlay 2.0 plays DVDs or MP3s files in seconds, and now provides full-time access to personal photo and video collections on a slick widescreen interface.
-- Offers brilliant photo and graphics detail with nVidia GeForce Go 7400 graphics technology.
-- Optional upgraded LightScribe direct disc labeling technology to customized silkscreen-quality laser-etched labels that now burns labels 33 percent faster.
--Estimated U.S. street price starts at $1,049 after a $50 mail-in rebate depending on the configuration ordered.

HP Pavilion dv5000 Series Notebook PC
--Available with the latest Intel processors including Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology.
-- Experience the full potential of Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 with the optional HP ExpressCard Analog TV Tuner to watch, record and pause live TV.
-- HP QuickPlay 2.0 plays DVDs or MP3s files in seconds, and now provides full-time access to personal photo and video collections.
--Supports both discrete and shared integrated graphics including: the nVidia GeForce Go 7400 graphics technology or the new Intel GMA 950 graphics core with up to 128MB of shared video memory.
--Features a 15.4-inch high-definition widescreen with optional BrightView display technology which provides a clear, crisp picture for pleasurable viewing.
-- Optional upgraded LightScribe direct disc labeling technology to customized silkscreen-quality laser-etched labels that now burns labels 33 percent faster.
--Estimated U.S. street price starts at $899 after $50 mail-in rebate depending on the configuration ordered.

Compaq Presario V5000 Series Entertainment Notebook PC
-- Delivers a versatile mobile solution offering cutting-edge performance plus digital music, film and photo management options.
-- Run multiple applications simultaneously with ease with the latest Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology.
-- Includes new Intel GMA 950 graphics core technology with up to 128MB shared video memory, a 6-in-1 media card reader, and ExpressCard/54 slot and up to three USB 2.0 ports.
--Turn notebook into an entertainment center with optional Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 and HP Mobile Remote Control.
-- Optional upgraded LightScribe direct disc labeling technology to customized silkscreen-quality laser-etched labels that now burns labels 33 percent faster.
--Estimated U.S. street price of $879.99 after $50 mail-in rebate depending on the configuration ordered.

Service & Support
HP offers a one-year limited warranty for PCs as part of HP Total Care, the service and support program recently recognized by JD Power and Associates for consistently providing an "Outstanding Customer Service Experience." HP Total Care delivers real-time chat with support agents, as fast as one-hour email response and toll-free 24x7 technical support both in and out of warranty.

SOURCE HP