EM740AV - HP Compaq nc8430 Base Model Notebook PC

EM740AV

 

Summary

HP's extensive range of notebook PCs enable increased productivity and efficiency, by providing the perfect combination of built-in mobility features to match the particular needs of individuals from businesses large and small.

 
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Key Features
  • With new Intel® Core™ Duo or Core™2 Duo processors at its heart, the HP nc8430 is designed for maximum productivity allowing simultaneous use of multiple applications. ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics deliver the performance, quality, and stability required for graphics-intensive software applications. Power users will benefit from a choice of 15.4-inch TFT widescreen anti-glare panels with wide-viewing angle technology on select displays.
  • Designed for dynamic business environments this hard-working notebook features the HP Mobile Data Protection System 3D. This additional layer of protection helps to reduce shock and vibration experienced during normal use by 50%.The magnesium frame and display enclosures provide a durable structure in a very thin and light design. Plus In-mold Lamination offers a scratch-resistant surface that helps protect your keyboard deck.
  • The HP nc8430 features HP ProtectTools, an integrated security suite designed to address critical aspects of IT security. This includes a TPM Embedded Security Chip, Smart Card Reader and the HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor to provide secure management of your notebook, data and network connections. The new HP Disk Sanitizer, a unique HP offering, guarantees 100% data confidentiality by completely wiping all sensitive business information from your hard drives.
  • Secure and powerful, the HP nc8430 is also a truly portable business tool weighing just 2.7 kg and only 28 mm thin. The initial primary battery life of 4 hours can be increased to 7h 30m with the optional HP Extended Life Battery or to an impressive 10 hours with the HP Ultra Capacity Battery.
 
Technical Specifications
Audio
Audio
HP Premier Sound™ High Definition Audio 24-bit DAC, headphone jack, microphone jack, integrated microphone, Digital EQ, Advanced audio power management
Internal audio
HP Premier Sound™ High Definition Audio 24-bit DAC, headphone jack, microphone jack, integrated microphone, Digital EQ, Advanced audio power management
Communications
Modem
56K modem
Displays
Display features
15.4" WXGA (1280 x 800 resolution) or 15.4" WSXGA+ wide-viewing angle (1680 x 1050 resolution); with ambient light sensor
Expansion slots
Expansion 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
Expansion slots
1 Type I/II PC Card slot supports 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit cards, integrated Smart Card Reader, Secure Digital slot
Faxing
Fax/modem
56K modem
Input devices
Keyboard
Full-sized keyboard
Keyboard
Full-sized keyboard
Pointing device
Enhanced dual pointing devices (touchpad and pointstick) with scroll zone
Pointing device
Enhanced dual pointing devices (touchpad and pointstick) with scroll zone
Memory
Memory type
DDR2 SDRAM, 667 MHz, 512, 1024 or 2048 MB
Memory slots
2 SODIMM slots
Memory slots
2 SODIMM slots
Memory upgrade
Upgradeable to 4096 MB maximum
Memory upgrade
Upgradeable to 4096 MB maximum
Cache external
2 MB L2 cache
Networking
Network interface
Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit (10/100/1000 NIC) PCI Express Ethernet Controller
Network interface
Broadcom Gigabit (10/100/1000 NIC) PCI Express Ethernet Controller
Ports
I/O port
3 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, headphone, microphone, AC adapter, RJ-11, RJ-45, S-video TV out, serial, Firewire (1394a)
External I/O ports
3 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, headphone, microphone, AC adapter, RJ-11, RJ-45, S-video TV out, serial, Firewire (1394a)
Power
Battery life
Up to 4 hours (up to 7h30m with HP Extended Life Battery, up to 10 hours with HP Ultra-capacity battery)
Battery life
Up to 4 hours (up to 7h30m with HP Extended Life Battery, up to 10 hours with HP Ultra-capacity battery)
Power features
8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, secondary 8-cell HP Extended Life Battery (sold separately)
Power features
8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, secondary 8-cell HP Extended Life Battery (sold separately)
Power requirements
External 90W Smart AC adapter
Power requirements
External 90W Smart AC adapter
Processor
Chipset
Mobile™ Intel® 945PM Express Chipset
Chipset
Mobile™ Intel® 945PM Express Chipset
Software
Software included
Preloaded: Adobe Acrobat Reader, HP Help and Support Center, HP Mobile Printing Driver, HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP OpenView Radia Management Agent, InterVideo WinDVD - DVD Player, Sonic Digital Media Plus
Software included
Preloaded: Adobe Acrobat Reader, HP Help and Support Center, HP Mobile Printing Driver, HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP OpenView Radia Management Agent, InterVideo WinDVD - DVD Player, Sonic Digital Media Plus
Operating system software 01
Genuine Windows XP Professional
Genuine Windows XP Home (May vary by country)
Operating system software 02
Genuine Windows XP Professional
Genuine Windows XP Home (May vary by country)
Pre-installed software
HP Backup and Recovery Manager, HP Quick Launch Buttons, HP Wireless Assistant
Pre-installed software
HP Backup and Recovery Manager, HP Quick Launch Buttons, HP Wireless Assistant
Compatible operating systems
FreeDOS, Windows 2000 drivers available on www.hp.com
Operating system installed
Genuine Windows XP Professional Edition SP2
Supported applications
Windows Vista® Premium ready
Storage
Optical drives
DVD/CD-RW Combo, DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer, LightScribe DVD+/-RW with Double Layer 12.7 mm drive
Hard disk drive
Serial ATA hard drive 60, 80, 100 or 120 GB (5400 rpm) or 80 GB (7200 rpm)
Multi-bay devices
Optional external Multibay II devices
Multi-bay devices
Optional external Multibay II devices
System
Docking solution
HP Basic Docking Station, HP Advanced Docking Station, HP External MultiBay II, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)
Docking solution
HP Basic Docking Station, HP Advanced Docking Station, HP External MultiBay II, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)
Security management
Kensington lock slot, integrated Smart Card Reader (Smart Card sold separately), Symantec Norton Internet Security
Security management
Kensington lock slot, integrated Smart Card Reader (Smart Card sold separately), Symantec Norton Internet Security
HP Protection tools
HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP Drivelock, HP TPM Embedded Security Chip, HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor (optional)
HP Protection tools
HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP Drivelock, HP TPM Embedded Security Chip, HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor (optional)
Upgradability
Windows Vista® capable
System bus
667 MHz FSB
Video
Graphic card 01
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600
Graphic subsystem name
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600
Graphic subsystem video card memory
Up to 256 MB DDR2 dedicated video memory
Wireless
Wireless technologies
Intel or Broadcom Wireless LAN 802.11 and/or Bluetooth 2.0
 
 
Environmental information
Operating humidity range10 to 90% RH
Operating temperature range0° to 80° C
Operating temperature range0° to 80° C
 
 
Compliance information
UNSPC code43211503
 
 
Physical information
WeightStarting at 2.7 kg
Dimensions (W x D x H)2.8 (at front) x 35.8 x 25.9 cm
Dimensions, metric2.8 (at front) x 35.8 x 25.9 cm
 
Legal Disclaimer

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