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HP Compaq 6730b Base Model Notebook PC barebook Intel GE45 Express 39.1 cm (15.4")
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Compaq 6730b Base Model Notebook PC
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Processor
Motherboard chipset
Intel GE45 Express
Processor frequency
1.66 GHz
Supported processor frequency (max)
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2.8 GHz
Memory
Maximum internal memory
8.19 TB
Memory slots
2x SO-DIMM
Optical drive
Optical drive type
DVD Super Multi DL
Camera
Built-in camera
Display
Display diagonal
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39.1 cm (15.4")
Audio
Audio system
High Definition Audio
Built-in speaker(s)
Network
Internal modem
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity
4
Port replicator
Serial ports quantity
1
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports
1
Modem (RJ-11) ports
1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
Headphone outputs
1
Microphone in
DC-in jack
SmartCard slot
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity
1
Software
Compatible operating systems
Windows Vista Business 32-bit
Keyboard
Keyboard type
full-sized keyboard
Weight & dimensions
Weight
2.69 kg
Weight & dimensions
Width
356 mm
Depth
265.4 mm
Height
33.6 mm
Certificates
Certification
ENERGY STAR qualified configurations available
Power
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery type
6-cell (55 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power requirements
External 90-watt Smart AC adapter, 90-watt Smart Combo Adapter; HP Fast Charge
Input device
Pointing device
Touchpad
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
41 - 95 °F
Operating temperature (T-T)
5 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 95%
Technical details
Modem type
V.92
Modem speed
56 Kbit/s
Networking features
Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion slots
1 Express Card/54; 1 6-in-1 media reader
An optional Integrated Smart Card Reader is available and replaces the ExpressCard/54.
I/O ports
4 USB 2.0; 1 1394a; 1 microphone in; 1 headphone/line-out; 1 AC power; 1 serial; 1 docking connector; 1 battery connector
Manageability features
HP 3D DriveGuard
Minimum RAM
1 MB
Multimedia
High Definition Audio with 24-bit DAC, stereo speakers, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated dual-microphone array
Rear ports note
1 external VGA monitor; 1 RJ-11; 1 RJ-45; 1 S-video
Security management description
Standard: HP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2 (disabled where restricted by law), Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP Spare Key, HP Disk Sanitizer, Enhanced Drive Lock, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools;
Optional: HP Fingerprint Sensor, Smart Card Reader (replaces ExpressCard), Kensington Lock, HP Privacy Filter, McAfee Security Solution
Size (imperial)
35.6 cm (14")
Weight (imperial)
Weight varies by configuration and component.
Starting at 5.93 lb
Wireless technology
HP Mobile Broadband (powered by Gobi), Intel 802.11a/b/g draft-n; Broadcom 802.11a/b/g/draft-n; Broadcom 802.11b/g; HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology
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Uk has collected 16 expert reviews for HP Compaq 6730b Base Model Notebook PC barebook Intel GE45 Express 39.1 cm (15.4") and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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itreviews.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
This is a solid enough notebook, and getting online with the Orange SIM was easy. We arent sure we like the idea of being tethered to one provider or one notebook for two years, though. Hewlett Packard - 6730b on Orange Business Everywhere price Buy...
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alphr.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
Next to the chrome-effect splendour of the HP DV7, the 6730b looks more than a little understated. But, compared to the average business laptop, the HP is cut from a rather classier cloth. The wide, silver lid is complemented by a two-tone interior com...
It's business as usual for the HP Compaq 6730b, but despite a fine overall performance it just falls short of excellence... |
83%
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trustedreviews.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
With the notable exception of the Dell Latitude E6400 , business notebooks tend to be slightly boring. Unlike consumer notebooks, the emphasis is on substance over style - which is of course is a good thing, just not very exciting. However, when you're ge...
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80%
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alphr.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
There's no mistaking this is a laptop designed for business use. Sensible grey-black styling with just a hint of corporate chic; a screen with a matte anti-glare finish rather than a glossy video-orientated affair; and a fingerprint reader to complemen...
On the face of it the price isn't competitive, but the 6730b is a tempting business machine even so... |
83%
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goodgearguide.com.au
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
The HP Compaq 6730b is a sub-$1500 notebook designed for use in the office. With its easy-to-use keyboard and good range of expansion ports, this laptop is well worth considering as a relatively cheap desktop replacement.The 6730b will appeal to business users...
Performs considering its price, very long battery life, screen is not highly reflective, wide variety of expansion ports... 
Heavy, small hard drive...
The HP Compaq 6730b is a good value laptop with an excellent battery life and relatively wide selection of expansion ports. Although it sports a small hard drive and is quite heavy for a 15.4in notebook, the positives outweigh the negatives... |
85%
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Zdnet.com.au
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
The HP Compaq 6730b is a reasonable but uninteresting business notebook. Unfortunately the competition — and even HP — are offering much better systems at a comparative or lower price. DesignBusiness notebooks are generally a bland, black on gray affai...
Matte display, Centrino 2, Large comfortable keyboard, Fingerprint reader...
No 64bit Windows available as preinstall, No discrete graphics card available, Not very customisable, Poor battery life, Low resolution display...
The HP 6730b is an uninteresting and overpriced business laptop with poor battery life. |
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toptenreviews.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
Convenience and versatility are among the best reasons to look for a laptop computer. Today’s best units can essentially replace the standard desktop computer for most needs yet are truly portable. The HP Compaq 6730b is among the best small laptops av...
A 15.4inch screen size makes viewing webpages and documents for long periods of time much easier with less eye strain...
The processor is adequate but we would prefer an upgrade.
With a long battery life and decent power, the HP Compaq 6730b is ideal for those frequently on the road... |
88%
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insidehw.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
It seems that difference between “B” and “S” series of HP notebooks was never more distinctive then in recent period at least when it comes to quilt quality. HP Compaq 6735s didn’t impress us but HP 6730b is worthy to represent its famous manufacturer...
Our impressions of HP Compaq 6730b are very favorable. Since it isn’t small and light it is suited for an office table more than to be carried around. HP reliability and quality build are guarantees that with HP Compaq 6730b you won’t be disap... |
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notebookcheck.net
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
Compaq notebooks designed for business use (indicated by b) are valued around the world and particularly in Central Europe. Users especially appreciate their battery life and the durability of their case. Thereby models with Intel CPU are traditiona...
Solid Case, Userfriendly keyboard, Matte WSXGAscreen, Quiet operation, Pretty good battery runtime, Relatively light...
The software part of the laptop is at least not perfect, Quality of materials could be better, Chassis gets hot...
Although consumer laptops from HP, the leading manufacturer of portable computers, are more popular than its business laptops, the later are still an important part of HP's success and better than those designed for end-users.The case of the HP 6730b is s... |
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crn.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
We havent had the opportunity to review many HP notebooks this year -- even as Hewlett-Packards competitors have been aggressively bringing new and innovative systems to market almost monthly. So when we received an HP Compaq 6730b to take a look at...
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Geek.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
When it comes to notebook computers we tend to be obsessed with what’s cutting edge. Whether it’s the smallest, lightest, most powerful, or longest running, it is easy to focus on the exceptions, not the standard systems that get most people through th...
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computershopper.com
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2014-01-03 13:41:40 |
No one will mistake the HP Compaq 6730b for anything other than what it is: A buttoned-down business notebook. Not that theres anything wrong with that. The system runs circles around lower-end models, secures data using fingerprint recogn...
Decent overall performer; excellent battery life; lets you access Outlook data without booting; smudge-proof lid...
Pricey; smallish hard drive; underpowered integrated graphics; narrow viewing angle on display... |
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