HP Pavilion HDX Updated With Blu-ray Disc Drive (video, specs)

HP’s updated the HDX with improved specs and an optional Blu-ray disc drive. This updated 20.1-inch notebook starts at less than $1,999, but extras can push the price tag to more than $4,500. Check out the following video of the new HDX.

We first saw the HDX earlier this year. Relatively few people have purchased this 15.5-pound beast, as it is definitely geared towards enthusiasts.

HDX buyers can chose between a WSXGA (1680×1050 pixels) display or a WUXGA (1920 x 1200) display that offers a native 1080p viewing experience.

In addition to the Blu-ray ROM, The HP Pavilion HDX can also be configured with a standard-def DVD burner, HD DVD ROM (player only) or an HD DVD burner. The Blu-ray optical drive is a $200 option.

HP will offer the latest Intel Extreme mobile processors after they’re announced at CES 2008. Graphics are powered by a 256MB ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT GPU, or an optional 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTS card, which offers about twice the performance.

Click here to configure a HP Pavilion HDX

HP HDX Specs:
Operating System
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium OR
Genuine Windows Vista UltimateProcessor
Intel Core 2 Extreme Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo processors available
Memory

Up to 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)

Video Graphics

512MB NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTS OR
256MB ATIâ„¢ Mobility Radeonâ„¢ HD 2600 XT

Hard Drive
Up to 500GB 5400RPM SATA Dual Hard Drive (7)

Finish and Features
HP Imprint (Dragon) + Fingerprint Reader + Webcam + Microphone

Multimedia Drive
HD DVD-R with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer (16)(16a) OR
HD DVD ROM with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer (16)(16a) OR
Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (14) (16b) (16c) OR
LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support (16) (16a)
Display
20.1″ WSXGA+ High-Definition (8) HP Ultra Brightview Widescreen Display (1680
(1680 x 1050) OR
20.1” WUXGA High-Definition (8) (8a) HP Ultra Brightview Widescreen Display (1920
(1920 x 1200)

Network Card
Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector) (9)

Wireless Option
Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and Bluetooth
OR
Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection and Bluetooth

Audio

Altec Lansing
Keyboard
101-key compatible & 3 Quick Launch Buttons

Pointing Device
Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad
PC Card Slots
ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34

External Notebook Ports

4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
2 Headphone out
1 microphone-in
1 HDMI
1 VGA (15-pin
1 eSata
1 TV-Out (S-video)
1 RJ-11 (modem)
1 RJ -45 (LAN)
1 Expansion Port 3
1 IEEE 1394 Firewire (4-pin)
1 Consumer IR (Remote Receiver)

Native External Speaker Configurations Ports: Side, Rear, Center/Sub, Front

Integrated HDTV Hybrid TV Tuner (with F-Jack adaptor) input, S-Video Input, Blaster
Blaster (IR emitter), Stereo Audio Input

Dimensions

18.7″ (L) x 13.4″ (W) x 2.3″ (min H/max H)
Weight
15.5lbs

Security
Kensington® MicroSaver lock slot
Power-on password
Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Security
Kensington MicroSaver lock slot
Power-on password
Accepts 3rd party security lock devices

Power
9-Cell Lithium-Ion battery
Optional Accessories
See Product Catalog

Warranty and Support
1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty Toll Free Support (NA)
1-Year Free Hardware Technical Support
30-Days Free Software Support (Free 1-Year* Software Support with Product Registration)
Registration) *from date of purchase