Technical Details
- 2.33 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 Processor
- 8 GB RAM (max)
- 750 GB hard drive, LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
- Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 (64-bit version)
- Nvidia GeForce 9500 GS graphics (512 MB dedicated)
Product Description
The HP Pavilion Elite delivers an amazing high-end home entertainment experience, DX10 3D Mainstream gaming, and power for the most demanding PC tasks. This premium PC¿s enhanced features and technology puts everything you need where you want it. The m9510f ships with Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition with Service Pack 1, 2.33 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q8200 with 4MB L2 Cache, NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GS graphics card with 512MB dedicated video memory, DVI and HDMI capabilities, and support for Blu-ray, HD DVD, and Microsoft DirectX 10, 8GB PC2-6400 DDR2 SDRAM memory (4x2048MB for ultimate performance), 750GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive, and Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/. Dimensions: 7.00 (W) x 16.61 (L/D) x 15.51 (H) approx., 24.25 lbs. approx.
Delivering an amazing high-end home entertainment experience, DirectX 10 gaming, and power for the most demanding PC tasks, the HP Pavilion m9510f Elite desktop PC is powered by the 2.33 GHz quad-core Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200. With four cores in a single processor, the Core 2 Quad and the 8 GB of RAM (maximum capacity) deliver excellent multitasking and multimedia performance, and it's a perfect match for the pre-installed 64-bit version of Windows Vista Home Premium. You can also go wireless and clutter-free with wireless keyboard, mouse, and remote control, and it includes the next step in Wi-Fi networking with a Draft-N wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n). 
The sleek, black m9510f multimedia powerhouse (see larger version; monitor not included). |
A recessed landing pad on top of the chassis offers a convenient place for connecting USB and FireWire devices. One touch of the HP Easy Backup button lets you back up your files instantly, helping to protect irreplaceable photos and files. And the SuperMulti DVD burner with LightScribe technology lets you etch custom, silkscreen-quality labels and artwork directly onto LightScribe-enabled CDs and DVDs.
This Pavilion Elite offers a built-in drive bay to fit an optional HP Pocket Media Drive, for up to 160 GB of additional storage that you can carry away with you when you go (media drive not included). Other features include a 750 GB hard drive, Nvidia GeForce 9500 GS graphics with up to 2558 MB of total available graphics memory, HDMI and DVI video outputs, 15-in-1 memory card reader, up to 8 channels of surround sound output, and Gigabit Ethernet wired networking. It comes with a wired keyboard and mouse.
The pre-installed 64-bit version of Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1) includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.  | Spec Check - 2.33 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 processor
- 750 GB hard drive
- 8 GB RAM (8 GB maximum)
- Dual-layer LightScribe DVD±R drive
- Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
- Nvidia GeForce 9500 GS graphics (up to 2558 MB total)
- Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit, SP1)
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The Basics
- Processor: With four execution cores, the 2.33 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q8200 blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Part of Intel's "Penryn" line of 45nm processors, it features new hafnium-infused circuitry to reduce electrical current leakage in transistors and help this desktop run cooler. It also features Intel Trusted Execution Technology, which provides hardware-based mechanisms that help protect against software-based attacks and protects the confidentiality and integrity of data stored or created on the client PC.
Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. The Q8200 has a top-of-the-line 1333 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and a 4 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
You get four dedicated, physical threads help operating systems and applications deliver additional performance that enhance multi-tasking and multi-threaded performance across many types of applications and work loads. The Smart Memory Access feature improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed. The Advanced Digital Media Boost feature effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications. And with the Intel 64 Architecture, the processor can access larger amounts of memory. With appropriate 64-bit hardware and software, platforms based on an Intel processor supporting Intel 64 Architecture can allow the use of extended virtual and physical memory.
- Hard Drive: The ginormous 750 GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 RPM) provides more than enough capacity for storing a large audio and video library, as well as extra space required for video editing. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0.
This desktop also includes a drive bay that fits an optional HP Pocket Media Drive, which enables you to add up to 160 GB of additional storage. The Pocket Media Drive also works with any USB-enabled PC, for easy transferring of multimedia files from other computers in your home.
- Memory: The 8 GB of installed RAM (PC6400) helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It also offers a fast 800 MHz speed. The 8 GB of RAM maximizes this desktop's capacity.
- DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 12x DVD±R DL Write Once, 16x DVD±R, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 12x DVD-RAM, 40x CD-R, 32x CD-RW write speeds and 40x CD-ROM, and 16x DVD-ROM read speeds.
This LightScribe DVD±RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
- Keyboard & Mouse: It comes with an HP multimedia keyboard and scroller mouse (both with PS/2 connections).
Video & Audio
Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 9500 GS graphics/video card, which provides 512 MB of dedicated video RAM and offers up to 2558 MB of total available graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista. Enabled by PureVideo HD, movies come to life with outstanding picture clarity, ultra-smooth video and vivid color. The lifelike images have up to six times the detail of standard DVD movies. Delivering state-of-the-art graphics performance, The GeForce 9500 GS graphics card is sure to give you the power and performance you crave to play the hottest DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 titles. Its 16x full-screen antialiasing technology delivers superior quality along with astounding performance and since it's optimized for Windows Vista. The video card includes VGA and DVI video out as well as HDMI audio/video out options. This PC also offers an integrated audio card that can produce high definition surround sound configurable to 8 speakers.
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This desktop can be wirelessly networked with the integrated Draft-N Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g/n). Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks. It has one PCI expansion slot (available), two PCI x1 Express slots (one available), one PCI x16 Express slot (occupied), two 5.25-inch bays (one available), three 3.5-inch bays (one available), and the following external ports:
- 6 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players (2 in front, 4 in rear)
- 2 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals (1 in front, 1 in rear)
- Video out: DVI, HDMI, and VGA
- Headphone and microphone jacks
- Audio: Digital SPDIF audio input/output, analog input/output
- Surround sound speakers--rear, side, center (subwoofer)
- 2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
- 15-in-1 media card reader on the front, compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), MicroDrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick/Pro/Duo/Pro Duo, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, XD Picture Card, RSMMC, MMC Mobile, MMC+
- 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
- 56K modem (V.90)
Operating System
The 64-bit version of Windows Vista Home Premium (with SP1) is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.
Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.
Preloaded Software
- HP MediaSmart Software Suite: Your one-stop multimedia and entertainment center to create photo slideshows, share personal videos, listen to your favorite music playlists and watch DVD movies.
- muvee autoProducer Basic: Automatically create professional looking home videos and burn to DVD.
- Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe: Automatically fix and edit videos and create CDs and DVDs. Edit, burn and archive data to discs.
- Microsoft Works 9: Includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database and calendar.
- Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (60-day trial version).
- Adobe Reader 8: Read and print PDF files.
- Norton Internet Security 2009 protects your PC and your identity when you email, bank and shop online; 60 days of protection updates included.
Dimensions & Weight
This desktop measures 16.61 x 7.0 x 15.51 inches (LxWxD) and weighs approximately 24.25 pounds.
Power
What's in the Box
The HP Pavilion Elite m9510f desktop PC comes with a power cord, keyboard, and scroller mouse. It is backed by a one-year warranty for parts and labor from date of purchase, one-year technical phone service, and 90 days of software application support.
Note: Monitor not included.
Stan Tomberg ( Hendersonville, NC ) No support
On 1/01/09 I called customer service (that is what they call it). I told the tech my internal lightscribe drive would not burn label's. I am not a not a novice and I went through all the steps - uninstalling the drive and reinstalling the drive, etc. I told the the tech that my external lightscribe drive was working fine so it had to be the drive. He had me duplicate all the steps I Had already done and after 1:05 he said he would send me a new drive it was under warranty got my credit card info and he put me on hold. After 10 minutes (1:15 total time) I hung up.
I called back after I cooled down and got a tech who saw what was done, bur insisted to let him take over my PC. He assured me it take only 20 minutes and I agreed. An hour and 35 minutes later I told him just take of ordering the drive (it seems the first tech did not it. Hr agreed and then after being on hold for 5 minutes he told me the system was down and I would have to call back on 11/2/09.
Both techs had bad attitudes and treated me like a dummy. I wasted two hours and 40 minutes of being insulted and talked down to!
Price can not overcome lack of service
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W. Uncapher ( Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ) Great powerful HP desktop
I just replaced my 8 year old Pentium 4 desktop with the HP Elite m9550f. I'm blown away, it's super fast, the fan is so noiseless, you hardly know it's running! I purchased it along with an HP 21.5" 1080p HD monitor with HDMI input. The monitor is the best I've ever seen. Only a Sony might beat it for over all quality and performance. My new HP computer is also expandable and not proprietary like with a Dell and others out there. I added an extra drive myself, so I got to take a look inside. I was very impressed with the quality of the components HP uses in their computers! Which is very important, since their's a lot of cheap junk out their. They used a Pegatron Corp. motherboard (formerly ASUS, which split it's company into 3 seperate divisions last year)! If anyone knows anything about motherboards it's the next most important part of your computer next to the processor chip itself! Pegatron Corp. boards are an industry leader, making boards that even out perform Intel and AMD which make the processor chips for the board. Only high-end PC makers use Pegatron Corp. motherboards. HP also used a 1 TB Seagate Berracuda hard-drive, again the indusrty leader for qualty and reliability! The hard-drive is virtually silent! It has way more capacity than anyone would ever need, I would well imagine! The HP DVD/CD burners are made by Philips/Lite-On, again one of the leaders, only Plextor is better in performance! The memory chips are made by Samsung. The soundcard is by Realtek, only Creative sound blaster and Turtle Beach are better! They also used a fairly high-end ATI Radeon graphics card, which is impressive. Everyone has their preference on graphics cards, but there's basically very little difference between Nvidia and ATI graphics chips! The power supply is by Delta Electronics and has plenty of available power. The build quilty of the mid-tower case is great! It's very well constructed and sturdy! It has all metal sides and rear, the front plastic bezel is strong and well made, plus very stylish and high-tech looking! All-in-all this is a great computer, although it's fairly expensive, but then you sometimes get what you pay for! I thought they should have included a Blu-ray drive for the price, but I can always add one later, it's already to go, with a compatiable graphics card! If you buy this PC, I'm sure you'll be satisfied!
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Too Soon Old ( folksontheroad ) I made a mistake
The computer came, but you shipped an m9510f instead of the M9510F. I wish I had kept it and found some way to install a modem in it. Not too happy with the Gateway I got instead just because it had a modem.
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Alfred Singh ( FL, USA ) hard drive gone in 7 months
I bought this item in January and the Hard Drive just konked out last week .. i dunno what to do, got a lot of important files on there. I thought this was going to be a trouble free experience since my other pc was giving me problems. Got warranty on this item ??????????
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B. Goldstein ( Seattle, Washington, United States ) Dual Monitor Display Issues
The machine works well, and enough people have reviewed it that I will focus on a particular video display problem that you are likely to encounter with this, and perhaps other HP Media PCs. If you try to play DVDs and Blurays onto a second, shared LCD monitor (typically this would be your lcd tv) connected via the HDMI port,you will have a good chance of your display being totally corrupted on that display. It will play fine on your primary DVI connected monitor, but when you try and view it instead on the second, HDMI connected one it will likely be just a field of static. This may not happen the first time you try this, but as soon as you run say Windows Media Player, your codecs will update automatically and you will be unable to view it.
HP technical support was completely useless in debugging this problem, don't bother with them. The problem that causes this, as far as I can ascertain, is the inability of Vista, the bluray player, the drivers and codecs all properly communicating with each other the various security/copywrite permissions that need to happen in order to play video on a dual monitor set up.
The only solution I have found that works, and believe me, I tried many, is to install Slysoft's Anydvd (HD version). This program strips out the different protection schemes from the videos and allows them to play correctly on dual monitor home theater setups with a computer monitor and an HDMI connected tv. I hope HP and the rest of the industry figure this out and standardize HTPC protocols so the consumer doesn't have to deal with these ridiculous issues.
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