| Compaq Presario SR5250NX Desktop PC (Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor E2140, 1 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) |  | List Price: $647.00
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 14 reviews)
Sales Rank: 1377
Category: Personal Computer
Publisher: Hewlett Packard
Studio: Hewlett Packard
Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Label: Hewlett Packard
Media: Personal Computers
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
Shipping Weight (lbs): 26
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 16.8 x 9.6
MPN: gn582aa#aba
Model: SR5250NX
UPC: 883585318919
EAN: 0883585318919
ASIN: B000VFKLOO
Release Date: October 7, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Affordable family multimedia desktop PC with 1.60 GHz Intel Pentium E2140 dual-core processor | | • | 320 GB hard drive, 1 GB installed RAM (4 GB max), 16x multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD drive | | • | Intel GMA 950 with 64 MB of dedicated memory; 10/100 Ethernet | | • | Connectivity: 6 USB, 1 VGA, 1 S-headphone/line-out, 1 microphone, 15-in-1 memory card reader | | • | Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities); includes keyboard and scroller mouse |
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Product Description
HP COMPAQ PRESARIO SR5250NX PC
Amazon.com Product Description
Whether you're e-mailing family and friends, balancing your online checkbook, or listening to your digital music collection, the newly restyled HP Compaq Presario sr5210nx desktop PC offers a versatile, strong base for your home computing needs as well as easy-to-use multimedia features. Focusing on affordability, this desktop provides room to grow with the ability to add up to 4 GB of RAM, available PCI and expansion slots, and access to a wide variety of peripherals via its seven USB 2.0 and two FireWire ports. It's also chock-full of security and productivity software to get you going as soon as the PC's unpacked from its box, including Symantec Norton Internet Security 2007 and Microsoft Works 8. You can also easily burn your home video productions to DVD for friends and family with the 16x dual-layer, multi-format LightScribe DVD/CD burner, which enables you to store up to 8.5 GB of data on a DL disc, and manage your family's photo library with HP Photosmart Essential 2 software. Other features include a 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium E2140 dual-core, 64-bit processor, 320 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), Intel GMA 950 video card with 64 MB of dedicated video memory, and 6-channels of surround sound audio. It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which 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. The Basics
- Processor: The 1.60 GHz Intel Pentium E2140 dual-core processor delivers additional computing resources and help expand the PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly. And its Intel 64 architecture is also ready for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, and offers enhanced performance through improved virtual memory. Each core shares 1 MB of L2 cache, and they have an 800 MHz front-side bus. (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.)
- Hard Drive: The extra large 320 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (7200 RPM) offers a wealth of storage space, perfect for storing a vast multimedia collection or for editing digital video. This SATA hard drive has a 3Gb/s interface speed that enables up to 300MB/s data transfer rates (double the speed of the current SATA interface of 1.5Gb/s).
- Memory: The 1 GB of installed RAM (2 x 512 MB, PC2-5300) is a good start, but you'll want to add more RAM to handle today's demanding multimedia and productivity suites. This desktop has a good 4 GB maximum RAM capacity (4 x 1 GB). Also, to receive the benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
- 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 8x DVD-R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R DL Write Once, 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD+RW, 16x DVD-R, 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 a Compaq keyboard and scroller mouse (both with PS/2 connections).
Screen, Video & Audio
Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which uses Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and provides 64 MB of dedicated graphics memory. Windows Vista can also allocate up to 256 MB of total graphics memory from the system memory. It also has an integrated audio card that can produce high definition surround sound configurable to 8 speakers. Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
For expansion, this desktop has two PCI slots (one available), one PCI Express x16 slot (available), one PCI Express x1 slot (available), two 5.25-inch external bays (one available), three 3.5-inch bays (two available). It comes with the following external connections: - 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 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 headphone (front)
- 1 microphone/line-in/line-out (rear)
- 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+
It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems). Operating System
Windows Vista Home Premium 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
Includes Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial), Muvee Autoproducer, Roxio Creator 9 Basic, Roxio MyDVD 9 Basic, HP Photosmart Essential 2, HP DVD Play 2.4, and Symantec Norton Internet Security 2007 (with 60 days of Live Update). Dimensions & Weight
It measures 6.7 x 14.9 x 16.8 inches (WxHxD) and weighs approximately 21 pounds. What's in the Box
The HP Compaq Presario sr5250nx 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.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 Afforable price but full of hassles November 7, 2008
I bought this computer at Best Buy, October 2007, on sale for roughly $450 or so. Not a bad computer for the money, however when having to contact HP for anything you will want to punch yourself in the head. Their customer service is outsourced, as most are these days. It was terribly frustrating to speak to someone I could barely understand that had to repeat everything I said back to me. The base warranty is crappy, as others have mentioned... you can't take it back to Best Buy without paying unless you paid extra for their warranty, and when you call HP they expect you to open the computer and detach wires unless you want to wait forever to send it back.
I'll start with the good. The hard drive is HUGE... to buy a base model computer and get a 320 gig hard drive is awesome. So much storage for my music, pictures, etc. Windows Vista Premium is nice, it does have its bugs (I'll explain later) but it's a fairly decent OS. Nice to look at. I hadn't bought a computer in 5 years, so getting headphone and aux jacks on the front as well as a memory card reader was a nice perk, although I think that's pretty standard nowadays. I listen to a lot of music on it and with slightly upgraded speakers from my old PC that include a woofer, I get very nice sound... although I wouldn't say it's "high definition" as the advertisements boast. It's fairly good, standard sound that most every computer produces.
As for the bad... here we go. From the get go, as soon as I installed Vista I started getting errors that crashed my computer. Two or three times EVERY DAY I would get a random error appearing from the system tray, and after googling it found out it was a failure in the intergrated graphics card. The computer would work slowly for about another 30-60 seconds after the message would appear, and it would black screen and freeze. I made multiple calls to HP and Intel, and kept getting told that I needed to update my graphics drivers. I did so repeatedly and nothing changed. Then I read online that updating the BIOS driver may help. Unfortunately, I could not find the model number for the motherboard in any of the paperwork or in any Vista settings. I gave up. Finally, a good 6 months or more after I purchased the computer, Intel released an update which came through automatic update and it finally fixed the problem. About time.
The memory card reader worked great for a few months. Then the SD slot, which is the ONLY ONE I ever use, stopped working. All the others work fine if I borrow a friend's card to test. I called HP about that as well, and they wanted me to do a system restore to try and fix it, which would essentially wipe out my computer. I would've had to back up all of my pictures, music, etc. Too much of a hassle, so I've given up thus far. I've resorted to using yet another USB cord to attach my camera. Eventually I will try calling HP again and telling them I tried a system restore (even though I didn't) and hopefully get the card reader fixed. Although it's going to be horrible to be without a computer for a month or more, based on what others users have said.
So the graphics card issue has been resolved and maybe everyone won't have memory card reader problems. But this one applies to everyone so read carefully! As other users have mentioned, the integrated graphics card isn't quiet powerful enough to run Windows Aero, which makes the detail on the screen much nicer and adds a few desirable features. You can disable Aero but that seems retarded because that's one of the very few perks of Vista Premium over Vista Basic, so why give the consumers an OS the computer has trouble supporting? You may want to consider upgrading the graphics card if you want more flawless performance graphics-wise, and definitely upgrade if you are a gamer of any sort.
Also, the 1 gig of memory may seem like a lot, but if you're a Windows XP user be warned that Vista is a MEMORY HOG!! I installed a CPU/RAM monitor, and running Vista with Aero and sidebar and no other programs utilized roughly 75-80% of my RAM. You can cut down a little if you turn off sidebar or Aero, but again I expect that I should be able to use all the advertised features of the PC immediately out of the box. Add in your web browser and media player, and you're already using all of your physical memory and additional virtual memory, which slows your computer down and doesn't work as efficiently as physical memory. I noticed that someone said the computer could upgrade to 4 gigs of RAM, but I don't believe that is true. In all the research and phone calls and everything I've gone through with the PC, I've only ever seen 2 gig as the max. And there's only 2 memory slots which are both utilized with two 512mb memory sticks. So now instead of buying a 1 gig memory stick to add, I have to buy 2 if I want the full 2 gigs. Then the old memory is sitting around useless.
Finally, the CPU fan was getting a little loud as of late. Today as I was writing this, it sounded like it went into hyperdrive for a second and I thought it was going to blow. However it seems to have returned to normal, I just hope it's not a sign of ANOTHER problem I will have.
Overall, I wouldn't really recommend this PC unless you're getting a great deal on it. I only paid $450 and I don't feel I'm getting my money's worth. I would recommend looking at other PC manufacturers and reading reviews before buying, because for $450 you can do a lot better. Too many problems and horrible customer service. If you do end up buying it, be sure to get an extended warranty from either HP or your retailer!!
 Good price!!!! July 11, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Got this for a good price. Hate that they filled the two memory slots with 512 each because I wanted to upgrade it to 2gb. I purchased the extra 1gb for $29 when I brought the computer for $262 4th of July weekend. Since I am giving this computer to relatives that have a dinosaur of a computer, I will not use the extra 1gb memory. What will I do with the free 512mb chip? I'm returning the memory to cut down on costs. Now my total is $262, a real good deal for a Pentium Dual-Core Processor that can be upgraded to 2gb. I've used it for a day or two and already have Vista on two other systems, so no complaints from me. The kids are going to love this. If you get it low buy but if it's over $319+ put a little more and get a system with more memory and a little faster processor. Keep looking until you find your value for the buck.
computer April 6, 2008
This computer does not have slots for photo memory cards. It isn't very fast. This is my first time with Vista. I'm not happy with that yet.
The price was right and it worked fine right out of the box. I added a 21" wide screen and wireless keyboard/mouse to it and I'm happy, over all, with the set up
 LEMON and then POOR SERVICE February 28, 2008
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
Very disappointing. On starting up the PC for the first time, I got an error message "CPU Fan Failure .... system will shut down to prevent damage". After spending over an hour on the phone trouble shooting it with HP's tech support, I had to ship it back for service. Two or three weeks later, it came back. TheY replaced the motherboard and cpu fan. Tried starting it up again. This time, nothing whatosever appeared on the monitor. Spent another 1 or 2 hours on the phone with HP's support people. Finally, it turned out to be a cable inside the PC that was not seated properly. I had to unplug the cable and plug it back in for it to work. Note, this is a cable INSIDE the PC that had to be reconnected. Now it worked, or so it seemed. I tried to add some memory to it (this is only 2 months after first starting up the PC). In the process of adding more memory, I discovered that one of the memory banks was not working. Once again, spent an hour or two on the phone with HP support for them to confirm that one of the memory banks was not working. Just to be clear, that meant that the PC was running on 512MB of RAM instead of 1GB. I called their support people again trying to get my money back or a replacement PC. They told me only a "Case Manager" could do that for me. They promised a case mananger would call me in the next two days. One week later, no phone call. I called again, this time left my cell phone number. Once again was promised a phone call the next day. Nothing. I called again and finally got myself through to a case manager. He told me I should ship the PC back again for repair. I told him the last time I did that it came back defective and I didn't want to go through the hassle of shipping it again. He told me I have to ship it back twice before they'd ship me a replacement PC. I told him that was unacceptable but no budging on their part. The best they could do for me was to send a technician out to my house to fix it instead of me shipping it back. Even that was limited because the case manager told me that the technician would only replace the motherboard, not do any more troubleshooting. I preferred the technician over shipping it back. So we scheduled a technician and they FedEx'd a new motherboard to me for him to install. He came yesterday, spent an hour working on the PC only to find out that lo and behold, the motherboard they sent was missing a plate on the bottom that attaches it to the inside of the PC. So he put in an order for yet another motherboard to be sent to me. That's where things stand today. I can't wait to see what happens next.
My fundamental message to HP is: If your Support processes are supposed to keep customers returning to you, you might want to reconsider them. Do you really think I'm ever going to buy another one of your products if you expect that I should have to go through the trouble of shipping something back to you TWICE before you finally give me what I paid for? I know once a blue moon a PC will be shipped with issues. I would have been content if after the first time I shipped it back, and it came back with more problems, you offered to replace it then (or give me my money back). But to insist that I should send it back twice before you replace it with a new machine shows an unbelievable lack of customer understanding. Would you do that? I doubt it. It seems to me your Support policies have been developed from an internal HP perspective as oppsed to a customer perspective. But then again, maybe the object of your policies is not to retain customers, in which case you've certainly succeeded. What's really ironic about this whole experience is that you have probably spent 3 or 4 times the cost of a replacement PC by now with all the hours spent on the phone
 great computer February 26, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I couldn't be happier with my purchase. The computer does everything I need for both personal and business purposes, and the price certainly can't be topped. By far the best PC I've ever owned.
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