I love my g60-230 and now the 17in model is available with a core 2 duo and 4 gig of RAM starting 10/21. If you trade in an old laptop with xp or vista price drops to $475 with free in-store pick up. It's no gamers paradise but the graphics card is fine for everything else. You might be able to use a staples coupon if you get around the technology exclusion. Please let me know what you think before I get one for a friend.

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HP G71-340US
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T6600
Memory (RAM) 4GB
Memory Type DDR2
Expandable to 8GB
Hard Drive Size 320GB
Hard Drive Type SATA
Optical Drive LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVDñR/RW with Double Layer Support
Display Size 17.3"
Display Type High-Definition HP LED BrightView
OS Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Type 6-Cell Lithium-Ion
Network Card Intel WiFi Link 1000BGN
Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
Other ports 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
# of USB slots 3
Bluetooth No
Dimensions 16.24"(L) x 10.90" (D) 1.42" (min) - 1.77"(max) (H)
Weight 6.72lbs
Warranty 1 year
Extra Features HP Imprint finish & HP Webcam with integrated microphone; 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader