HP notebooks and HP laptops will help you do your job better and they'll allow you to work from just about anywhere you choose. With the technology inside today's laptop computers and the quality of Hewlett Packard products, you can enjoy any Hewlett Packard notebook PC you buy for many years.

HP notebooks come packed with features that eliminate the desire to wait for tomorrow's technology. HP has created a large selection of notebooks to meet any need and any price point. As you shop HP notebook vendors, keep the following in mind:

1. HP runs sales and specials at its own online store, so always check their prices, too, as you shop HP notebook vendors.

2. Check for password management and security features like the HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor that prevents others from gaining access to valuable information on your Hewlett Packard laptop.

3. For a laptop with good processing speed, buy an HP laptop notebook that comes with at least 256MB of system memory if you use your laptop for more than emails and creating routine documents.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Visit the HP web store for advice on Hewlett Packard notebooks

In addition to providing HP notebooks for sale online, Hewlett Packard's website provides lots of valuable information to help you make important decisions about buying an HP notebook computer.

I recommend: Answer the questions about your computer usage at HP to determine which Hewlett Packard notebook best fits your business needs before you do any serious shopping. Additionally, peruse HP's Notebook Buying Guide to view demos, and compare and contrast different types of HP notebooks.

Purchase an HP notebook or laptop customized for your business

For business needs, HP breaks down their laptops into 3 categories. High-performance HP notebooks will get you all the power, graphics and gaming capability you need, but they will usually weigh a little more and carry a higher price tag. The HP laptops designed for everyday office use enhance your flexibility to conduct business any time and any place you choose, come at a reasonable price and allow you to add more capability later on as your needs change. HP has designed ultra-light notebooks and tablet PCs, knowing you'll carry your laptop with you if you travel frequently for your company.

I recommend: Consider the Compaq 6820s at Newegg.com or the Pavilion dv9700t series at HP's online store if you want a top-quality laptop for normal office use. If you need an HP business notebook to replace your laptop and all its capabilities, buy the HP 8710p Notebook at TigerDirect. Frequent business travelers should consider an ultra-light HP notebook like an HP Tablet PC 2710p available at pcRUSH.com.

Buy used Hewlett Packard laptops or notebooks from reputable electronics or computer stores

Consider buying a used or refurbished HP notebook PC if your budget just won't allow you to buy the new laptop of your dreams.

I recommend: Start with HP's own price list for refurbished Hewlett Packard laptops at their online store. You should also check out the selection of used HP laptops at USA Notebook and Tech for Less.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  You'll likely consider limited and short battery life as less-than-desirable traits in notebooks. To minimize the issue, look for HP notebooks that have a modular bay that can hold a supplementary power pack.
• •  Before you spend extra money, though, first try cleaning up your notebook to eliminate any programs running unnecessarily in the background that drain battery life. Also, adjust your backlight settings until you find the lowest-acceptable lighting level that works for you.