The HP ProBook 4510s is a laptop meant for those owning small businesses. As part of the ProBook series, the HP ProBook 4510s is targeting low-end buyers and to do that, it makes an attempt to combine the characteristics of consumer and business laptops. HP markets it as an affordable set of business notebooks, bearing the functionality every professional requires and giving it a look that makes it stand out from its rivals. The keyboard design is distinctive and buyers can choose between glossy and merlot finishes.
The HP ProBook 4510s is capable of replacing the business user's desktop at a price that works well within a limited budget. Battery life is great and the laptop has pre-installed security software, which is effective in protecting your data.
The HP ProBook 4510s is simple yet it exudes a corporate aura. The plastic surface of the chassis is enticing to look at but it has a tendency to get plenty of smudges and fingerprints. Once you open the laptop, you'll appreciate its subtle color combo of satin and glossy finish.
Did we mention that it was spill-resistant? Another good aspect of the keyboard is the presence of gaps, allowing ease in typing. A numeric pad does wonders to how a business user does computing tasks. Most of its rivals didn't opt for a numeric pad and that's too bad for them. It's a major gripe among typical business users. The touchpad's position towards the left side is also a plus.
The matte finish is a good feature to have when you're in a group and you're showing your screen to viewers who see it from various angles. These may be little things but they're definitely appreciated. The laptop has several business software such as the HP ProtectTools security extras and for hard drive protection, we have the HP 3D Drive Guard system.
For processing, the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU is standard while the Intel Celeron Dual-Core is an option. With regards to graphics power, the buyer can choose between a Mobile Intel GMA 4500MHD or an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4330.
Battery life is recorded to be more than 6 hours - impressive but we got a bit worried by the heat.
CPU - Intel CoreTM2 Duo3 (up to 2.8 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache), Intel Celeron Dual-Core (up to 1.83 GHz, 1 MB L2
cache), Intel Celeron (up to 2.20 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache)
RAM - 1GB up to 8GB
Screen Size - 15.6-inch diagonal LED-backlit display
Operating System - From Windows Vista Home Basic up to Windows Vista Business
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours and 30 minutes
Graphics - Mobile Intel GMA 4500MHD, ATI Mobility RadeonTM HD 4330
ProsThe HP ProBook 4510s is an ideal match for business users who want an affordable laptop that still has the features that are involved in handling the business. We admire the wide and clear screen as well as the comfort we felt while using the keyboard. The security features bring great value to any entrepreneur and since battery life is lengthy, it allows for less anxiety when he or she is out and about.
ConsFingerprints and smudges are left on the surface and on the lid frequently. A fingerprint reader would have been a great addition to enhancing security. Upgrading the base unit is difficult.
ConclusionThe HP ProBook 4510s satisfies the needs of owners of small businesses at an attractive price. When you keep expectations down to tasks related to business, the buyer would definitely be glad with the purchase. Its security features are found on more expensive models so you could consider that a huge come-on.
