Okay now I'll try this thread in a better order.
I'll do it by manufacturer.

HP Compaq nc8230

Overall: 2 out of 10

Review:
Doesn't actually exist on the manufacturing line.
Modem is not configured right.
Support for this machine is not available.




Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.6 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad, Pointing stick
Weight-- 6.2 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 14 in x 10.2 in x 1.1 in
Display-- 15.4 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1680 x 1050
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 4.5 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Compaq nc6230

Overall: 8 out of 10

Reviews:
Good design, good performance
Many ports are available for business and college needs
Swappable bays
3 year warranty is mininum protection offer

Bad Battery life



Processor-- Intel Pentium M (2 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 80 GB IDE
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad, Pointing stick
Weight-- 5.1 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 12.4 in x 10.1 in x 1.1 in
Display-- 14.1 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1400 x 1050
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 4 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Pavilion zd8000

Overall: 7 out of 10

Reviews:
Outstanding performance
17 inch wide screeen
FM Radio built in

Too huge and heavy
Low battery life
Noisy




Processor-- Intel Pentium 4 (3.6 GHz)
RAM installed-- 1 GB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 80 GB IDE
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 12.1 lbs
Display-- 17 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1680 x 1050
Video RAM installed-- 256 MB
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- Fax / modem
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

HP Pavilion dv1000

Overall: 8 out of 10

Reviews:
Thin and light
DVDs and CDs play without needing boot up
Excellent battery life

Graphics chip reduces gaming performance.







Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.5 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB SDRAM
Hard drive-- 80 GB IDE Internal
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW/DVD
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 5.26 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 13.1 in x 1.2 in x 9 in
Display-- 14 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1280 x 768
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Internal PCI
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Pavilion dv1000

Overall: 7 out of 10

Reviews:

Excellent battery
Excellent performance
Wifi and Bluetooth

Oddly thick
3 prong AC adapter





Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.5 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB SDRAM
Hard drive-- 80 GB IDE Internal
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW/DVD
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 5.26 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 13.1 in x 1.2 in x 9 in
Display-- 14 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1280 x 768
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Internal PCI
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Compaq Rugged Notebook nr3600

Overall 6.5 out of 10


Reviews
Virtually Indestructible!
Wireless options are plentiful
Glow in the dark Keyboard!

Quite Heavy
Expensive
No DVD-R options
Looks weird




Processor-- Intel Pentium 4-M (1.7 GHz)
RAM installed-- 256 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- None
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad, Touch-screen
Weight-- 7.9 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 12 in x 9.8 in x 2.4 in
Cabinet form factor-- Portable
Display-- 12.1 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1024 x 768
Video RAM installed-- 16 MB
Video output-- AGP 4x
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 3.4 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Compaq Business Notebook nx5000


Overall: 7.5 out of 10

Reviews:

6+ Hour battery life
Good audio
Quiet
Looks sleak, great design

3 prong plugs
1 year warranty offered at minimum
Difficult to open






Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.5 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE Internal S.M.A.R.T.
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 6 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 12.8 in x 10.8 in x 1.5 in
Display-- 15 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1024 x 768
Built-in camera-- None
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Video output-- Graphics card
Audio output-- Integrated PCI Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Internal MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional (CD-ROM)
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Compaq Business Notebook nx9110


Overall: 8 out of 10

Reviews:
Excellent workstation
Good Performance
Excellent battery life
Flash memory slots on deck

Heavy
Large
3 prong AC adapter


Processor-- Intel Pentium 4 (3 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE Internal S.M.A.R.T.
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 7.7 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 14.3 in x 11.2 in x 2 in
Display-- 15.4 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1280 x 800
Built-in camera-- None
Video RAM installed-- 128 MB
Video output-- Graphics card
Audio output-- Integrated PCI Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Internal MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 2.5 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional (CD-ROM)
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010

Overall: 7 out of 10

Reviews
Keyboard, touchpad and pointing stick have good configuration options
Lightweight

VERY LIMITED Battery Life



Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.6 GHz)
RAM installed-- 256 MB SDRAM
Hard drive-- IDE / EIDE Internal S.M.A.R.T.
CD / DVD type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 3.5 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 9.2 in x 1.1 in x 11 in
Display-- 12.1 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1024 x 768
Built-in camera-- None
Video RAM installed-- 32 MB
Video output-- Internal
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Internal PCI
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 3.5 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional (CD-ROM)
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Pavilion zv5000z

Overall: 8 out of 10


Reviews:
Good mobile use
Widescreen
Sound is great

Heavy, clumsy
Should get memory upgrades to improve performance



Processor-- AMD Athlon XP-M (1.6 GHz)
RAM installed-- 256 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- CD-ROM
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 7.7 lbs
Cabinet form factor-- Portable
Display-- 15 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1024 x 768
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Video output-- AGP
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Compaq nc8000 series

Overall: 8 out of 10

Review:
Top Performance
Excellent Battery
Cool running
Added security options

Bulky
Pointer and controls are stiff



Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.6 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad, Pointing stick
Weight-- 6.6 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 12.8 in x 10.8 in x 1.6 in
Display-- 15 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1400 x 1050
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Video output-- AGP 4x
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 5.2 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Compaq Tablet PC TC1100

Overall: 7.5 out of 10


Review:
Lightweight
Long battery life
Stylus needs no battery

Clumsy detachable keyboard
Docking station costs extra




Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.1 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE Internal
CD / DVD type-- None
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Digital pen, Pointing stick
Weight-- 4 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 8.5 in x 10.8 in x 0.8 in
Display-- 10.4 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1024 x 768
Built-in camera-- None
Video RAM installed-- 32 MB
Video output-- AGP 4x Graphics card
Audio output-- Integrated PCI Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem Integrated MDC
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
Mfr estimated battery life-- 4.5 hour(s)
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition (CD-ROM)
Service & support type-- 3 years warranty

HP Pavilion zd7000

Overall: 6 out of 10

Reviews:
Fast machine
17+ inch screen
DVD-R/RW; includes external TV tuner
Media Center Edition 2004
Replaces a desktop easy

Heavy and very large
Runs too hot
Short battery life in any setting






Processor-- Intel Pentium 4 (2.66 GHz)
RAM installed-- 256 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 40 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- DVD-ROM
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 9.3 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 15.7 in x 10.9 in x 1.9 in
Cabinet form factor-- Portable
Display-- 17 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1440 x 900
Video RAM installed-- 64 MB
Video output-- AGP 4x
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty

HP Pavilion zt3000

Overall: 8 out of 10

Reviews:
Widescreen
Useful buttons
many ports and slots allow wide variety of use
built in wireless

No onsite service option (buy with caution)






Processor-- Intel Pentium M (1.5 GHz)
RAM installed-- 512 MB DDR SDRAM
Hard drive-- 60 GB IDE
CD / DVD type-- DVD+RW
Removable storage type-- None
Input device-- Keyboard, Touchpad
Weight-- 6.4 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H)-- 14 in x 10 in x 1.3 in
Cabinet form factor-- Portable
Display-- 15.4 in TFT active matrix
Max resolution-- 1280 x 800
Video RAM installed-- 32 MB
Video output-- AGP
Audio output-- Sound card
Networking type-- Network adapter
Modem-- 56 Kbps Fax / modem
Battery installed-- 1 Lithium ion
OS provided-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Service & support type-- 1 year warranty