Powerful expansion
With convenient expandability options, the HP Pavilion 500 is the versatile PC that will grow as your needs do. With its clean modern style, it'll fit seamlessly anywhere you put it. With fast processors, strong graphics, and more storage, you've found your ideal PC.
About model 500-290
With a clean modern style, the HP Pavilion 500 offers power and expandability.
Key features
- Windows 8.1
- 4th generation Intel Core i7-4770 Processor
- 8GB PC3-12800 DDR3-1600 SDRAM memory 1x8GB (expandable to 16GB)
- 500GB 7200RPM Serial ATA hard drive
- Intel HD Graphics 4600
- USB chiclet-style keyboard with volume control, Windows 8 hot keys and optical mouse
- SuperMulti DVD Burner
- 4 USB 3.0
- Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n featuring Single-band (2.4Ghz) 1x1
- 1 year limited hardware warranty and 1 year technical support
Product highlights
- Featuring Windows 8
- Windows 8 enhanced keyboard/mouse: A sleek keyboard/mouse combo with hot keys allows for intuitive navigation of Windows 8.
- DTS Sound+: Delivers immersive surround sound complete with deep bass, clear dialog and maximum volume to multimedia content.
- CyberLink: We've got your multimedia needs covered. With powerful photo and video editing - even an enhanced video experience.
- HP Connected Music: A unique music application providing limitless discovery, HP Connected Music seamlessly integrates your collection with leading music and radio services.
- HP Connected Photo: Sync photos across your PC, smartphone and tablet with HP Connected Photo. Capture, store and order prints on Snapfish, or share them on social networks.
- HP SimplePass: Easily access your online accounts with a single password or PIN, and keep your identity to yourself. HP SimplePass remembers your passwords, so you get to the good stuff faster.
- Box: Finally, all of your mobile content is in one place. Free 25GB lifetime cloud storage from Box.
- McAfee: Free 30-day Trial of McAfee LiveSafe service included. McAfee LiveSafe service enriches your digital life by protecting your data, identity and all your devices so you can connect with confidence.
Energy efficiency your way
HP is committed to global citizenship and environmental responsibility. Do the environment - and your wallet - a favor when you use the HP Pavilion 500 PC that meets strict energy-efficiency and helps reduce your carbon footprint.
- All HP computing products are delivered by SmartWay carriers.
- Recycled packaging
- Eligible for free recycling or cash back through HP's Planet Partners Recycling and Consumer Buyback programs
Here to keep you happy
HP Total Care provides award-winning 24x7 service and support in the U.S. and normal business hours for Canada and Latin America.
During your limited warranty period, enjoy:
- 24x7 technical assistance via on-line chat, e-mail, HP Support Forum or HP Total Care.
- Parts and labor coverage, including customer-replaceable parts, return of equipment to HP, and authorized service provider options.
- Toll-free technical and limited software support in English, French or Spanish
In addition, and at no charge, you get lifetime access to HP's Support Forum in English, French or Spanish and HP Support Assistant, a free self-help tool that's built right into Windows based PC's. HP also offers a variety of enhanced services and options both in and out of warranty to give you peace of mind and extend the coverage on your pc.
Need more? Say hello to HP SmartFriend - 24/7 personalized service, including "how-to" help on everything from virus removal to software setup to printing problems. Get support over the phone or let us log into your PC remotely and solve the problem for you. Single use and subscription plans available.
Specifications
Operating System
- Windows 8.1
Processor
- 4th generation Intel Core i7-4770 Processor
Processor Speed
- 3.40GHz
Cache
- 8MB Cache
Memory
- 8GB PC3-12800 DDR3-1600 SDRAM memory
- 1x8GB (expandable to 16GB)
Hard Drive
- 500GB 7200RPM Serial ATA hard drive
Optical Drive(s)
- SuperMulti DVD Burner
- Write: 16x max DVD?R, 8x max DVD?R DL, 8x max DVD+RW, 6x max DVD-RW, 5x max DVD-RAM, 40x max CD-R, 24x max CD-RW
- Read: 16x max DVD-ROM, 40x max CD-ROM
- Data transfer rates up to 6,000 KB/s (CD read/write) and 21,600 KB/s (DVD read/write)
Video Graphics
- Intel HD Graphics 4600
- Up to 1792MB Total Available Graphics Memory as allocated by Windows 8
Network Interface
- 10/100/1000 Base-T Network
Wireless Connectivity
- Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n featuring Single-band (2.4Ghz) 1x1
Sound
- High Definition Audio with up to 5.1 surround sound capabilities
- DTS Sound+
Memory Slots
- 2 DIMM (240-pin, DDR3) (one available)
Expansion Slots
- 3 PCI-E x1 (three available)
- 1 PCI-E x16 (available)
- 1 PCI-E x1 mini socket slot (occupied)
Expansion Bays
- 1 External 5.25" (occupied)
- 1 Internal 3.5" (occupied)
Memory Card Reader
- HP 7-in-1 Media Card Reader-Supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Select, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick MagicGate
External Ports
- Headphone and Microphone
Front I/O:
- 2 USB 3.0
Rear I/O:
- 2 USB 3.0
- 4 USB 2.0
Multi-Display Capable
- One D-Sub and one DVI-D at rear I/O area
Mouse and Keyboard
- USB chiclet-style keyboard with volume control
- Windows 8 hot keys and optical mouse
Power Supply
- 300W Power Supply (internal)
Dimensions
- 15.35 in (L) x 6.91 in (W) x 14.48 in (H) approx.
Weight
- 15.77 lb approx.
Warranty and Support
Warranty:
- 1 year limited hardware warranty and 1 year technical support
- 24x7 technical assistance available online or toll-free by phone
Support:
- Click the HP Support Assistant icon in your taskbar or desktop for easy access to automated maintenance, built-in diagnostic tools, and a choice of assistance options.
- Visit our Consumer Support Forum, available 24x7 in English, French or Spanish
- Contact technical support (available 24x7; toll-free phone, chat, or email)
Software
Communication and Chat
- Pinger: Let your PC handle all your communication with a local phone number, unlimited text messaging to any US/Canada number, incoming calls and voicemail - all for free.
Games
- HP Exclusive! 10 free game rental sessions of Plants vs. Zombies. Your HP computer also comes preloaded with a FREE game - Farm Frenzy ($19.99 value) and HP Games.
- Microsoft Games: (Solitaire, Mahjong) Free pre-installed Windows 8 games, ready to play.
HP Help and Support
- Getting Started with Windows 8: HP's application makes it fun & easy to get to know Windows 8. Let us help you learn the basics of navigating the new Start Screen, powering off your device, and additional tips and tricks through helpful step by step videos.
- HP Support Assistant: With HP Support Assistant, enjoy immediate, always-on, self-help support built right into your PC, for the life of your PC, absolutely free.
Books, Music, Photos and Videos
- Amazon Kindle for Windows 8
- CyberLink PhotoDirector: Makes it easy to create spectacular photos. From the moment your images are imported, the software empowers you with the tools you need to create eye-catching images, including photo management, photo adjustment and advanced editing features.
- CyberLink PowerDirector: Fast, feature-rich and easy to use, the powerful set of integrated tools lets you create brilliant videos. Whether you're practically an expert or a novice. Packed with intuitive and exciting features and is designed for creating brilliant high definition videos that will amaze your friends and family.
- CyberLink PowerDVD: Upgrade your video watching experience with CyberLink's TrueTheater technology including enhanced lighting features and improved audio quality.
- DTS Sound+: A complete audio solution that delivers immersive surround sound, deep bass, clear dialog, crisp audio details and intelligent volume leveling and maximization to all multimedia applications, including music, movies, streaming and games.
- HP Connected Music: Access multiple music sources from one location with HP Connected Music. Listen to radio stations and broadcasts from all over the world with TuneIn Radio and integrate your music library and leading music services in a single, unique application.
- HP Connected Photo powered by Snapfish: Sync photos across your PC, smartphone, and tablet. Crop, rotate, add captions, and more. Then share in seconds with friends and family through your social networks. Picture the fun.
- Netflix: Watch movies and TV online or via DVDs with subscription.
Productivity and Tools
- 7-zip: File Archive Utility
- Box: Simple, secure sharing from nearly anywhere.
- Buy Office: The most powerful Office yet. Your content when and where you need it.
- HP Recovery Manager: Recover, restore, and create recovery media for your PC.
Security and Protection
- HP SimplePass: Access online accounts with a single password or PIN.
- McAfee: Free 30-day Trial of McAfee LiveSafe service included. McAfee LiveSafe service enriches your digital life by protecting your data, identity and all your devices so you can connect with confidence.
