[citation][nom]UnlicensedHitman[/nom]HP laptops aren't that crappy, I like how I can turn on/off the touchpad anytime I want by pushing the button just above the touchpad.[/citation]
Yup, some nice stuff - but some real crap stuff too. Why have laptop makers abandoned hardware sound controls? (Can't turn my sound down or off until it blares the windows logon music - drat!) Also, my TX2120US does not have a Security Key - so I have to open it and use the keyboard. *grumble*
Overall, I give HP a "slightly above average" design grade. However, I do like how you can get a complete parts manual from online. HPs are no "magic black box" if you want to hack it.