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If you’re considering picking up the Today’s Special Value® for 4/23, there are a few other products I suggest you check out, too. While not necessary to use with the HP 17.3” notebook, they’ll certainly make your time with it even more enjoyable!

Sooner or later, you’re going to want to move your notebook computer. Sure, it’s not too heavy, but a little extra protection can go a long way. That’s where the SlipIt Pro neoprene case (E167193) comes in. It fits laptops with up to 17.3" diagonal display, has a zip closure, and a handy handle that makes transportation a snap. It even comes with a 2.4GHz wireless mouse that, on its own, is an accessory worth picking up.

Next up, there’s the Cisco Valet Wireless Router with Parental Controls (E166541). If you haven’t upgraded your home network in a while, there’s a good chance a new router could make a world of difference when it comes to surfing the web. Its Wireless-N technology will help you hook up to the Internet with ease, tapping your fancy new computer into the Internet so you can chat with friends, send emails, or access limitless information. Included parental controls add in some management options, giving you the ability to filter specific websites on different computers, making sure your children aren’t going where you don’t want them.

Once you’ve set up your wireless router, the next step is taking full advantage of the flexibility it offers. One of the best ways to do that is with a wireless printer, like the HP Photosmart e-All-in-One (E166588). It supports a number of different pages sizes including letter, legal, and transparencies, and can copy up to 1200 dpi black/1200 dpi color. Best of all, it comes complete with a 4.3" touchscreen, making it easy to hook it up to your network and cut the cords that hold you down.

But if you’re looking to set up a home office, having a dedicated spot can actually be a good thing. That’s where the HP universal notebook stand (E166909) comes in. The included keyboard and mouse help you take control, and the stand holds your notebook in a way that takes it from portable machine to stationary screen, turning any surface into an impromptu office.

That’s about it for the Today’s Special Value for 4/23. Is there anything else you’d suggest people pick up if they’re going to be buying the HP 17” notebook?