HP EliteBook

EliteBook series
Developer Hewlett-Packard Company
Release date August 11, 2008 (2008-08-11)

HP EliteBook is a brand of premium[1] business-class notebooks and mobile workstations made by Hewlett-Packard. The EliteBook series, which slots above the lower-end ProBook series,[2] was introduced in August 2008.[3][4]

Contents

Features

The HP EliteBook line is engineered to meet military MIL-STD-810 standards for reliability and performance under extreme conditions,[5] namely for temperature, altitude, humidity, dust, shock and vibration. The notebooks feature a magnesium alloy chassis, anodized aluminum lid and palm rests, spill-resistant keyboards, active hard drive protection and dual pointing devices (touchpad and pointing stick).[5] Earlier EliteBook models featured the HP Night Light keyboard light (similar to the ThinkLight found on many ThinkPads[6]), while in subsequent generations HP has added a backlit keyboard option to some 15" and 17" workstation models.[7] Select models have SSD storage options.

Current models

The current generation is the xx60 series, announced on February 23, 2011[8] and currently comprising the following models:

The xx60 series features second-generation Intel Core i series processors, a choice of Sandy Bridge integrated or AMD Radeon HD 6470M discrete graphics and chiclet-style keyboards. Mobile workstation models feature Nvidia Quadro or AMD FirePro graphics.[9] The notebooks were also completely redesigned, with a more boxy shape and less plastic used on the surfaces, as well as a larger glass touchpad. The multiple access panels on the bottom of the notebooks were also replaced with a single panel enabling access to all of the internal components.

The 8460p model is claimed to have battery life in excess of 32 hours[10] using an external ultra-capacity battery.

Previous models

The first generation of EliteBooks was the xx30 series. Before that, HP's p- and w-class (professional and workstation, respectively) notebooks weren't branded as EliteBooks, nor did they have the EliteBooks' distinctive anodized aluminum styling.

Second generation

The xx40 series comprises the following models:

The xx40 series brought with itself several changes and new features, including upgrading to the new Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors and DDR3 SDRAM, new semi-chiclet keyboard and for the 14" and 15" models the switch from 16:10 to 16:9 displays. With this series, HP also added DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports to the EliteBook line. Appearance-wise, the workstation models were changed to a darker "gunmetal" finish while the non-workstation models retain the brighter "silver" finish.

Models with quad-core CPUs support up to 32 GB of RAM. Workstation models can be configured with ISV-certified professional graphics cards such as the ATI FirePro M7820 or the nVidia Quadro FX 5000M (as of December 2010 the most powerful workstation-class graphics card on the market,[11] and exclusive to the EliteBook 8740w).

First generation

The xx30 generation comprised the following notebooks:

The 6930p model was notable for being claimed by HP to be the first notebook to break the 24 hour battery life barrier.[5][12][13]

Reception

The HP Elitebook line has been positively received, with PC Mag giving the 6930p notebook a four out of five star review, noting its performance in all-around computing, but giving higher praise to the Thinkpad T400.[14] The 2730p Tablet PC was well-received by GottaBeMobile, but noted shortcomings in its speakers, buttons, and latches.[15] Notebook Review called the 8530w mobile workstations "one of the most impressive workstation-class 15.4" notebooks",[16] and Desktop Engineering found that, "In terms of price, performance, and portability, the HP EliteBook 8530w is a winner."[17]

Geek.com commented: "In summary, you can’t go wrong with the EliteBook 8540p (or the 8xx0 series for that matter). With this flagship business line HP has combined good looks, ruggedness, high performance, and tons of features into one extremely attractive package."[18] IT Reviews said that the 8540p's "relatively high screen resolution is a real draw, and we found the keyboard to be well made and easy to use at full touch-typing speed". However, the site also noted that "it is big and heavy and so not designed for portability, though. And it is expensive too."[19]

The EliteBook 8440p received praise from V3.co.uk for its "attractive and robust design" as well as a "powerful processor" and "good range of features", but the review also noted that the overall appeal of the laptop was diminished by "poor battery life" and HP's choice of 32-bit Windows.[20]

A review by AnandTech gave high scores to the HP EliteBook 8740w with the DreamColor 2 LCD, but noted a somewhat high price tag on built-to-order machines.[21]

History

See also

References

  1. ^ "HP Fuses Style and Mobility for Consumers and Business with Its Largest-ever Notebook Introduction" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. June 10, 2008. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2008/080610xe.html. Retrieved 28-May-2009. 
  2. ^ "Blending Business Chic with Affordability, HP Unveils HP ProBook Notebook PC Line" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. April 28, 2009. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2009/090428xa.html. Retrieved 28-May-2009. 
  3. ^ a b "HP Lightens the Load for Business Travelers" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. August 18, 2008. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2008/080818a.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  4. ^ Harris, Andrea (August 2008). "New HP EliteBook 8000 Series Notebook PCs and Mobile Workstations". http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/feature_stories/2008/08elite.html. Retrieved September 19, 2011. 
  5. ^ a b c Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP (2009). "A tough notebook for tough times". http://www.hp.com/sbso/solutions/pc_expertise/professional_innovations/elitebook/index.html. Retrieved May 28, 2009. 
  6. ^ Vogel, Sandra (February 19, 2009). "HP EliteBook 6930p Review". ZDNet UK. http://www.zdnet.co.uk/reviews/thin-and-light-laptops/2009/02/19/hp-elitebook-6930p-39616174/. Retrieved November 15, 2011. 
  7. ^ "HP EliteBook 8740w Mobile Workstation QuickSpecs". Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. September 29, 2011. http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/13543_div/13543_div.html. Retrieved November 15, 2011. 
  8. ^ a b "HP Unveils Business Notebooks Designed with Precision Engineering" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. February 23, 2011. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2011/110223a.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  9. ^ "HP Unveils Mobile Workstation Portfolio for Ultimate Performance, Design and Durability". April 12, 2011. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2011/110412xc.html. Retrieved December 27, 2011. 
  10. ^ "HP EliteBook 8460p Notebook PC overview". Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. 2011. http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en/sm/WF05a/321957-321957-64295-3740645-3955549-5056942.html. Retrieved 25-Feb-2011. 
  11. ^ "nVidia Quadro 5000M". Notebookcheck.net. http://www.notebookcheck.net/NVIDIA-Quadro-5000M.33864.0.html. Retrieved December 17, 2010. 
  12. ^ a b "HP Breaks the 24-hour Battery Life Barrier" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. September 8, 2008. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2008/080908a.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  13. ^ Miller, Paul (September 8, 2008). "HP specs a 24 hour EliteBook, Dell's 19 hour mark hangs its head in shame". Engadget. http://www.engadget.com/2008/09/08/hp-specs-a-24-hour-elitebook-dells-19-hour-mark-hangs-its-head. Retrieved May 28, 2009. 
  14. ^ Cheng, Cisco (October 16, 2008). "HP EliteBook 6930p Review & Rating". PC Mag. http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2332654,00.asp. Retrieved May 28, 2009. 
  15. ^ Crocker, Warner (October 1, 2008). "GBM Review: The HP 2730p Elitebook Tablet PC". GottaBeMobile. http://www.gottabemobile.com/2008/10/01/gbm-review-the-hp-2730p-elitebook-tablet-pc. Retrieved 28-May-2008. 
  16. ^ Jackson, Jerry (October 6, 2008). "HP EliteBook 8530w Review". Notebook Review. http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4631. Retrieved September 19, 2011. 
  17. ^ Cohn, David (March 2, 2009). "HP EliteBook 8530w Mobile Workstation Includes Brains and Beauty". Desktop Engineering. http://www.deskeng.com/articles/aaapdh.htm. Retrieved September 19, 2011. 
  18. ^ Cangeloso, Sal (March 23, 2010). "Review: HP EliteBook 8540p laptop". Geek.com. http://www.geek.com/articles/chips/review-hp-elitebook-8540p-laptop-20100323. Retrieved December 11, 2011. 
  19. ^ Vogel, Sandra (August 2, 2010). "Hewlett-Packard - EliteBook 8540p review". IT Reviews. http://www.itreviews.co.uk/hardware/h2368.htm. Retrieved December 11, 2011. 
  20. ^ Stapley, Will (September 29, 2010). "HP EliteBook 8440p laptop review". V3.co.uk. http://www.v3.co.uk/v3/hardware/2270639/hp-elitebook-8440p-laptop. Retrieved December 11, 2011. 
  21. ^ Sklavos, Dustin (December 8, 2010). "HP EliteBook 8740w: IPS on the Go". AnandTech. http://www.anandtech.com/show/4049/hp-elitebook-8740w-ips-on-the-go. Retrieved December 11, 2011. 
  22. ^ "HP Brings Style, Performance and Portability to Notebook PCs" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. May 9, 2011. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2011/110509xc.html. Retrieved May 10, 2011. 
  23. ^ "HP Unveils Mobile Workstation Portfolio for Ultimate Performance, Design and Durability" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. April 12, 2011. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2011/110412xc.html. Retrieved April 13, 2011. 
  24. ^ "HP Expands Workstation Series to Include Desk-side, Mobile and Small Form Factor Models" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. March 24, 2010. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2010/100324xa.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  25. ^ "HP Unveils Ultra-thin, Touch-enabled Convertible Tablet and Notebook PCs for Small and Midsize Businesses" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. March 1, 2010. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2010/100301xa.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  26. ^ "HP Helps Businesses Reduce Environmental Impact, Increase Efficiency with Reliable, Faster Performing PCs" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. January 6, 2010. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2010/100106xa.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 
  27. ^ "HP Brings DreamColor Accuracy to Mobile Power Users" (Press release). Hewlett-Packard Development Company, LP. August 11, 2008. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2008/080811xa.html. Retrieved February 26, 2011. 

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