HP EliteBook packs Blu-ray, magnesium alloy cover

The HP EliteBook was just demoed and a German TV personality just attacked the cover with steel wool. Guess the magnesium alloy cover really works. The 14.1 inch (WXGA) screen laptop weighs 4.7 lbs and is military, believe it or not. It passes MIL-STD 810F for high temperature, altitude, humidity, dust and vibration. The EliteBook 6930p is powered by a 45nm Intel Centrino 2 Duo 9000 or 8000 series chip powered by vPro technology and optionally equipped with an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450 with 128 or 256 MB of memory. This is definitely a road warrior with an optional built-in EV-DO/HSPA module and a Broadcom 802.11 a/b/g/ draft-n Wi-Fi chip and Bluetooth 2.0. There are three USB ports and the options for HDD seem endless with 5400 rpm SATA drives in 120/160/250 GB capacities or a 7200 rpm SATA drive in 120/160 GB. There is also an upgrade slot in de n you can insert another hard drive or a Blu-ray drive.

BERLIN, June 10, 2008 - HP today introduced the rugged, aircraft-inspired HP EliteBook Notebook PC as one of 10 redesigned products in its business notebook lineup that combine functionality with sophisticated design. The HP EliteBook is the first of a new notebook family that joins the HP Compaq business notebook series, creating one of the most versatile business notebook portfolios in the company's history. These product families feature a contemporary look and design that delivers the ultimate high-performance PC experience. Packed with the latest mobile technologies, the EliteBook is designed for multiple durability tests as a brushed anodized aluminum chassis combined with a magnesium alloy chassis engineered for maximum protection to keep your PC looking good for longer. Other innovations include HP QuickLook2 software, which can access email, calendar, tasks, and contacts information in seconds at the push of a button.(1) The HP SpareKey feature eliminates the problem of forgotten passwords by a sequence of three pre-determined personal identification questions is used to gain instant access to the system.(2)"The EliteBook's sleek, innovative design combines a sophisticated look with the durability needed to withstand the evolving mobile work environment," said Ted Clark, senior vice president and general manager, Notebook Global Business Unit, HP. “Additionally, HP has integrated the right mix of hardware and software features to deliver a reliable business notebook PC that offers enhanced security and improved usability in a sleek new package.” Choice of the latest processor technologies, incl Eatable AMD Turion™ 64 X2 Ultra dual-core mobile processors(3) and the latest Intel® Centrino® 2 and Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology.(4,5)Select notebooks via HP Mobile Broadband Integrate the latest wireless connectivity.With With Qualcomm's Gobi integrated technology, HP notebooks use a single module, the HP un2400, to support multiple mobile broadband network technologies and multiple wireless carriers. This increases users' international roaming options, providing greater choice and flexibility when choosing a mobile data plan .(6)All HP business notebooks are also designed to be eco-friendly with energy-efficient features, materials selected for easier recycling, and reduced use of environmentally harmful substances. For example, several HP notebooks are optionally available with a mercury-free Illumi-Lite LED display that is lighter and is more energy efficient than standard notebook display tech nology. In fact, HP has set a goal of eliminating all mercury — a potentially hazardous substance commonly found in notebook screens — from its notebooks by 2010. It features a shock-resistant hard drive and a spill-resistant keyboard to protect data Protect against bumps, drops and splashes. It is designed to meet stringent MIL-STD 810F military standard tests(7), which measure the level of environmental reliability and operation in extreme temperatures in excess of 60°C/140°F and below -29°C/-20°F measure vibration and high humidity. The notebook's HP DuraCase inner magnesium shell features a honeycomb pattern that's thermally bonded to anodized aluminum for a solid construction. The HP EliteBook also offers enhanced impact protection for a display that can withstand up to 80 percent more twisting forces than the display housing in older models It also uses anodized aluminum with HP DuraFinish, a protective coating that's six times more scratch-resistant than previous notebooks. These materials are also highly recyclable, facilitating environmentally responsible disposal at end-of-life. The initial ENERGY STAR® qualified HP EliteBook 6930p configuration weighs just 2.1 kilograms. It features a 14.1-inch widescreen display and is optionally available with a mercury-free Illumi-Lite LED display.(8) Setting a new standard for on-the-go productivity, the HP EliteBook 6930p offers up to 15 hours ( 9) of combined battery life with an optional Ultra Capacity battery for all-day productivity. It also offers a choice of optional second hard drive support for RAID 0 (striping) or RAID 1 (mirroring), optional 2 megapixel webcam with business card reader software, and a full range of integrated wireless and security solutions.(8)Customers can also choose between ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450 Graphics with up to 256 megabytes (MB) of dedicated video memory for Choose more graphics-intensive environments or the latest Intel Graphics Accelerator for optimal performance. Series is characterized by its silver finish and magnesium alloy support structure. The new design includes HP DuraFinish, a clear coat applied to the display casing and palm rest that is three times more scratch-resistant than previous models. The b-series notebooks offer an ideal combination of features for mainstream business mobility and include: •HP Compaq 6530b and HP Compaq 6535b – These notebooks are designed for business professionals who commute, are out for office meetings, or occasionally travel. The 6530b and 6535b models are Extremely mobile, offering the latest Intel and AMD processors to meet customers' connectivity needs when using HP Mobile Broadband,(5) Wi-Fi-certified WLAN(10), and Bluetooth® wireless technology.With a 14 .1-inch display, a magnesium alloy support structure and a starting weight of 2.41 kg, these robust notebooks offer a solution for travel without compromising functionality, security, or performance.•HP Compaq 6730b and HP Compaq 6735b – For professionals who want a large 15.4-inch widescreen display, enhanced security, and comprehensive connectivity with HP Mobile Broadband, the Models 6730b and 6735b are equipped with the latest Intel and AMD processors with HP Universal Accessory compatibility. With a starting weight of only 2.69 kilograms, both devices are robust in form and structure strong security features including HP ProtectTools Security Manager. Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools encrypts information on the hard drive to render sensitive information unreadable if a notebook is lost or stolen. For added data security, File Sanitizer permanently erases individual files, folders, and personally identifiable information from the notebook. Recycle the notebook with the knowledge that your business data has been removed. In addition, s-series notebooks feature HP 3D DriveGuard, which uses a three-axis accelerometer to detect sudden movements and take protective measures, protecting the notebook's hard drive from bumps or drops The 6535s offer small business users flexibility with an entry-level, mainstream notebook for a distributed workforce. These notebooks contain Intel or AMD processors to support a variety of Offering options for portability and longer battery life. With Wi-Fi-certified WLAN(10) and built-in Bluetooth wireless technology, customers can choose between the 14.1-inch widescreen WXGA anti-glare display or an HP BrightView display that enhances brightness , contrast and clarity improved.•HP Co mpaq 6730s and HP Compaq 6735s – Designed for small businesses and mobile workers, the 6730s and 6735s offer a 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen display and a choice of Intel or AMD processors to meet high performance and connectivity requirements. With Wi -Fi-certified WLAN(10) and built-in Bluetooth wireless technology, customers can send and receive email or access the Internet - at work, at home or at their favorite hotspots.•HP Compaq 6830s - This notebook offers a 17- Inch diagonal widescreen display, the largest in the series. The 6830s also offers extensive connectivity and additional graphics applications, including ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3410 with 128/256 MB GDDR2 for video memory and 3D games, and ATI HyperMemory, which expands graphics memory with system memory to optimize performance.It includes the latest Intel Core™ 2 Duo processors.Pricing and AvailabilityAll notebooks are expected to ship in late July Estimated street US starting prices range from $799 for the standard HP "s" series product to $1,179 for the HP EliteBook series.(11)Learn more about these HP notebook products PCs and other HP mobility solutions can be found in an online press kit at www .hp.com/personal.