HP EliteBook 8740W User Manual

NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the
computer.
1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Performing a recovery
In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files:
●
Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover
information you have previously backed up.
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Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your computer): You can use the
discs to recover your operating system and programs installed at the factory.
Recovering your information
To recover information you previously backed up, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup.
The Backup or Restore Wizard opens.
3. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: For additional information on initiating a recovery in Windows, perform a search for this topic
in Help and Support.
Recovering the operating system and programs
CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. All files you have
created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The recovery process
reinstalls the original operating system as well as software and drivers. Software, drivers, and
updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal files must be restored from a
backup.
To recover your operating system and programs, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Shut down the computer.
3. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive.
4. Turn on the computer.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the operating system.
6. After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver
Recovery disc.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers and programs.
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HP EliteBook 8740W Specifications

General

Internal memory	8 GB
Memory clock speed	1333 MHz
Internal memory type	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	32 GB
Motherboard chipset	Intel® QM57 Express
Bus type	DMI
Stepping	B1
Tjunction	100 °C
Processor cache	6 MB
Processor cores	4
Processor model	i7-720QM
System bus rate	2.5 GT/s
Processor family	Intel® Core™ i7
Processor series	Intel Core i7-700 Mobile Series
Processor socket	Socket 988
Processor threads	8
Processor codename	Clarksfield
Processing Die size	296 mm²
Processor frequency	1.6 GHz
Processor cache type	Smart Cache
Processor lithography	45 nm
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor front side bus	- MHz
PCI Express slots version	2.0
Processor boost frequency	2.8 GHz
Processor operating modes	64-bit
ECC supported by processor	No
PCI Express configurations	1x16, 2x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	45 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)	12
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes	16
Number of Processing Die Transistors	774 M
HDD speed	7200 RPM
HDD interface	SATA II
Optical drive type	Blu-Ray DVD Combo
Card reader integrated	Yes
Total storage capacity	500 GB
Display diagonal	17 \
Display resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:10
Discrete graphics card model	NVIDIA® Quadro® FX 2800M
Maximum graphics card memory	1.024 GB
Type	PC
Modem speed	56 Kbit/s
Power supply type	AC/DC
Wireless technology	Wi-Fi
Graphics card family	NVIDIA
Intel segment tagging	Enterprise
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7
Compliance industry standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
Audio system	HD
Number of built-in speakers	2
Pointing device	Touchpad + Scroll zone
Bluetooth version	2.1+EDR
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet
Operating system installed	Windows 7 Professional
Charging port type	DC-in jack
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity	0
Cable lock slot type	Kensington
Password protection type	HDD
AC adapter power	200 W
Certification	ISV
Product type	Mobile workstation
Product color	Black
Country of origin	China
Processor code	SLBLY
Processor ARK ID	43122
Processor package size	37.5 x 37.5 mm
Supported instruction sets	SSE4.2
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology	1.0

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	- g