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Technical white paper | HP Z840 Workstation

Chassis and system highlights

Extreme expandability without the extreme size. HP is proud to introduce the

ultimate in high-performance computing—the Z840 Workstation. Building on

the award-winning design of its predecessors, the HP Z840 delivers an

enhanced feature set without an increase in size.

Mobility and exibility

With integrated front and rear full-grip carrying handles and slick foot pads, the HP Z840 can be easily moved to a new

location or to gain better access. The exible HP Z840 design can be used in desk-side installations, or rack-mounted

using HP’s enterprise-class, fully extendable rails. To help eliminate bottlenecks with external devices, HP Z840 also

provides eight easily accessible SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports. Four USB 3.0 ports can be found on the front and four on the

rear of the system. In addition, a convenient landing tray has been integrated into the top surface for accessories, such as

a mobile device being charged by the front charging USB port.

The HP Z840 has the power and features needed to quickly get the job done. The dual CPU architecture features sixteen

memory slots, with support for the latest DDR4 memory, and up to seven high-performance expansion slots. With four

internal storage bays, dedicated 9.5 mm height slimline optical bay, and two standard 5.25" external device bays—the

HP Z840 delivers exibility for storage and accessory options. The internal storage bays feature tool-free drive trays

which have been designed to minimize drive vibration, ensuring quiet operation. The drive trays are compatible with

industry standard 3.5" storage devices, and can be easily adapted to accept the smaller 2.5" form-factor. And now, the

HP Z840’s exible design accommodates eight 2.5" drives in the existing internal bays using an advanced high-density

storage carrier option. HP also oers a rich portfolio of external bay adapter options including optical drives, media card

readers, and internally and externally accessible HDD carriers.

Interior design

The streamlined interior is very organized with a consistent user access strategy. All user-serviceable components are

identied with consistent green touchpoints, and the removable service panel is laser-etched to provide users with

a clear layout of the system board, which also provides quick and easy access to diagnostics information. Cables are

hidden or eciently routed, providing better component access and airow management.

HP Z840 Workstation User Manual

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