HP Elite x2 G8 User Manual

NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode.
1. Start Computer Setup. See Using Computer Setup on page 143.
2. Select Main, select Apply Factory Defaults and Exit, and then select Yes.
NOTE: If you are using arrow keys to highlight your choice, you must then press enter.
NOTE: On select products, the selections might display Restore Defaults instead of Apply Factory
Defaults and Exit.
Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.
NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory
settings.
Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS might be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are
packaged in compressed les called SoftPaqs.
Some download packages contain a le named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing
and troubleshooting the
le.
Determining the BIOS version
To decide whether you need to update Computer Setup (BIOS), rst determine the BIOS version on your
computer.
You can access BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) by pressing fn+esc (if you
are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.
1. Start Computer Setup. See Using Computer Setup on page 143.
2. Select Main, and then select System Information.
3. To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, select Main, select Ignore Changes and Exit,
and then select Yes.
NOTE: If you are using arrow keys to highlight your choice, you must then press enter.
To check for later BIOS versions, see Preparing for a BIOS update on page 144.
Preparing for a BIOS update
Be sure to follow all prerequisites before downloading and installing a BIOS update.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and
install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter.
Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an
optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation,
follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power on the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
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Chapter 9 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start

HP Elite x2 G8 Specifications

General

Form factor	Convertible (Detachable)
Product type	Hybrid (2-in-1)
Product color	Silver
Country of origin	China
Market positioning	Premium
Original brand name	HP
HD type	3K2K
Color gamut	72 %
Display surface	Gloss
RGB color space	NTSC
Display diagonal	13 \
Anti-glare screen	Always gives an optimal view, even in direct sunlight.
Display brightness	450 cd/m²
Display resolution	3000 x 2000 pixels
Display diagonal (metric)	33 cm
Numeric keypad	No
Pointing device	Clickpad
Internal memory	16 GB
Memory clock speed	4266 MHz
Memory form factor	On-board
Internal memory type	LPDDR4x-SDRAM
HP segment	Business
HP speaker type	HP Dual Speakers
SSD capacity	The Solid State Drive's storage capacity in Gigabytes.
SSD interface	NVMe, PCI Express
Storage media	SSD
SSD memory type	TLC
Total storage capacity	512 GB
Number of SSDs installed	1
Repairability index	8.4
Battery weight	190 g
Battery capacity	47 Wh
Number of battery cells	2
Discrete graphics card model	Not available
On-board graphics card model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Front camera HD type	Full HD
Antenna type	2x2
Wi-Fi standards	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version	5.0
WLAN controller model	Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201
WLAN controller manufacturer	Intel
Charging port type	USB Type-C
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.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity	0
Processor cache	8 MB
Processor cores	4
Processor family	Intel® Core™ i5
Processor threads	8
Configurable TDP-up	28 W
Processor frequency	- GHz
Processor cache type	L3
Configurable TDP-down	12 W
Processor boost frequency	4.4 GHz
Configurable TDP-up frequency	2.6 GHz
Configurable TDP-down frequency	1.1 GHz
AC adapter power	65 W
Operating system installed	Windows 11 Pro
Package depth	483 mm
Package width	69 mm
Package height	305 mm

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	221.9 mm
Height	14.2 mm
Weight	1170 g
Depth (tablet mode)	215.8 mm
Width (tablet mode)	289.3 mm
Height (tablet mode)	8.8 mm
Weight (tablet mode)	820 g