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HP EliteBook 2170p Maintenance And Service Guide

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Determining the BIOS version
To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed
on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.
BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed as follows:
1. Start Computer Setup.
2.
Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > System Information.
3.
To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of
the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press
enter.
NOTE: You can also determine the BIOS version by turning on or restarting the computer, pressing
the esc key while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the
screen, and then pressing the f1 key. Follow the on-screen instructions to exit this screen.
Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION: CAUTION: 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 from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Suspend or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
1. Open your web browser. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For
worldwide support, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want
to download.
3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the
product box, and then press enter. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and
access the BIOS update you want to download.
4. Click your specific product from the models listed.
5.
Click the appropriate operating system.
6. Go to the BIOS section and download the BIOS software package.
7. Follow the installation instructions as provided with the downloaded BIOS software package.
116 Chapter 5 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics

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HP EliteBook 2170p Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bus typeDMI
SteppingL1
Tjunction105 °C
Processor cache3 MB
Processor cores2
Processor modeli5-3437U
System bus rate5 GT/s
Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
Processor seriesIntel Core i5-3400 Mobile Series
Processor socketBGA 1023
Processor threads4
Processor codenameIvy Bridge
Processor frequency1.9 GHz
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor lithography22 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor front side bus- MHz
PCI Express slots version2.0
Processor boost frequency2.9 GHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
ECC supported by processorNo
PCI Express configurations1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)17 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)19
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes16
Motherboard chipsetIntel® QM77 Express
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory4 GB
Memory clock speed1600 MHz
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory- GB
HDD speed7200 RPM
HDD interfaceSATA
Storage mediaHDD
Card reader integratedYes
Total storage capacity500 GB
Compatible memory cardsSD
Number of HDDs installed1
Display surfaceMatt
Display diagonal11.6 \
Display resolution1366 x 768 pixels
Native aspect ratio16:9
Intel segment taggingEnterprise
On-board graphics card ID0x166
Discrete graphics card modelNot available
On-board graphics card modelIntel® HD Graphics 4000
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card base frequency650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1200 MHz
Audio systemSRS Premium Sound Pro
3G standardsHSPA+
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
Bluetooth version4.0
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Mobile network generation3G
Charging port typeDC-in jack
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
USB 2.0 ports quantity-
eSATA/USB 2.0 ports quantity0
Pointing deviceTouchpad
Operating system installedWindows 7 Professional
Form factorClamshell
Product typeLaptop
Product colorStainless steel
Housing materialMetal
Country of originChina
Processor codeSR0XE
Processor ARK ID71259
Processor package size31.0 x 24.0 (BGA1023) mm
Supported instruction setsAVX
Intel Identity Protection Technology version1.00
Battery capacity48 Wh
Battery life (max)8.25 h
Number of battery cells6
AC adapter power65 W
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth192 mm
Width292 mm
Height26.5 mm
Weight1330 g

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