HP EliteBook 2570p User Manual

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

HP EliteBook 2570p Specifications

General

Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory	4 GB
Memory clock speed	1600 MHz
Memory form factor	SO-DIMM
Internal memory type	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	- GB
LED backlight	Yes
Display diagonal	12.5 \
Display resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Bus type	DMI
Stepping	L1
Tjunction	105 °C
Processor cache	3 MB
Processor cores	2
Processor model	i5-3210M
System bus rate	5 GT/s
Processor family	Intel® Core™ i5
Processor series	Intel Core i5-3200 Mobile series
Processor socket	BGA 1023
Processor threads	4
Processor codename	Ivy Bridge
Processor frequency	2.5 GHz
Processor cache type	Smart Cache
Processor lithography	22 nm
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor front side bus	- MHz
PCI Express slots version	3.0
Processor boost frequency	3.1 GHz
Processor operating modes	64-bit
PCI Express configurations	1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	35 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)	25
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes	16
Motherboard chipset	Intel® QM77 Express
HDD speed	7200 RPM
HDD interface	SATA II
Storage media	HDD
Optical drive type	DVD Super Multi DL
Total storage capacity	500 GB
Compatible memory cards	SD
Number of HDDs installed	1
On-board graphics card ID	0x166
Discrete graphics card model	Not available
On-board graphics card model	Intel® HD Graphics 4000
On-board graphics card family	Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card base frequency	650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)	1100 MHz
Intel segment tagging	Enterprise
Audio system	SRS Pro
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
Bluetooth version	4.0
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
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.
eSATA/USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity	0
Keyboard layout	-
Pointing device	Touchpad
Operating system installed	Windows 8 Pro
Form factor	Clamshell
Product type	Laptop
Product color	Gray
Country of origin	China
Battery capacity	55 Wh
Battery life (max)	- h
Number of battery cells	6
AC adapter power	65 W
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR
Processor code	SR0N0
Processor ARK ID	65708
Processor package size	31.0 x 24.0 (BGA1023) mm
Supported instruction sets	AVX
Intel Identity Protection Technology version	1.00

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	209 mm
Width	305 mm
Height	27 mm
Weight	1630 g