HP EliteBook 8570w User Manual

Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP Web site.
Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.
Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding
installing and troubleshooting the file.
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.
146 Chapter 5 Computer Setup

HP EliteBook 8570w Specifications

General

Bus type	DMI
Stepping	E1
Tjunction	105 °C
Processor cache	8 MB
Processor cores	4
Processor model	i7-3820QM
System bus rate	5 GT/s
Processor family	Intel High End Desktop Processors
Processor series	Intel Core i7-3800 Mobile Series
Processor socket	BGA 1224
Processor threads	8
Processor codename	Ivy Bridge
Processor frequency	2.7 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	3.7 GHz
Processor operating modes	64-bit
ECC supported by processor	No
PCI Express configurations	1x8, 1x16, 2x4, 2x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	45 W
Number of processors supported	1
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)	27
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes	16
Motherboard chipset	Intel® QM77 Express
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory	8 GB
Memory clock speed	1600 MHz
Internal memory type	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	- GB
HDD speed	7200 RPM
HDD interface	SATA
Storage media	HDD
Optical drive type	CD-RW/DVD Combo
Card reader integrated	Yes
Total storage capacity	750 GB
Compatible memory cards	MMC, SD
Display diagonal	15.6 \
Display resolution	- pixels
LightScribe	-
Graphics card family	Intel, NVIDIA
Intel segment tagging	Enterprise
On-board graphics card ID	0x166
Discrete graphics card model	NVIDIA® Quadro® K3000M
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)	1250 MHz
Audio system	SRS Premium PRO
Number of built-in speakers	2
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet
Networking standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u
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
Pointing device	Touchpad
Operating system installed	Windows 7 Professional
Form factor	Clamshell
Product color	Black
Country of origin	China
Battery life (max)	- h
AC adapter power	200 W
Sustainability certificates	EPEAT Gold, ENERGY STAR
Processor code	SR0MK
Processor ARK ID	64889
Processor package size	37.5 x 37.5 (rPGA988B); 31.0 x 24.0 (BGA1224) mm
Supported instruction sets	AVX
Intel Identity Protection Technology version	1.00

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	382 mm
Width	345 mm
Height	25.75 mm
Weight	3000 g