I think we all suspected that touch was coming to HP’s Elitebook 2740p Tablet PC, the successor to the popular 2730p. We were right. HP has juiced the processor and added capacitive touch to the 2740p and for those who think it looks very similar to its predecessor you’re also correct.
HP has also made Core i5 and Core i7 processors available in addition to the standard low voltage option but this Elitebook Tablet line has always had a range of configurable options. I’m very glad to see that continue. The capacitive touch screen is WXGA also has anti-glare and outdoor viewable options.
HP is also continuing to offer the slice battery and the ultra-think docking station which have been popular options.
You can see a full range of specs below. We’re looking at a starting price of $1600 when it becomes available in April.
| Operating system | Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32 Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64 Windows XP Professional (available through downgrade rights from Genuine Windows® 7 Professional) Genuine Windows Vista® Business 32 FreeDOS |
| Processors available | Learn more about HP notebooks and Intel Centrino vPro technology
Intel® Core™ i7-620M Processor (2.66 GHz, 4 MB L3 cache) |
| Specialized Design | HP 3D DriveGuard; Intel® Core™ i5 with vPro/Intel® Core™ i7 with vPro technology capable |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Memory | 2 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM (Alll memory bus runs at a maximum of 1066 MHz) |
| Memory upgrade | Upgradeable to 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2 SODIMM |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Hard drive | 160 GB 5400 rpm 1.8-inch SATA II 250 GB 5400 rpm 1.8-inch SATA II 80 GB 1.8-inch Solid State Drive 160 GB 1.8-inch Solid State Drive |
| Graphics | |
|---|---|
| Display size | 12.1″ |
| Graphics | Intel® HD Graphics Microsoft DirectX 10 (Shader 4.0) and OpenGL 2.0 capable |
| Integrated camera | Optional 2 MP webcam with Business Card Reader Software |
| Audio, Slots, and Ports | |
|---|---|
| I/O Ports | 3 USB 2.0 1 external VGA monitor 1 1394a 1 combo stereo headphone/mic jack 1 AC power 1 RJ-11 1 RJ-45 1 docking connector 1 secondary battery connector |
| Slots | 1 Express Card/34 1 Smart Card Reader 1 Secure Digital |
| Audio | High Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated stereo speakers; Integrated dual-microphone array; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Combo headphone/mic jack |
| Communication features | |
|---|---|
| Network interface | Integrated Intel Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 NIC) |
| Wireless | Optional HP Mobile Broadband (powered by Gobi™) with GPS; Intel Centrino 802.11a/b/g/n; Broadcom 802.11a/b/g/n; Broadcom 802.11b/g; HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth® 2.1 Wireless Technology |
| Broadband service provider | AT&T, Sprint or Verizon Wireless |
| Product specifications | |
|---|---|
| Weight | Starting at 3.80 lb (1.72 kg) |
| Dimensions (w x d x h) | 11.42 x 8.35 x 1.25 in |
| Energy Efficiency | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 6-cell (44 WHr) Li-Ion; HP Long Life 6-cell (39 WHr) Li-Ion |
| Power supply | External 65-watt Smart AC adapter; HP Fast Charge |
| Manageability | |
|---|---|
| Security management | Standard: HP ProtectTools, Integrated Smart Card Reader, HP Fingerprint Sensor, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, Kensington Lock slot, Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP Spare Key (requires initial user setup), HP Disk Sanitizer; Enhanced Drive Lock, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools Optional: LoJack for HP ProtectTools, McAfee Security Solution |
| Service and Support | |
|---|---|
| Warranty | HP Services includes a one-year or three-year standard parts and labor warranty (depending on model), pick-up or carry-in, and toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support. On-site service and warranty upgrades are also available. |
does this mean it uses both touch and a pen for inking?
That’s what it means.
This is fantastic news… I have a 2710p and love it but so need the extra power that the i5 or i7 will bring. Also top marks for keeping compatibility with the existing slice battery and dock. When can I get one in the UK????!!!??
My boss and I just agreed… we’re going to buy two for us and hand our 2730p’s down to other users. Mmmmm multi-touch!
hm..expected update, but would be more nice if the price was lowered.
Is this one gonna be larger. My 2710 is only 11.5″ long
SAM- I’ll double check on the dimensions. I had the chance to play with one and it feels identical in shape/size as the 2730p.
Is this also wacom like the TM2 series?
I like the 2730P since they added back the tracpad missing in the 2710Ps, and with multitouch and a powerful processor, it might be a good replacement for my aging tx2510.
@Michael – Yes, it is a Wacom digitizer
At 35W max, they won’t last long on battery power…okay for a sometimes mobile tablet, but not so cool for one that’s on the road a lot
They could offer the 18W UM or the 25W LM i7 (1.06ghz or 2.0ghz) for those that want long life.
Overall, HP is really stepping up with the tablets. Yay!
I’d like something like this but with HDMI out – any ideas?