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Fifth Edition: July 2012
First Edition: May 2011
Document Part Number: 648073-005
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not
place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on
a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to
contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer
and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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Service tag ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 20
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 162
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product NameHP EliteBook 8560w Mobile Workstation
ProcessorsIntel® Core™i7 processors
i7-2860QM, 2.50GHz (Turbo up to 3.60GHz), quad-core processor, 8MB
i7-2820QM, 2.30GHz (Turbo up to 3.40GHz), quad-core processor, 8MB
i7-2760QM, 2.40GHz (Turbo up to 3.50GHz), quad-core processor, 6MB
i7-2720QM, 2.20GHz (Turbo up to 3.30GHz), quad-core processor, 6MB
i7-2670QM, 2.20GHz (Turbo up to 3.10GHz), quad-core processor, 6MB
i7-2630QM, 2.00GHz (Turbo up to 2.90GHz), quad-core processor, 6MB
i7-2640M, 2.80-GHz (Turbo up to 3.40), dual-core processor 3-MB L3
i7-2620M, 2.70-GHz (Turbo up to 3.40), dual-core processor 4-MB L3
Intel Core i5 processors
i5-2540M, 2.60-GHz (Turbo up to 3.30), dual-core processor, 3-MB L3
i5-2520M, 2.50-GHz (Turbo up to 3.20), dual-core processor, 3-MB L3
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W
L3 Cache, 8 threads, 45W (not configurable with iAMT)
cache, 4 threads
cache, 4 threads
cache, 4 threads
cache, 4 threads
ChipsetMobile Intel QM67 chipset
GraphicsNVIDIA Quadro 2000M
NVIDIA Quadro 1000M
AMD FirePro M5950
OpenGL Driver Support
PanelAll display assemblies include 3 wireless local area network (WLAN)
antennas and 2 wireless wide area network (WWAN) antennas
39.6 cm (15.6 in) High-Definition Plus (HD+) AntiGlare (AG) LED WVA
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CategoryDescription
39.6 cm (15.6 in) HD+ AG LED WVA with webcam
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD AG LED WVA
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD AG LED WVA with webcam (for use with HP lt2510
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD RGB UWVA display assembly with DreamColor
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD AG RGB LED UWVA Dream Color
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD AG RGB LED UWVA Dream Color with webcam
Support privacy filter
Ambient light sensor
MemoryIn models that use quad-core processors, four SODIMM customer-
In models that use dual-core processors, two SODIMM customer-
PC3-10600, 1333-MHz, DDR3
Supports dual-channel memory
Supports the following configurations:
EV-DO/LTE Mobile Broadband Module)
accessible/upgradeable memory module slots supporting up to 32 GB of
RAM
accessible/upgradeable memory module slots supporting up to 16 GB of
RAM
●2048 MB Total System Memory (2048 x 1)
●4096 MB Total System Memory (4096 x 1)
●4096 MB Total System Memory (2048 x 2)
8192 MB Total System Memory (8192 x 1)
●
8192 MB Total System Memory (4096 x 2)
●
8192 MB Total System Memory (2048 x 4) — only available with
●
quad-core processors
16384 MB Total System Memory (8192 x 2)
●
16384 MB Total System Memory (4096 x 4) — only available with
●
quad-core processors
●32768 MB Total System Memory (8192 x 4) — only available with
quad-core processors
Primary location hard driveCustomer-accessible
Supports RAID 0/1
Supports the following 7.0 mm, 9.5-mm, and 12.7 mm SATA hard drives
(6.35 cm (2.50 in) )
●750 GB, 7200 rpm
500 GB, 7200 rpm
●
320 GB, 7200 rpm Self Encrypting Drive
●
●320 GB, 7200 rpm
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CategoryDescription
Supports the following 6.35 cm (2.5 in) solid-state drives:
●256 GB
128 GB
●
Upgrade bayFixed (removal of 1 screw required)
Customer-accessible
Serial ATA
Supports 500 GB, 7200 rpm drive
Supports the following 12.7 mm tray load optical drives:
●DVD-ROM Drive
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double Layer (DL) Drive
●
Blu-ray Disc ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive
●
●Blu-ray Disc R/RE DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive
Supports “No Drive” option
MicrophoneIntegrated dual-array microphone
AudioHD Audio w/ SRS Premium Sound
Stereo speakers
WebcamIntegrated webcam (720p HD)
Modem56K V.92 MDC data/fax modem
Modem cable not included
Supports “No Modem” option
EthernetIntel 82579LM 10/100/1000 network interface card (NIC), with iAMT
S3/S4/S5 wake on LAN
NIC power down technology
Ethernet cable not included
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of wireless module:
●Intel Centrino® Advanced-N 6205, 802.11a/b/g/n, 2 x 2
Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300 802.11a/g/n, 3x3
●
Atheros 802.11a/g/n, 3x3
●
Three WLAN antennas built into display assembly
Supports “no WLAN” option
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CategoryDescription
Integrated WWAN options by way of wireless module:
●HP un2430 EV-DO/HSPA Mobile Broadband Module supporting GPS
(After Market Option available)
HP hs2340 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module supporting GPS (After
●
Market Option not available)
HP lt2510 EV-DO/LTE Mobile Broadband Module (available only for
●
the 39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD AG LED WVA display panel, part number
653275-001)—-After Market Option not available
Two WWAN antennas built into display assembly
Subscriber identity module (SIM) security (customer-accessible in battery
bay)
Supports “no WWAN” option
Integrated personal area network (PAN) options by way of
HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.1 Wireless Technology
Supports “no WPAN” option
External media cardOne ExpressCard/54 slot
Integrated Media Card Reader supports Secure Digital Card (SD), SD
PortsAudio-in (stereo microphone)
Audio-out (stereo headphone)
DisplayPort (1.1a for models having NVIDIA graphics cards, 1.2 for
RJ-11 (modem)
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
USB 3.0 (2)
USB 2.0 (2)
eSATA/USB 2.0 combo
VGA (Dsub 15-pin)
Bluetooth® module:
High Capacity (SDHC), SD eXtended-Capacity (SDXC), MultiMediaCard
(MMC), and MMCplus (MMC+) formats
modules having AMD graphics cards)
1394a
3-pin AC power
Docking connector
Microphone Input (mono)
Multi-pin AC
DockingHP Docking Station
HP Advanced Docking Station
Keyboard/pointing devicesFull-size keyboard with separate numeric keypad and TouchPad scroll
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zone
CategoryDescription
Backlit full-size keyboard with separate numeric keypad and TouchPad
Dual point (pointing stick and TouchPad) with 3 pointing stick buttons, 3
Spill-resistant design, DuraKey coating
Chemically strengthened glass cover on TouchPad
Taps and gestures enabled by default: 2-finger scrolling, 2-finger zoom
Four launch buttons (QuickWeb/browser, wireless on/off, calculator, and
Power requirementsAC adapter with localized cable plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
8-cell 2.8 Ah (83 Wh) Li-ion battery
8-cell 2.8 Ah (75 Wh) Li-ion battery (Long-life)
Support for 9-cell 73 Wh polymer HP ST09 Extended Life Battery (does
scroll zone (select models only)
TouchPad buttons, and scroll zone
(pinch)
mute volume)
supports 3-pin DC connector):
200W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
●
150W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
●
120W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
●
not support HP Fast Charge)
Support for 9-cell 100 Wh cylindrical HP BB09 Ultra-Capacity Extended
Life Battery (does not support HP Fast Charge)
HP Fast Charge Technology
SecurityIntegrated fingerprint reader
Full volume encryption
Integrated smart card reader
Security cable slot
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) V.1.2
Preboot authentication (password, smart card)
Operating systemPreinstalled operating systems:
Windows 7 Professional 64
Windows 7 Professional 32
Windows 7 Home Premium 64
Windows Vista Home Basic 32
FreeDOS
Microsoft® Office preinstalled with operating system:
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft® Office 2010 Starter
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office 2010 Starter
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CategoryDescription
Web download:
SRDVD Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
SRDVD SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED)
Restore Media:
Windows 7 Professional 64
Windows 7 Professional 32
Windows 7 Home Premium 64
DRDVD Windows 7
Windows Vista Home Basic 32 (available to service only)
Windows XP Professional 64 (available to service only)
DRDVD Windows Vista (available to service only)
Web-only support:
Windows XP Professional 32
Windows XP Professional 64
Windows Vista Business 32
Windows Vista Business 64
Windows Vista Enterprise 32
Windows Vista Enterprise 64
Windows 7 Enterprise 32
Windows 7 Enterprise 64
Windows 7 Ultimate 32
Windows 7 Ultimate 64
Certified:
Microsoft WHQL
SuSE Linux
Novell
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Hard drive
Memory module
Optical drive
Mini-PCI components (WLAN, WWAN, SIM)
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2External component identification
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TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)Left pointing stick buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(2)Center pointing stick buttonFunctions like the center button on an external mouse.
(3)Pointing stickMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
(4)Right pointing stick buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(6)Center TouchPad button Functions like the center button on an external mouse.
(7)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(8)TouchPadMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
(9)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off.
screen.
screen.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad on/off light
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(3)
(4)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on.
(5)
(6)
(7)
Power light ●On: The computer is on.
Wireless light
Mute light
QuickWeb light
Off: The TouchPad is on.
●
●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
NOTE: When the num lock light is on, the numeric
functions on the integrated numeric keypad are available.
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
●
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
●White: Computer sound is on.
On: The computer is on.
●
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(8)
Calculator light●On: The Windows® calculator function is on.
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NOTE: For more information, refer to “HP QuickWeb” in
this guide and to the HP QuickWeb software Help.
Blinking: When the calculator button is pressed, the
●
light blinks 4 times, and then the Windows calculator
opens.
Buttons and fingerprint reader
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2)
(3)
(4)
Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
●
initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
●
button briefly to exit Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings:
Windows 7—Select Start > Control Panel > System
●
and Security > Power Options.
Windows Vista—Select Start > Control Panel >
●
System and Maintenance>Power Options
Or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
●
wireless connection.
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ComponentDescription
(5)
(6)
(7)Fingerprint readerAllows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
QuickWeb button
Calculator buttonOpens the Windows calculator function.
When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the
●
button to open HP QuickWeb.
When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the
●
button to open the default Web browser.
●When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the
button to open the default Web browser.
NOTE: For more information, refer to “HP QuickWeb” in
this guide and to the HP QuickWeb software Help. If your
computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the button
does not perform any action or function.
password logon.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
(3)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with a function key, or the esc key.
(4)
(5)
(6)Integrated numeric keypadWhen the keypad has been enabled, the keys can be used
(7)num lk keyEnables/disables the integrated numeric keypad when
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
like an external numeric keypad.
pressed.
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Front
ComponentDescription
(1)Wireless light
(2)Power light ●On: The computer is on.
(3)Battery light
(4)Drive light
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
●
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
Amber: A battery is charging.
●
●White: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
●Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power
source has reached a low battery level. When the battery
reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins
blinking rapidly.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power
●
source, the light turns off when all batteries in the computer
are fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an
external power source, the light stays off until the battery
reaches a low battery level.
Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is being
●
accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
(5)Display release latchOpens the computer.
(6)Media Card ReaderSupports the following digital card formats:
(7)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
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●MultiMediaCard
MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+)
●
Secure Digital (SD) Card
●
●Secure Digital HC (SDHC) Card
Secure Digital XC (SDXC) Card
●
NOTE: To use the SRS Premium Sound software, select Start
(6)Upgrade bay (Optical drive shown)Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(7)Optical drive eject buttonEjects the optical drive.
Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or
television audio.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone
jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone,
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
USB 3.0 ports (2) (select models only)Connect optional USB devices.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
NOTE: The upgrade bay can hold either a hard drive, an
optical drive, or support a weight saver option.
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Left
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)Vents (2)Enables airflow to cool internal components.
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
DisplayPortConnects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
eSATA/USB 2.0 combo portConnects a high-performance eSATA component, such as
an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB
device.
USB 2.0 portConnects an optional USB device.
USB charging port Connects an optional USB device.
(8)
(9)
1394 portConnects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as
ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
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a camcorder.
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
(2)WLAN antennas (3)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(3)WWAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(4)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(5)Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
(6)Webcam (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
(7)Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safetyand Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
local area networks (WLAN).
wide-area networks (WWAN).
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP >HP Webcam.
lighting conditions in your environment.
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Rear
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only)Connects a modem cable.
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)
(3)
(4)Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
(5) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
(6)
(7)Vents (4)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
SIM slotSupports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The
SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
Bottom cover release latch Releases the bottom cover from the computer.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
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ComponentDescription
(8)
(9)
Bluetooth compartmentContains a Bluetooth device (select models only).
Wireless and memory module
compartments, and hard drive bay
Contains the hard drive, the wireless LAN module slot,
and the memory module slot.
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace
the wireless module only with a wireless module
authorized for use in the computer by the governmental
agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a
warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact technical support
through Help and Support.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
●
Serial number (2). This alphanumeric identifier is unique to each product.
●
●Product part number (3). This identifier provides specific information about the product's
hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
Warranty (4). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for the