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What's the difference?

Learn the feature differences between our s, b, p and w notebooks.
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p series for performance computing

•  Ideal for highly mobile users who need our most business-rugged products
•  Built tough to withstand the rigors of daily mobile use
•  Custom features and longer lifecycles make mobility simple and reliable
Example: HP EliteBook 2510p Business Notebook PC
p series for performance computing
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It's more secure
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Privacy Manager helps encrypt online chats and verify emails NEW!
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Device Access Manager manages security for USB devices
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Fingerprint Sensor
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Smart Card and Java Card support
b series for business computing p series for performance computing TPM embedded security chip and TPM Enhanced DriveLock
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Disk Sanitizer and File Sanitizer (shredders) permanently delete data NEW!
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing SpareKey helps you in case of forgotten passwords
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Security Manager customizes security options NEW!
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing 3D DriveGuard shock absorption for hard drives
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing BIOS security and configuration
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Credential Manager stores all your passwords for you
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Drive Encryption encodes data and folders
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Enhanced pre-boot security
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Power-on authentication

It's easy to use
p series for performance computing Illumi-Lite LED display1 NEW!
p series for performance computing Integrated 2 MP webcams with business card reader NEW!
p series for performance computing Ambient light sensor
p series for performance computing Blu-ray DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL drive
p series for performance computing Dual-microphone array
p series for performance computing Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ technology
p series for performance computing Outdoor viewing display2
b series for business computing p series for performance computing QuickLook 2 lets you check Outlook without booting up NEW!
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Upgrade bay with dual HDD support3 NEW!
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Battery Options deliver industry-leading battery life
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Common drivers and utilities across most HP notebooks
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Dual-microphone array4
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Lifecycle Management , Client Manager and OpenView Client Configuration Manager help manage and deploy notebooks
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Mobile Broadband helps you connect from more places in the world
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Proactive Change Notification helps you plan ahead
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing SoftPaq Download Manager manages software package downloads NEW!
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing BrightView displays
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Fast Charge
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing FreeDOS preinstalled
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Integrated Bluetooth® technology (optional)
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Linux tested and certified
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Quick Tile & Quick Zoom enhance screen views with a single touch
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Smart AC Adapters
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Ultra wide-viewing angle display
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing VGA webcams5
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing VoIP-ready
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WLAN
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Wireless Assistant

It's reliable
p series for performance computing DuraCase business-rugged structure NEW!
p series for performance computing RAID 0 (striping) and RAID 1 (mirroring) help protect your data6 NEW!
p series for performance computing DuraKeys protected keyboard
b series for business computing p series for performance computing DuraFinish scratch-resistant finish
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Magnesiuim alloy support structure (select models)
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Metal alloy hinges
b series for business computing p series for performance computing One-touch productivity controls4 launch applications with one swipe
b series for business computing p series for performance computing Spill-resistant keyboard
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing 3D DriveGuard shock absorption for hard drives
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing HP Total Care
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Total test process
s series for essential computing b series for business computing p series for performance computing Panel Protection System protects panel from keyboard scuffs

Key:
s series for essential computing s series for essential computing
b series for business computing b series for business computing
p series for performance computing p series for performance computing
w series for workstation performance w series for workstation performance
1.  Illumi-lite displays are only available on p series notebooks.
2.  Outdoor viewing display is only available on p series tablet PCs.
3.  This is available with all b, p and w series notebooks except ones in the Ultra-light series.
4.  In b series notebooks, this is only with optional webcam. p and w series notebooks include dual-microphone array as a standard feature.
5.  VGA webcams are included with the s and b series notebooks. p and w series notebooks feature 2.0 MP webcams with business card readers.
6.  Requires optional second hard drive for RAID 1 real-time data mirroring.
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