Frequently Asked Questions:
NOTE: Some of this information is several months old and now may be incorrect. An update is in progress; please check back in a few days.
Is the DreamColor display the original DreamColor or the DreamColor 2?
The press release confirms that the 8740w will be offered with a new DreamColor display. HP Fansite referred to the display as DreamColor 2. Also, orders with DreamColor contained the following line item: VG322AV LCD 17.0 WUXGA+WVA DC2 f/CAM 8740w.
When will the DreamColor 2 display be available?
HP initially offered DreamColor 2 in late March, but later cancelled the orders. HP provided no public explanation. In late June, HP once again started taking orders for systems with DreamColor 2. Initial delivery is estimated for mid-July.
Is the DreamColor 2 display a 10-bit IPS panel?
Yes, according to HP Fansite. The press release confirms 10-bit color, but not the panel technology. A post in this thread claims an email from HP confirming the technology as IPS. (credit: NotebookGrail)
Will the DreamColor 2 be available with all of the offered GPUs?
Yes. There was an early rumor, based on a comment at HP Fansite, that the DC2 and ATI M7820 were incompatible, and thus the DC2 would only be offered with the nVidia 2800M and 3800M. That appears to be false. This YouTube video shows the 8740w being demonstrated with M7820 and DC2 by an HP employee at a trade show.
What are the differences between the ATI FirePro M7820, nVidia Quadro FX 2800M, and nVidia Quadro FX 3800M?
Articles at HP Fansite and Engadget indicate that the M7820 is based on the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5870, a top-tier card. The M7820 differs from the 2800M/3800M in that it likely will support DirectX 11 and ATI's Eyefinity multi-monitor technology. The GPUs will differ further in their certifications for various professional applications.
How many external screens and what max resolution does the M7820 support (via ATI Eyefinity)?
This YouTube video and this Tom's Hardware article show the 8740w driving three external monitors in addition to the built-in panel. A post in this thread claims support for up to four external monitors.
How many memory slots does the 8740w have?
Dual-core models come with two memory slots, quad-core with four memory slots. (credit: Thecla)
What make/model is the 256GB SSD offered by HP? Does it support TRIM?
Probably Samsung. Don't count on TRIM support until HP finishes testing the firmware.
Does the 8740w have a backlit keyboard?
The 8740w may be configured with a backlit keyboard.
What kind of discounts or coupon codes are there?
Some report discounts up to 28% by calling particular HP reps. HP also regularly offers a discount on its web site.
*HP EliteBook 8740w Owners Lounge - PART 2*
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