8460w, 8560w, 8760w now available

EliteBook Mobile Workstation - Laptops

Just ordered my 8460w: 2.2 quad core, 8gb ram. Should be a nice fast machine in a relatively small package.

FYI, the discount code CTO8460w didn't work online so I called into a sales rep who put the code in manually to get me a 25% discount.

 

Doesn't look the backlit keyboards come on any of the models listed - even the $3,499 8760W. Anyone know how long it usually takes before custom ordering is available?

 

You can configure any new model and the backlit keyboards are available for 65$ extra.

 

Does anyone have any more details regarding this code?

 

Forget the code, you'll do better calling it in or calling/emailing a rep who has given good discounts to other forum members. Last generation the best discounts given were 28% (assuming no extra discounts for delays/problems/inside connections).

 

Thanks Aikimox, I completely missed that.

 

Thanks a lot. Any leads on a reliable rep?

 

Is this the correct URL for configurable 8760w? I just got it by tinkering...I'm trying to shop an 8760W against an M6600 and the listed (custom config) price is favoring the Dell by ~$600 (w/o dreamcolor).

 

I configured a 8560w to as close specs as the M4600 I ordered and with 28% off, it comes out to almost the same as price I paid Dell after discounts.

 

hmm, too bad no preconfig has ATI+DreamColor+2720QM, and customizing it increases the price drastically.

I'm still thinking I'll wait for Ivy Bridge. I also hope HP will consider putting a 3D display in the workstation one, by then. Why have a GPU that supports quad-buffered stereo, and not offer a stereo-capable display?

 

Here's a good deal...$2199 for a quadcore ATI dreamcolor 8560w with 8gb RAM and 500GB HDD... http://h71016.www7.hp.com/dstore/Mi...=3427&BaseId=36225&oi=E9CED&BEID=19702&SBLID=...although for about $200 more you can get a more powerful processor...and lose a backlit keyboard

 

well the company have ordered 1 fully kitted machine, we'll see what it's like when it arrives...

i really wish they would listen to their technicians... sigh

 

Some of the Smart Buy 8560ws actually do come with a backlit KB...just look for them (don't know about any others...)

 

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i strongly recommend avoiding Sam Kramer, who used to be excellent but lately has screwed over a number of people. Word.

 

In that case, ignore my PM.

 

I too, am also very interested in locating a reliable sales representative. Or is getting the 28% discount as simple as calling 866-625-0242?

One more question, are you guys using the discount on configured notebooks only? I'm a student and it'd be very nice for me to use the discount on a cheaper, preconfigured notebook.

 

hp has world wide warranty in this business laptop series ?

 

I recommend Colette Blackwell, she was terrific with my 8560p.

Information below:

 

Unfortunately, that is only a dual core (i7 2630 QM), not a quad. Also, as a pre-configured, there is no way to upgrade the CPU. Or get an SSD. Or Broadband. OK, you can upgrade to SSD fairly easily, but the CPU and no broadband option is a deal-killer for me. Screen is right. 8 GB of ram is right. But CPU is not.

 

That's a good question. Is it?

 

The 2630QM is a quad. It's a bit confusing because Intel also sells the 2620M which is dual-core, but you can always tell by the "Q".

 

As stated above, QM = quad core. Also, it's very easy and typically substantially cheaper to upgrade the memory, broadband, SSD, or CPU (in that order) for most systems. Unless you really need a high end CPU, you won't notice much difference between the quads (except lack of virtualization support).

 

Well, so it is. I stand duly corrected. I had not seen the *30QM promoted before, only the *20M. I've been educated today, so thank you, gents.

Now, as to solving the broadband vacancy, won't that require some fairly major surgery to install wiring inside the top/frame/display area?? Or can that be taken care of more simply?

 

I still can't see them in the business to business portal, can any of you?

 

For me, I'd want the added virtualization stuff that comes with the 2720 and above.

 

Estimated Ship Date: 6/9/2011

Screw this american-style dates! Is it june or september they are talking about?

CC about worldwide warranty.

 

Back in March, she was out on indefinite medical leave. Do you know if she is back?

 

FYI for anyone who wants a pre-config, they can be ordered at CostCentral for quite a bit less than going through HP directly.

 

Yes...it's a quad core nitwit...and I don't see the point for internal broadband when I can just tether a smartphone...

 

Thanks for the tip...I guess that may be a deal breaker for me If I go cheap and try to emulate a computer lab machine w/my beast...ugh...

 

it's june (hopefully) or September (when you most likely will actually get to use it after RMAing it several times...)

 

Hey, I looked for them on CostCentral, but I was unable to find them. Are you sure you were looking at 8x60w's and not 8x60p's?

 

Just search for 8460w or 8460w or8760w, here is an example of one on their site: HP EliteBook Mobile Workstation 8560w (XU086UT#ABA) - Laptops / Notebooks

 

Yes, I already acknowledged my ignorance on that point. Yesterday. No need to use derogatory language.

 

Thank you so much! I love you man!

 

No problem. Debating whether to order this and cancel my Lenovo x220 order. I know they don't sound very similar, but for me the attraction is a great screen on a laptop.

 

Derogatory would already have been filtered...and look above...I've been showed up too...

 

not in any of the German distributor TopConfig portals.

Ingram and Actebis started listing the LW924AW#ABD (8560W CI5-2540M 4GB 320GB 15.6HD+ W7P-64 BR-COMBO WL BT) yesterday, but no ETA and no other models listed sofar.

 

Ok, my account manager says 8560w and 8760w will be available first week of June, 8460w will not be available.

 

I actually purchased an x220 for the same reason (fantastic screen). The IPS screen really is fantastic on the x220.

However, I ended up returning the x220 because of heat/noise problems and the fact that it didn't perform well in games (in many cases it was worse than the Radeon 3470 in my old T400, which is considerably slower than the HD Graphics 3000 according to 3DMark). The clickpad also sucks.

 

Nonetheless, I take exception to the "nitwit" comment. If it happens again I'll flag you.

 

sorry...just got a little mad that something so obvious could be missed...I had meant to post the comment earlier...but someone beat me to the punch...sorry...

 

Can you clarify at what level and above virtualization is available (cause I need that) ?

 

i7 2720QM and above for quad cores...don't know about duals though...

 

What do you guys think will be are a true shipping date for the 8560w?

 

wii, on June 7th I am attending the PSG Energizer here in Hamburg. The HP PSG Product Managers DACH will show the new laptops and workstations... most interesting question for me will be: what quadmodels will actually make it to the DACH market and when...

 

I'm curious about something expecially from those who need mobile internet : Is the 4G support important for you ? Do you consider this parameter ?

 

4G/NGMN? interesting of course. Here in Germany (Metro-Area Hamburg a good 3G) is still not available everywhere... and even worse when getting into rural areas. So 4G is nice, but quite a while away over here.

 

Nice, do notice if the 14" 8460w is there, I don't think it will be released in Europe, just like we never had the 8440w.