The metal in the chassis does make for a pretty heavy machine, though: at its lightest this notebook weighs 2.95kg, which means you'll need a sturdy bag and a strong shoulder to carry it around. A metal lid section ensures absolutely no flex at all in the lid, and there's metal used on the wrist rest and keyboard surround too, which adds toughness. The EliteBook 8540p is solidly built, meeting MIL-STD 810G ratings for vibration, dust, humidity, altitude and temperature. However, it is one of the first notebooks we've seen to incorporate USB 3.0. EliteBook 8540p is bulky, heavy and doesn't come cheap. There are plenty of models, ranging from ultraportables to mobile workstations. HP's EliteBook range offers feature-rich mobile computing for business users who require more performance and a tougher build than your run-of-the-mill notebook. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form.
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