HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook PC

Product Overview

To remain productive and connected from different sites, teams need a powerful, reliable, secure, and robust notebook. Stay mobile and versatile with a dynamic tool adapted to your activity: the HP EliteBook 840 Aero.

HP recommends Windows 11 Pro for businesses.

The HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is designed for professionals who need to work effectively from various locations. It offers a balance of performance, security, and portability.

Key Features

Portability

• Starting at less than 1.15 kg (2.5 lb), this ultra-light and quiet professional notebook with an 85% screen-to-body ratio is designed to go anywhere.
• Enjoy immersive sound powered by AI.

HP Wolf Security for Business

• HP Wolf Security for Business provides always-on, resilient, hardware-enforced security. From BIOS to browser to operating system, these evolving solutions help protect your PC from current threats.

Productivity and Connectivity

• Productivity knows no boundaries. Stay connected wherever you go with optional 5G⁴ and 4G LTE wireless, extended battery life, and the powerful 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor⁶.
• Experience the exceptional combination of responsive performance, connectivity, and speed with an 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor, enabling you to start, create, and connect quickly and reliably⁶.
• Instantly block visual hacking with HP Sure View Reflect, which creates a copper sheen when viewed from the side, making the screen unreadable⁹.
• Address environmental and cleaning challenges: The speaker enclosure is made from ocean-bound plastic, and this PC can be disinfected with household wipes and cleaning solutions¹⁰,¹¹.
• Adjust your headset audio for a truly immersive experience with HP Sound Calibration¹².
• HP Dynamic Audio, a new AI-driven sound experience, adapts output for voice, music, and movies while suppressing background noise¹³.
• The HP EliteBook 840 Aero can connect from virtually anywhere with optional wide-area wireless 5G technology support and 4x4 antennas for high download speeds⁴.
• Locate your PC even when it's turned off using the Tile™ proximity sensor and mobile app. Locate other devices on your Tile™ network using the Tile™ Windows app⁸,¹⁴.
• Designed for demanding workers, the HP EliteBook 840 Aero offers configurations that meet the graphics, performance, responsiveness, and battery life standards of the Intel® Evo™ platform¹⁵.
• The intrusion detection system alerts you to PC opening attempts and requires an administrator password to restart the system¹⁶.

Technical Specifications

Accessories and Services (Not Included)

• HP Nano Keyed Cable Lock

  Secure your laptop or tablet in your desk and public places by tethering it to a secure surface using the ultra-slim profile HP Nano Keyed Cable Lock. Product Number: 1AJ39AA

• HP 950MK Wireless Rechargeable Keyboard and Mouse Combo

  Experience productivity without the clutter, streamlined and simple connectivity, and quick Plug and Play HP Link-5 setup with the elegant HP 950MK Wireless Rechargeable Keyboard and Mouse. Product Number: 3M165AA

• HP USB-C G5 Docking Station

  Connect your USB-C®-enabled laptop to your displays, accessories, and wired network with the versatile, elegant, and space-saving HP USB-C® Dock G5. Product Number: 5TW10AA

• HP USB-C to RJ45 Adapter

  Easily connect to your network via your laptop or tablet's USB-C™ port with the HP USB-C™ to RJ45 Adapter. Product Number: V7W66AA

Notes on Marketing Description

2 HP Wolf Security for Business requires Windows 10, includes various HP security features, and is available on HP Pro, HP Elite, POS systems, and HP Workstations. See product details for included security features and OS requirements.

3 Weight varies by configuration. HP Sure View Reflect, multiple SODIMMs, WWAN, Smart Card, and eMMC are not available in systems weighing less than 1.15 kg.

4 5G module is expected to be available from March 2021. This optional feature requires configuration at purchase. AT&T and T-Mobile networks supported in the US. Module designed to support 5G networks when deployed by the wireless provider and supports Evolved-Universal Terrestrial Radio Access New Radio Dual Connectivity (ENDC) with 100MHz of 5G NR and LTE bandwidth, 256QAM 4x4 compliant as per 3GPP standards. The cellular network can only be used in countries where the wireless infrastructure is deployed. Download and upload speeds (upload, the receive) depend on the network, location, environment, network conditions, and other factors. 5G is not available on all products or in all regions. Backward compatible with 4G LTE and 3G HSPA technologies. The 5G module is available in select countries, subject to wireless provider support.

5 4G LTE module is optional and must be configured at the factory (requires separately purchased service contract). Backward compatible with 3G HSPA technologies. For network coverage and availability, contact your service provider. Download and upload speeds (upload, the receive) vary depending on network, location, environment, network conditions, and other factors. 4G LTE is not available on all products or in all regions.

6 Multicore is technology designed to improve the performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from the use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and hardware and software configurations. Intel's numbering is not a measure of higher performance.

7 Wireless access point and Internet service required and sold separately. Public wireless access points limited. Wi-Fi 6 is backward compatible with prior 802.11 specs. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) specifications are draft and are not final. If the final specifications differ from the draft specifications, the notebook's ability to communicate with other 802.11ax devices may be affected.

8 Sold separately or as an option.

9 HP Sure View Reflect integrated privacy screen is an optional feature that must be configured at purchase and is designed to work in landscape orientation.

10 Speaker enclosure is made with 5% ocean-bound plastic.

11 100% of the outer box packaging is made from sustainably sourced certified fiber and recycled content. Cushion pads are 100% recycled fiber and organic materials. All plastic cushions are made from >90% recycled plastic.

12 HP Sound Calibration, coming soon, will be provided automatically via Windows update or can be downloaded from https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers once available. Requires Windows 10, analog headset, and installation.

13 HP Dynamic Audio, coming soon, will be provided automatically via Windows update or can be downloaded from https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers once available. Requires Windows 10, compatible with PC internal speakers and analog headsets.

14 Tile requires Windows 10. Some features require an optional Tile Premium subscription. Ring app is not available on HP Elite G8 laptops. The Tile app for Windows 10 is downloadable from the Windows Store. The mobile app is downloadable from the App Store and Google Play. Requires iOS 11 and later, or Android 6.0 and later. For more information, see https://support.thetileapp.com/hc/en-us/articles/200424778. HP Tile works as long as the computer is powered by battery.

15 Certain SKUs are considered an Intel® Evo™ platform.

16 HP Tamper Lock must be enabled by the customer or administrator.

Notes on Technical Specifications

1 Not all features are available in all editions or versions of Windows. Systems may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, software or BIOS update to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Windows is automatically updated and enabled. High speed internet and Microsoft account required. ISP fees may apply and additional requirements may apply over time for updates. See http://www.windows.com.

3 Multicore is technology designed to improve the performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from the use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and hardware and software configurations. Intel's numbering is not a measure of higher performance.

4 Processor speed is measured by the processor's maximum turbo frequency; processors will run at lower speeds in battery optimization mode.

5 Intel® Turbo Boost performance varies depending on hardware, software and overall system configuration. For more information, go to http://www.intel.com/technology/turboboost/.

6 In accordance with Microsoft's support policy, HP does not support Windows 8 or Windows 7 on products configured with 7th Generation Intel® and AMD processors or provide Windows 8 or Windows 7 drivers on http://www.support.hp.com.

7 Some third-party memory modules not conforming to industry standards may not be compatible. HP strongly recommends using HP branded memory modules for optimal compatibility. If you mix speeds, the system will operate at the memory speed of the slowest module.

8 For storage drives, 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. 1 TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual formatted capacity is less. Up to 30 GB (for Windows 10) is reserved for system recovery software.

9 Intel® Optane™ memory acceleration does not replace or increase system DRAM. Requires 8th Gen Intel® Core™ processor or higher, Intel® Optane™ enabled BIOS, Windows 10 (64-bit), and Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) driver.

10 Wireless access point and Internet service required and sold separately. Public wireless access points limited. Wi-Fi 6 is backward compatible with prior 802.11 specs. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) specifications are draft and are not final. If the final specifications differ from the draft specifications, the notebook's ability to communicate with other 802.11ax devices may be affected.

11 WWAN module is an optional feature that requires factory configuration and separately purchased service contracts. For network coverage and availability, contact your service provider. Connection speeds will vary based on location, environment, network conditions, and other factors. 4G LTE is not available on all products or in all regions.

12 Intel® Iris® Xe graphics features require system configuration with Intel® Core™ i5 or i7 processors and dual channel memory. Intel® Iris® Xe graphics with Intel® Core™ i5 or i7 processors and single channel memory will function only as UHD graphics.

13 FHD/HD content is required to view FHD/HD images.

14 Resolutions are dependent on monitor capability, display resolution, and color depth settings.

15 HP Sure View integrated privacy screen is an optional feature that requires configuration at purchase and is designed for landscape orientation operation.

16 Actual brightness will be reduced with touch-enabled screens or HP Sure View.

17 HP Support Assistant requires internet access.

18 Tile requires Windows 10. Some features require an optional Tile Premium subscription. Ring app is not available on HP Elite G8 laptops. The Tile app for Windows 10 is downloadable from the Windows Store. The mobile app is downloadable from the App Store and Google Play. Requires iOS 11 and later, or Android 6.0 and later. For more information, see https://support.thetileapp.com/hc/en-us/articles/200424778. HP Tile works as long as the computer is powered by battery.

19 HP Driver Packs are not pre-installed but are available for download at http://www.hp.com/go/clientmanagement.

20 HP Manageability Integration Kit can be downloaded from http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ads/clientmanagement/overview.html.

21 The Absolute Persistence module is shipped deactivated and can only be activated with the purchase of a subscription license and full activation of the software agent. Subscription licenses can be purchased for terms of one to multiple years. Service is limited. Contact Absolute for availability outside the U.S. Service is governed by and subject to the terms, conditions and policies of Absolute Internet, Inc. For more information, go to https://www.absolute.com/about/legal/agreements/absolute/.

22 HP Secure Erase for the methods outlined in the National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-88. HP Secure Erase does not support platforms with Intel® Optane™ memory.

23 HP Sure Click requires Windows 10. For more information see: https://bit.ly/2PrLT6A_SureClick.

24 Windows Defender and internet access required for updates.

25 HP Sure Sense requires Windows 10.

26 HP Sure Start Gen6 is available on select HP PCs and requires Windows 10.

27 HP BIOSphere Gen6 requires Windows 10 and is available on select HP Pro and HP Elite PCs. Features may vary by platform and configuration.

28 HP Sure Run Gen4 is available on select HP PCs and requires Windows 10.

29 HP Sure Recover Gen4 is available on select HP PCs and requires Windows 10 and an open network connection. Back up your important files, data, photos, videos, and anything else you want to keep before using HP Sure Recover to avoid data loss. Network recovery via Wi-Fi is only available on PCs equipped with an Intel Wi-Fi module.

30 Recharges your battery up to 50% within 30 minutes when the system is off or in standby mode. A power adapter with a minimum capacity of 65W is required. Charging time may vary +/- 10% due to system tolerance factors.

31 Actual watt-hours (Wh) will vary from design capacity. Battery capacity will decrease naturally with usage, time, environment, temperature, system configuration, loaded applications, features, power management settings, and other factors.

32 Availability may vary by country.

33 HP Care Pack Services are sold separately. Service levels and response times for HP Care Pack Services vary depending on geographic location. Service commences on date of hardware purchase. Proof of purchase required. Restrictions and exclusions apply. For details, visit www.hp.com/go/cpc. HP Services are governed by terms and conditions of service provided or indicated to the customer at time of purchase. Certain limitations and exclusions may apply.

34 EPEAT® registered where applicable. EPEAT registration varies by country. For country-specific information, please visit www.epeat.net.

35 5G module is an optional feature that requires factory configuration and separately purchased service contracts. For network coverage and availability, contact your service provider. Download and upload speeds (upload, the receive) vary depending on network, location, environment, network conditions, and other factors. 5G is not available on all products or in all regions. Backward compatible with 4G LTE and 3G HSPA technologies. The 5G module is available in select countries, subject to wireless provider support.

36 Secured-core PC capability requires an Intel® vPro®, AMD Ryzen™™™ Pro or Qualcomm® processor with SD850 or higher, and at least 8 GB of system memory. Secured-core PC capability can be enabled at the factory.

37 SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps port is not available with Thunderbolt™ 4.

38 HP Easy Clean requires Windows 10 RS3 and only disables the keyboard, touch screen functionality, and clickpad. Ports are not disabled. Refer to the user guide for cleaning instructions. Expected availability March 2020.

39 Power adapters, power cords, cables and peripherals are not low halogen. Replacement parts obtained after purchase may not be low halogen.

40 The percentage of ocean-bound plastic contained in each component varies by product.

41 Outer box packaging and corrugated cushions are made from 100% sustainably sourced certified fiber and recycled content.

42 Battery life MM18 Windows 10 will vary depending on various factors including product model, configuration, loaded applications, features, use, wireless functionality and power management settings. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with usage and time. For more information, see www.bapco.com.

56 HP Pro Security Edition is available pre-loaded on select HP PCs and includes HP Sure Click Pro and HP Sure Sense Pro. A 3-year license is required. HP Pro Security Edition software is licensed under the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA) available at https://h30670.www3.hp.com/ecommerce/common/disclaimer.do#EN_US as modified by the following: "7. Term. Unless earlier terminated in accordance with the terms contained herein, the license for HP Pro Security Edition (HP Sure Sense Pro and HP Sure Click Pro) commences upon activation and continues for thirty-six (36) months thereafter (the "Initial Term"). Upon expiration of the Initial Term, you may either (a) purchase a renewal license for HP Pro Security Edition from HP.com, HP Sales, or an HP reseller, or (b) continue to use the standard versions of HP Sure Click and HP Sure Sense at no additional cost without any future software updates or HP support." HP Pro Security Edition is optimized for an SMB environment and ships pre-configured. Management-facilitating features are optional. HP Pro Security Edition supports a limited set of tools that can be leveraged by the HP Manageability Integration Kit, which can be downloaded at http://www.hp.com/go/clientmanagement.

57 HP Smart Support collects the telemetry necessary to provide device configuration and health status information at initial product setup. It is available pre-installed on select products via HP Factory Configuration Services; or it can be downloaded. For more information on how to enable HP Smart Support or download it, please visit http://www.hp.com/smart-support.