HP's New Notebook

HP has launched a new brand of affordable notebook PCs that merge business func- tionality with sophisticat- ed design to stand out in the crowd. The HP ProBook series joins the award-winning HP EliteBook series to form one of the most versatile business notebook portfolios in the industry. Inspired by minimalism, the design of the new HP ProBook series combines matte and glossy surfaces while stripping the extraneous, leaving only a stylish and clean look, said the company.

Distinguished by a choice of merlot or glossy noir finishes, a unique keyboard design and a set of professional innovations previously found only on higher-priced models, the HP ProBook series delivers HP's best combination of business features, functionality and value. The stunning HP ProBook S-series delivers exceptional style and aggressive pricing that will captivate small and medium business users. It's not just about good looks or low cost, the HP ProBooks deliver the right blend of features and professional innovations to provide a great user experience.

The standard series (Sseries) of the new HP ProBook models incorporate a mercury-free design and features high-definition (HD)(1) LED backlit displays in a choice of 14inch, 15.6-inch and 17.3-inch diagonal widescreen sizes.

The keyboard's innovative layout provides a visually open and spacious keyboard with keys raised from the surface. Usability is the same as with traditional keyboards.

The HP ProBook portfolio holds an Electronic Products Environmental Assessment Tool silver rating. The HP ProBook models configured with Microsoft Windows operating system also have power saving capacity by switching the PC into lowpower mode after a period of inactivity.