Keyboard
The 101/102-key compatible keyboard features an industry standard, full-pitch key layout with desktop
keyboard features, such as the isolated inverted-T cursor control keys, editing keys, both left and right
control and alt keys, and 12 function keys. US and International key layouts are available. Other features
include a full numeric keypad, hotkeys for instant access to power conservation, brightness, and other
features, 19.05-mm x 19.05-mm key pitch (center-to-center spacing), 3.0-mm stroke, and comfort-dished
keycaps.
HP DuraKeys is a clear coating applied over the notebook keyboard that helps protect the finish and the
printed characters on the keys.
HP DuraFinish helps protect the finish on the keyboard deck, graphics, and icons from normal wear and
tear.
Touch-sensitive controls
Touch-sensitive controls provide easy access to the following features: HP Info Center, HP QuickLook,
wireless on/off, HP Presentation button, volume up, volume down, mute, and calculator button
Pointing device
Enhanced dual pointing devices (touchpad with scroll zone and poinstick, both with three pick buttons)
Expansion card slots
1 Type I/II PC Card slot
Supports 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC Cards
Integrated Smart Card
Reader
Compatible with ISO 7816 compliant Smart Cards
PC/SC interface support
Media Card Reader
Supports SD (Secure Digital), MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick
Pro, Memory Stick Duo*, Picture card
* Memory Stick Duo Adapters are required and sold separately. Inserting a Memory Stick Duo Card directly
into your notebook could damage the memory card and/or notebook.
Internal Storage
Primary Storage Device
120/160/250-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA
80/120/160-GB 7200 rpm SMART SATA
NOTE:
Hard drives are customer removable and will withstand multiple insertion/removal cycles. Up to 10
GB is reserved for the system recovery software.
HP 3D DriveGuard
The hard drive is mounted directly to the notebook frame, reducing the
transmission of shock away from the hard drive. Uses three-axis digital
motion detection with intelligent sensitivity to help protect the hard drive
during normal use from shock and vibration. The digital accelerometer
temporarily halts all data transfer and parks the hard drive when abrupt
motion is detected.
Optical drives
DVD-ROM Drive
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL Drive
DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe Drive
Blu-Ray Disc DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL Drive
NOTE:
Optical drive is user replacable with HP option. Requires single screw removal.
QuickSpecs
HP Compaq 8710p Notebook PC
Standard Features
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