Standard Features
Standard FeaturesStandard Features
Standard Features
Front Components
Front ComponentsFront Components
Front Components
2 docking posts
2 docking posts2 docking posts
2 docking posts
Align and secure the computer for proper connection to the docking station
2 computer connect/
2 computer connect/2 computer connect/
2 computer connect/
release mechanisms
release mechanismsrelease mechanisms
release mechanisms
Connect and release the computer when you press the connect button
Power button
Power buttonPower button
Power button
Turns on the power to the computer
Computer power light
Computer power lightComputer power light
Computer power light
Light on: docked computer is turned on
Light blinking: docked computer is in standby mode
Docking connector
Docking connectorDocking connector
Docking connector
Connects the computer to the docking station
Connect button
Connect buttonConnect button
Connect button
Secures and releases the computer
Slide in to secure the computer
Slide out to release the computer
Connect light
Connect lightConnect light
Connect light
On: a computer is fully docked
Rear/Right-Side Components
Rear/Right-Side ComponentsRear/Right-Side Components
Rear/Right-Side Components
Powered USB port
Powered USB portPowered USB port
Powered USB port
Allows you to connect to select USB devices
Integrated cable lock slot
Integrated cable lock slotIntegrated cable lock slot
Integrated cable lock slot
Supports the HP Docking Station Cable Lock with a simplified locking mechanism. Gives you two
security options: lock the docking station only (which also prevents access to the Station drive bay); or
lock both the docking station and your notebook for additional security.
Also supports an industry standard notebook lock.
Network connectors
Network connectorsNetwork connectors
Network connectors
Ethernet ports
USB ports
USB portsUSB ports
USB ports
4 USB 2.0 ports (1 powered)
Audio connectors
Audio connectorsAudio connectors
Audio connectors
Audio in, audio out (does not support mic out)
Other connectors
Other connectorsOther connectors
Other connectors
Monitor Stand, External VGA monitors, DisplayPort, eSATA
Compatibility
CompatibilityCompatibility
Compatibility
The HP 2540 Docking Station is compatible with the HP EliteBook 2540p Notebook PC, and the HP
Docking Station Cable Lock.
Service and Support
Service and SupportService and Support
Service and Support
One-year limited warranty. Additional support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by phone
as well as online support forms.
NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:
Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult the HP Customer Support Center for details.
QuickSpecs
HP 2540 Docking Station
HP 2540 Docking StationHP 2540 Docking Station
HP 2540 Docking Station
Overview
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