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Unrivaled Performance with 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Quad-Core Processor

The GIGABYTE P2542 is powered by an unrivaled 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Quad-Core Processor that supports Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology. It delivers faster and significantly improved overall performance that can handle multitasking with ease. Now you can get more done faster.

Amazing Visual Experience with NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 650M 2GB

Featuring a high-end NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 650M 2GB graphics processor that supports NVIDIA® Optimus™, NVIDIA® PhysX™ and DirectX 11 Technology, the P2542 provides a gorgeous visual experience. The P2542 scores an impressive 9457 on 3DMark Vantage. It is perfect for multimedia, gaming, editing videos and high-resolution images and much more.

Resume in Just 6.5 Seconds with Intel® Rapid Start Technology™

Intel® Rapid Start Technology™ allows the P2542 to resume in 1.5 seconds from instant on and in just 6.5 seconds from sleep mode. With Intel® Rapid Start Technology™, you can resume to the previous session exactly as it was and applications will be in the same state with no data loss.
*Supported on SSD/mSATA SSD models only.

Massive Dual-Storage System (optional)

The P2542 packs a 128GB mSATA SSD and up to 1TB HDD into its body. The benefits of dual-storage system are providing high performance and massive storage. With the incredibly large storage, it’s easy to store all your work and entertainment files without ever needing external storage devices.
*The storage size may differ between different countries and regions. Please confirm with the local dealers or retailers for the latest specifications.

Ultra Responsive 128GB mSATA SSD

The built-in 128GB mSATA SSD delivers enhanced performance for the boot speed, saving process and responds quickly to commands with its super fast write performance!
*The mSATA SSD storage will be used for Intel® Rapid Start Technology and system recovery. Actual storage space use will depend on shipping specifications.

1080p Full HD Display for Vivid Visual Enjoyment

Enjoy a spectacular high-resolution Full HD 1920x1080 display on the P2542. The display delivers vivid images and turns the notebook into a fantastic home theater for multimedia enjoyment.

Intel® Integrated USB 3.0 for 10X Faster Data Transfers

Intel® Integrated USB 3.0 interface provides fast transfer speeds up to 10 times faster. This not only saves you time, but gets you back to the action quicker than ever.

Enjoy 3D/Full HD Entertainment on External Displays with HDMI 1.4

HDMI lets you turn the P2542 into a home entertainment center by connecting to an external display. Now you can play the latest multimedia and enjoy stunning Full HD quality on a large external screen. It also supports several 3D formats*.
*3D screens, accessories and media sold separately.

Impressive Audio Performance with THX TruStudio Pro™ Technology

THX TruStudio Pro™ groundbreaking audio technology comes equipped on the P2542 and is designed to provide impressive performance by effectively eliminating sound distortion, enhancing volume and reinforcing even the smallest details of the sound. The result is a high-fidelity audio experience that is perfect for movie, music and games.

Energy Efficient Bluetooth 4.0 Technology

Bluetooth 4.0 is more energy efficient because it stays in hibernation mode and automatically activates itself when transferring files. This helps to keep battery use to a minimum. With Bluetooth 4.0, sharing content between friends has never been easier.

Rear Dual Air Vent Design Provides Effective Cooling

A unique dual heat sink design with dual air vents (one for the processor and the other for the GPU) on the back of the P2542 pushes both heat and noise away from users. This results in a cool and quiet computing environment. The unique venting system also keeps the CPU from overheating so that the system runs smoothly.

Incredible Sound with 4 Dual-channel Stereo Speakers and 1 Subwoofer

The P2542 features 4 high-quality dual-channel stereo speakers and a subwoofer speaker that provide an immersive audio experience with excellent bass. You will be able to enjoy stunning and realistic sound effects when playing the latest games and watching multimedia.

Extraordinary High-definition Media Playback with Blu-ray/DVD Combo Drive

The P2542F has a built-in Blu-ray/DVD combo drive that displays all the latest media in crystal clear HD quality. Now you can enjoy incredible multimedia action whenever and wherever you go.

High-speed Data Transfers with 7200rpm HDD (optional)

The 7200rpm HDD provides faster data read/write rates, making it great to use for playing games, watching movies and editing photos.

Manage Key Settings with Smart Manager

Smart Manager user interface consolidates different system programs into an intuitive guiding page to make changing key settings just a click away.

Hassle-Free System Restore with Smart Recovery

Smart Recovery makes it fast and easy to restore the notebook back to factory default settings. Just click on F9 when the computer is booting up to launch Smart Recovery and you will be able to rapidly restore your notebook.