How to open HP Elite x360 1040 G11 – disassembly and upgrade options

Undo the four captive Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel.
Look for slight gaps in the two bottom corners—these are good starting points.
Insert a thin plastic tool in one of the gaps and begin prying the front.
Continue working your way around the sides and back until all internal clips are released and the panel can be removed.

More info: The bottom panel gives access to the battery, SSD, and connectivity components, while the RAM remains soldered.

Battery Removal

Caution: Wear gloves to avoid short circuits, and handle internal components carefully.

Detach the battery connector by gently pulling it toward the battery.
Rotate the two blue clips on the lower side of the battery to unlock it.
Lift the battery from the bottom to remove it from the chassis.

More info: The tested model includes the optional 68Wh battery, offering up to 17.5 hours of video playback. The base version comes with a 56Wh unit.

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Memory Configuration

Note: The RAM is soldered and not user-upgradeable.
More info: The HP Elite x360 1040 G11 supports up to 64GB of LPDDR5x-7467MHz memory in dual-channel mode, offering excellent multitasking capabilities in a compact chassis.

Storage Upgrade

Hint: Use caution when handling the SSD and shield to avoid damage.

Locate the single M.2 slot compatible with 2280 Gen 4 NVMe SSDs.
The drive is protected by a metal cap—remove it by gently lifting the attached fabric handle.
Replace or upgrade the SSD, then reattach the metal cap to ensure proper thermal contact.

More info: There are small thermal pads on both sides of the SSD to help with heat dissipation.

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Connectivity Options

More info:

The WWAN slot for optional 4G/5G LTE connectivity is located on the left side of the motherboard.
The Wi-Fi card is on the right and is user-replaceable for future upgrades.

Cooling System Overview

More info: The HP Elite x360 1040 G11 features a capable thermal design considering its compact form factor.

Two fans provide consistent airflow across internal components.
A single long heat pipe connects the processor to the large heat sink.
A big heat spreader helps to evenly distribute thermal load and ensure stability under load.

Tip: Regular cleaning of fans and vents is essential to maintain performance and prevent overheating.

HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11 in-depth review

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Pros

Solid metal build
The matte finish picks almost zero smudges
Compact (1.39 kg / 10.5 - 14.7 mm)
The Core Ultra 7 155H sustains 2.12 GHz / 1.82 GHz P and E core clocks in long loads
Wide viewing angles + 16:10 aspect ratio (BOE0C52)
401 nits of max brightness + 1630:1 contrast ratio (BOE0C52)
PWM-free (BOE0C52)
94% sRGB coverage + accurate colors with our Design and Office profile (BOE0C52)
Nice keyboard
Smooth and accurate touchpad
3x TypeCs + 1x Type-A ports
The fans aren't noisy in "Performance" mode during heavy CPU loads
Long battery battery life with the optional 68Wh capacity (~17 hours and a half of video playback)
5MP IR Web camera with a privacy shutter
Decently fast NVMe (SK Hynix BC901 HFS001TEJ9X108N)
360-degree hinge
Good sound quality
NFC, fingerprint reader, vPro, Intel Evo, eSIM, backlit keyboard. Wi-Fi 7 (all are optional)
Up to 64GB LPDDR5x memory
Replaceable WWAN and Wi-Fi cards
HP Sure View privacy screen
Great iGPU performance