HP EliteDisplay E221 21.5" FHD 1080p Monitor DP DVI VGA USB

HP EliteDisplay E221 21.5" — Full HD IPS Business Monitor

The HP EliteDisplay E221 delivers a crisp 1920×1080 Full HD IPS panel with DisplayPort, DVI, and VGA inputs — purpose-built for business desks where colour accuracy, viewing angles, and ergonomic adjustability matter. Backed by a full 12-month warranty from Reboot IT (Melbourne, est. 2001).

Key Benefits

• Full HD IPS Panel: 1920×1080 at 250 nits with 178°/178° wide viewing angles — colours and contrast hold up from almost any seat in the room.
• Triple Video Inputs: DisplayPort, DVI-D, and VGA cover modern and legacy signal sources — connect a workstation and a secondary device simultaneously.
• Built-In USB Hub: Four USB 2.0 ports on the monitor keep keyboard, mouse, and peripherals tidy without reaching around to the PC.
• Full Ergonomic Adjustment: Height, tilt, swivel, and pivot (portrait mode) — position the screen exactly where it reduces neck and eye strain across a full workday.
• Anti-Glare Coating: Matte panel surface cuts reflections in brightly lit offices, reducing eye fatigue during long sessions.
• Business-Grade Reliability: HP EliteDisplay is built for enterprise environments — durable construction designed to run all day, every day.

Performance in Use

The IPS panel makes a real difference for spreadsheet and document work — text is sharp at 1080p, and the wide viewing angles mean colleagues sitting beside you can see the screen clearly without you turning the monitor. The anti-glare coating handles window light without the mirror-like reflection of glossy consumer panels.

For dual-monitor setups, the E221 pairs well with any DisplayPort source. Running two E221s side by side gives a seamless 3840×1080 workspace ideal for comparing documents, keeping email and browser side by side, or monitoring dashboards while working in another app.

The pivot function (portrait rotation) is genuinely useful for developers and writers — a vertically oriented 1080×1920 display shows more of a document or code file without scrolling. The height-adjustable stand keeps the top of the screen at eye level without books or risers.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Screen Size	21.5 inches (diagonal)
Resolution	1920×1080 Full HD
Panel Type	IPS — 178°/178° viewing angles
Brightness	250 cd/m²
Video Inputs	DisplayPort 1.2, DVI-D, VGA
USB Hub	4× USB 2.0 downstream ports
Ergonomics	Height, tilt, swivel, pivot (portrait mode)
Surface	Anti-glare matte
VESA Mount	100×100mm compatible
Warranty	12 months — Reboot IT

Is This Monitor Right for You?

✓ Best For: • Office workers needing a reliable FHD business monitor • Dual-monitor setups alongside a laptop or second screen • Developers who want portrait rotation for code • Users needing legacy VGA alongside DisplayPort • Hot-desk environments needing USB hub convenience

✗ Not Ideal For: • Graphic designers needing colour-critical work (consider IPS with wider colour gamut) • Users wanting 4K or QHD resolution • Gamers needing high refresh rate (60Hz panel) • Those needing HDMI input • Creative work requiring factory colour calibration

Condition Grades

Grade	Cosmetic Condition	Screen
A — Excellent	Minimal signs of use; bezel and stand near-new	No dead pixels; image quality fully intact
B — Good	Light wear marks on bezel or stand	No dead pixels; image quality fully intact

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the E221 support portrait (vertical) orientation?

Yes — the stand supports 90° pivot to portrait mode, giving you a 1080×1920 vertical display. Useful for viewing long documents, code, or web pages without scrolling.

Can I mount this on a VESA arm?

Yes — the E221 is VESA 100×100mm compatible. Remove the stand and attach any standard VESA monitor arm or wall mount.

Does it have built-in speakers?

No — the HP EliteDisplay E221 does not have built-in speakers. You will need external speakers or headphones connected to your PC or the monitor's audio pass-through.

What video cables are included?

Cable inclusions vary. We recommend confirming which ports your PC has (DisplayPort, DVI, or VGA) and supplying a compatible cable if none is included.

How is this monitor shipped?

Monitors ship via freight courier due to their size and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your delivery address.