Mascom International stocks the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard at KSh 2,500, brand new and sealed, at our Nairobi CBD store. This is the standard, non-backlit replacement for the 13.3-inch HP EliteBook 830 G5, with a centre pointing stick and black keys. Find us at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard costs a small slice of what a replacement laptop would, and it returns the machine to full typing order.
Built for university students across Kenya, the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard answers a common campus problem. Many students bought an ex-corporate 830 G5 because it was tough and fairly priced, then lost the E, the spacebar or half the number row after two semesters. Assignments at the University of Nairobi and Kenyatta University do not wait for a new laptop. First-job graduates face the same squeeze, with rent, fare and a CV to send before the first salary lands. Swapping the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard keeps the laptop earning its keep.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell a single generic board for every 13-inch HP, Mascom International keeps the exact 830 G5 part. That matters, because a near-match keyboard often leaves gaps, wrong screw points or a cable that will not reach. Students and young professionals from Kakamega to Kisii tell us the right part, first time, saves a second trip and a second repair fee. Each HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard we sell is checked against the laptop label photo you send, so the parcel that reaches your hostel or office is the right one. Bring your laptop to Kimathi Street to check the fit before paying, or order with pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard
Is replacing the keyboard worth it, or should I save for another laptop?
Replacing the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard is worth it when the rest of the laptop still runs well. At KSh 2,500, the part costs far less than any working laptop in Kenya. Spread over one year of coursework, that is about KSh 7 a day. If the screen, battery and charging port are fine, a new keyboard is the cheapest way to get a reliable typing machine back on your desk.
Who is this standard keyboard best for, and when should I choose something else?
The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard suits students, interns and graduates who mostly type in daylight or in lit rooms. It is the right pick when price matters more than extras. Choose the backlit 830 G5 keyboard from Mascom International at KSh 4,000 instead if you often type at night or your old keyboard had lighting. If the laptop also has a failing screen or board, ask us about a used EliteBook instead.
How do I confirm that my laptop is really an 830 G5?
Turn the laptop over and read the label on the underside, which names the model, such as HP EliteBook 830 G5. You can also check the sticker under the battery cover or type the model name into Windows System Information. The 830 G6 and 735 G5 look almost the same from above. Send a clear photo of that label to Mascom International on WhatsApp, and we match it to the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard before you order.
Which keyboard layout will I receive, UK or US?
Layout stock changes, so Mascom International confirms it on WhatsApp before you pay. To check your current layout, find the @ symbol. On a UK keyboard it sits on a key beside the Enter key, which is shaped like a tall step. On a US keyboard the @ shares the 2 key, and Enter is one wide, flat bar. Matching the layout keeps every symbol where your fingers expect it.
Is the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard better than plugging in a cheap USB keyboard?
A USB keyboard works as a stopgap, but it takes a port and adds something extra to carry to lectures and interviews. The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard restores the built-in keys, so the laptop works anywhere with nothing hanging off the side. A loose external board also covers the touchpad area on a small desk. For students who carry the laptop in a backpack between hostel and lecture hall, the built-in fix wins.
Can I pay with M-Pesa when the keyboard reaches me in Kisumu or Eldoret?
Yes, Mascom International delivers the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard with pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. You pay when the parcel is in your hands, so you can check the part before money leaves your M-Pesa. Kisumu, Eldoret and other major towns receive it within 1 business day. That matters for students on a HELB disbursement or a first salary, who cannot risk paying upfront for a wrong part.
Does the pointing stick come with the new keyboard?
Yes, the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard has a centre pointing stick between the G, H and B keys. The pointing stick moves the cursor without the touchpad, which helps when you are typing quickly in an exam lab or tight library seat. It connects through the keyboard cable, so replacing the keyboard also replaces a worn or loose stick. The pointing stick buttons themselves sit above the touchpad, not on the keyboard.
What should I tell the technician who fits the keyboard?
Tell the technician that the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard is a model-matched part and the main ribbon cable must sit flat and fully locked. Ask them to disconnect the battery first and to test every key before closing the case. Mascom International does not fit keyboards, but you may bring your laptop to our store to confirm the part matches before you pay. Keep the receipt for any warranty claim.
Will Windows need special drivers for the replacement keyboard?
No, Windows recognises the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard through its standard keyboard drivers as soon as the laptop starts. Function keys for volume, brightness and mute work through the HP software already on most 830 G5 laptops. If a shortcut key seems dead, install the latest HP hotkey support from HP's own support site. Graduates filing a KRA return on iTax or applying on eCitizen can start typing straight away.
Technical Specifications
Core Typing Function
- Complete replacement keyboard for the HP EliteBook 830 G5, so every worn or dead key is renewed at once.
- Standard version without key lighting, which keeps the price lower for daylight study and office use.
- Even key travel returns, ending the repeated letters and skipped spaces that ruin a timed online assignment.
- Full number row and symbol keys help with Excel coursework, accounting tables and programming exercises alike.
- Clear white legends on black keys make each character easy to read under normal classroom or office lighting.
Layout and Model Compatibility
- Cut for the 13.3-inch HP EliteBook 830 G5, so screw points, frame outline and key spacing line up correctly.
- One European parts supplier lists HP spare number L13698-001 for the US-layout 830 G5 keyboard version.
- That same supplier names the EliteBook 735 G5 as a suitable model, so confirm with us before ordering.
- UK and US versions differ in the Enter key shape and the position of the @ and pound symbols.
- Mascom International checks your laptop label photo on WhatsApp before dispatch to avoid a wrong-layout parcel.
Pointing Stick and Cursor Control
- A centre pointing stick sits between the G, H and B keys for cursor control without the touchpad.
- Small, exact cursor moves help when selecting cells or editing citations on a cramped library desk.
- The stick links through the main keyboard ribbon, so it starts working as soon as the cable is seated.
- A fresh rubber cap on the stick restores grip that older, shiny caps lose after months of use.
- Touchpad buttons for the stick sit on the laptop body, so they stay in place during the swap.
Build and Finish
- Black keycaps with printed white legends match the usual business look of the 830 G5 deck.
- The keys sit inside a built-in frame, so the board drops in as one panel rather than loose parts.
- Tight gaps between new keys help keep out the dust that collects on a busy campus or dusty upcountry road.
- Factory-new keycaps carry no shine, giving a second-hand laptop a cleaner look for job interviews.
- Light construction adds no noticeable weight, so the laptop stays easy to carry between classes.
Connector and Fitting Notes
- One main ribbon cable carries all key and pointing stick signals to the laptop board.
- The ribbon must slide fully into its connector and be locked, or some keys may not respond.
- Fitting requires opening the laptop, so use a technician with EliteBook repair experience.
- Disconnect the battery before starting, protecting the board and the new part from short circuits.
- Confirm the fit at our Kimathi Street store before you pay, since fitting damage by others is excluded.
Package Contents
The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard ships as a single model-matched panel, packed for safe transport so it arrives flat and undamaged.
- HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard panel with centre pointing stick
- Attached main ribbon cable
- Protective packing
- Mascom International receipt for warranty claims
Your laptop's existing screws are reused during fitting.
Warranty
The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects in the keys. The warranty excludes physical damage, liquid spills, and any damage a third party causes while fitting the part. Claims are made at our Nairobi CBD store on Kimathi Street, with the original receipt.
Buying the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard with black keys at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM with your laptop, and confirm the part matches before you commit.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard the same day. Nakuru, Kakamega, Kisii, Meru and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the parcel and pay only when it arrives.
The HP EliteBook 830 G5 Keyboard comes with the 6-month Mascom warranty detailed above.
Mascom International serves students, graduates and working professionals nationwide with exact-model laptop parts, clear pricing and after-sales help from a real store in Nairobi CBD.
