The HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard is now available at Mascom International for KSh 15,500, a brand new OEM system board carrying a soldered Intel Core i5 8th generation processor, Intel UHD Graphics 620, and dual DDR4 memory slots. This is the genuine replacement board (part numbers 6050A2945601-MB and L15518-601) built to exact HP dimensions for the EliteBook 840 G5 and 850 G5. Mascom International stocks the HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, tested and ready to revive a business laptop that has stopped powering on.
This board is made for IT technicians, computer repair shops, and corporate IT departments across Kenya still running HP EliteBook 840 G5 fleets. When a 840 G5 stops powering on after a power surge, a liquid spill, or a failed platform controller hub, the system board is usually the dead part, and a dead board normally means a scrapped laptop. Many organisations in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu bought these units in bulk between 2018 and 2021. Replacing the HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard restores the whole machine for a fraction of a new laptop's cost.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that only sell complete laptops, Mascom International stocks tested spare boards for the machines businesses already own. Every HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard is 100 percent tested for power, display output, and port function before it leaves our counter. Repair technicians across Kenya tell us a working board saves clients KSh 50,000 or more against buying a replacement notebook. Bring your laptop to our Nairobi CBD service desk for fitting, or order the board for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard
Will this motherboard fit my HP EliteBook 840 G5?
Yes. This is the OEM system board for the HP EliteBook 840 G5, matching HP's exact dimensions, connector positions, and mounting points (part numbers 6050A2945601-MB and L15518-601). Your existing RAM, M.2 SSD, Wi-Fi card, keyboard, and screen connect straight back to it. Confirm your unit is a 840 G5 and not a G6 or G7, since those use different boards. If you are unsure, our Nairobi CBD technicians identify the correct board from your laptop's service tag.
What processor does this board come with, and can I upgrade it?
The board ships with an Intel Core i5 8th generation processor (i5-8250U or i5-8350U) soldered permanently in place, paired with Intel UHD Graphics 620. Because the chip is soldered, it cannot be removed or swapped for an i7 later; the CPU and board are one unit. The i5-8250U runs four cores at 1.6GHz base and 3.4GHz turbo, enough for Office, browsers, accounting software, and video calls. Tell us which i5 your original carried so we match it.
Does this same board work in the HP EliteBook 850 G5?
Yes. HP used the same system board (6050A2945601-MB) across the 14-inch EliteBook 840 G5 and the 15.6-inch EliteBook 850 G5, so this part fits both chassis. The mounting, ports, and connectors are identical between the two sizes. If your 850 G5 died from a board fault, this replacement revives it exactly as it would an 840 G5. Bring the laptop to our Kimathi Street service desk and we confirm the fit before any payment or installation.
My 840 G5 died after a power surge, will replacing the board fix it?
Usually, yes. Power surges, liquid spills, and a failed platform controller hub kill the system board while leaving the screen, RAM, SSD, and keyboard intact. Fitting a tested board brings the laptop back with all your storage and data still on the original SSD. First, though, confirm the board is the fault and not just the charger or battery. Our Nairobi CBD technicians run a diagnosis so you replace the board only when it is truly the dead part.
Will Windows still work and my data survive the swap?
Your data stays safe because it lives on the SSD, not the motherboard, so the SSD moves across untouched. Windows itself will boot, though a digital licence tied to the old board may ask for reactivation, since the licence reads the new board's hardware ID. The TPM 2.0 chip is on the new board too, so BitLocker-encrypted drives need your recovery key ready before the swap. Back up first. Our technicians handle reactivation and the encryption steps during fitting.
Can Mascom install the motherboard for me?
Yes. Bring your HP EliteBook 840 G5 to our service desk at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, and our technicians transfer your RAM, SSD, Wi-Fi card, and heatsink onto the new board, then test the finished laptop before you pay. Board fitting needs full disassembly, fresh thermal paste, and careful handling, so bench installation protects your machine. If you prefer to fit it yourself, we supply the tested board and guidance over WhatsApp.
How much does this save against buying another laptop?
A working replacement board at KSh 15,500 revives a laptop that would otherwise cost KSh 55,000 to KSh 90,000 to replace with a comparable used business unit. For IT departments running several 840 G5 machines, repairing at board level keeps a whole fleet alive at a small fraction of full-unit pricing. The maths favours repair whenever the screen, chassis, and storage remain healthy. Repair technicians across Kenya tell us this single part is the cheapest route back to a running machine.
Is this a genuine OEM board or a generic copy?
This is a genuine HP OEM system board, not a generic "universal fit" copy. OEM boards keep HP's original BIOS and UEFI firmware, HP Sure Start Gen4, and TPM 2.0 intact, which means clean booting with no firmware lockouts or TPM errors. Generic copies often cause boot failures, security-chip mismatches, and missing driver support. Every board Mascom International sells is bench-tested for power and display output first. You can inspect the part in person at our Kimathi Street counter before buying.
Technical Specifications
Processor and Graphics Configuration
- Intel Core i5 8th generation processor (i5-8250U or i5-8350U) soldered on-board, so CPU and system board ship as one tested unit
- Four physical cores and eight threads handle Office, accounting software, browsers, and Zoom calls without stutter
- Base clock of 1.6GHz lifts to 3.4GHz turbo, giving quick response on everyday business tasks
- 15W low-power design keeps the board cool inside the thin 840 G5 chassis and extends battery runtime
- Intel UHD Graphics 620 is integrated on the board, driving the internal screen and external monitors up to 4K
- 6MB Intel cache speeds up repeated tasks like spreadsheet recalculation and large document loading
Memory and Storage Interfaces
- Two DDR4-2400 SODIMM slots accept up to 32GB total, so your existing memory modules transfer straight over
- Slots use standard laptop SODIMM, letting you reuse 8GB or 16GB sticks from the original 840 G5
- One M.2 2280 slot supports PCIe NVMe SSDs up to 1TB for fast boot and file access
- The NVMe interface loads Windows in seconds and shifts large files far quicker than older SATA drives
- Your current SSD carries all data and the operating system across to the new board untouched
- Memory and storage are not soldered, so both stay user-serviceable after the board swap
Model Compatibility and Part Numbers
- Fits the HP EliteBook 840 G5 (14-inch) and the HP EliteBook 850 G5 (15.6-inch) using one shared board
- Recognised part numbers include 6050A2945601-MB, L15518-001, and L15518-601 for the i5 build
- Does not fit the 840 G6, G7, or G8, which use different boards, so match the generation exactly
- Original connector placement means the screen cable, keyboard ribbon, and battery plug reconnect without adapters
- Mounting-screw positions align with the 840 G5 tray, so no drilling or modification is needed
- Confirm your model from the service tag on the laptop base before ordering to avoid a mismatch
Ports, Wireless, and Input-Output Controllers
- Onboard Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C carries data, 4K video, and power through a single docking cable
- A second USB-C port plus two USB-A 3.1 ports restore full peripheral connectivity after the swap
- HDMI output and the docking connector drive external monitors for desk setups in Westlands or Upper Hill offices
- Intel CNVi support pairs with the laptop's wireless card for Safaricom and Airtel Kenya hotspots and Bluetooth
- Gigabit Ethernet controller feeds wired office networks where stable links matter for accounting and banking work
- The audio codec, webcam header, and fingerprint reader connector all return with a genuine OEM board
Security and Firmware Features
- TPM 2.0 chip sits on the board, supporting BitLocker drive encryption for sensitive business and NGO data
- HP Sure Start Gen4 checks and repairs the BIOS automatically at each boot to block firmware tampering
- Genuine HP UEFI firmware boots cleanly without the lockouts that affect generic replacement boards
- BIOS-level device controls let IT departments keep fleet security policies consistent after a board change
- The board ships with current firmware, so Windows drivers and updates install normally
- Retaining original security hardware keeps corporate compliance intact for banking, legal, and government users
Build, Testing, and Installation
- Every board is 100 percent bench-tested for power-on, display output, and port function before dispatch
- Manufactured to HP's original circuit-board dimensions, so it drops into the existing chassis without trimming
- Ships in anti-static packaging that protects the circuitry from handling damage during countrywide delivery
- Board fitting needs full disassembly and fresh thermal paste, best handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk
- Our technicians transfer RAM, SSD, Wi-Fi card, and heatsink, then test the whole laptop before you pay
- Correct installation protects the new board; damage from DIY fitting errors falls outside warranty cover
What's in the Package
- One brand new HP EliteBook 840 G5 OEM system board with the Intel Core i5 8th generation processor soldered in place
- Anti-static protective packaging for safe transport
- Mascom International 6-month warranty card
Note:This is a bare replacement board. It ships without RAM, SSD, Wi-Fi card, heatsink, or battery, since those parts transfer from your existing laptop. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles the full transfer and installation if you would rather not open the machine yourself.
Warranty and Testing
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering functional defects under normal use. Every board is bench-tested for power and display output before it leaves our counter. The warranty covers the board itself; damage caused by incorrect installation, power surges after fitting, or physical mishandling is not included. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Where to Buy the HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard in Kenya
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 motherboard is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to have the board tested and fitted while you wait, or to confirm it matches your laptop before purchase.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the board across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay when it reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. All other major cities and towns, including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret, receive next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every board is bench-tested before dispatch and backed by the 6-month Mascom warranty above, with claims handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk. Repair shops and IT teams across Kenya rely on Mascom International for genuine spare parts, honest pricing, and after-sales support they can verify against a real physical store.
