Mascom International stocks the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard at KSh 4,500, available now at our Nairobi CBD store on Kimathi Street. This genuine Lenovo spare comes brand new and sealed, and it is the keyboard alone, with no laptop attached. You get the UK English arrangement, an integrated number pad, the red TrackPoint and its three-button strip, without the backlight. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard is collected from Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, or delivered countrywide with payment on arrival.
Built for people who mostly work in daylight, the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard brings a tired ThinkPad back into service for the lowest outlay. University learners at Kenyatta University, JKUAT and Strathmore stretching a HELB disbursement get a full typing surface back without buying a new machine. IT technicians who look after rows of ThinkPad E15 laptops in offices, schools and county departments can swap a failed deck in one visit. Sticky letters, a dead Spacebar or a drifting TrackPoint all disappear with a single part change.
Unlike traditional electronics retailers in Kenya that push unbranded copies, Mascom International supplies the Lenovo-made part with the correct UK key arrangement and printing. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard seats on the same screw points and ribbon socket as the original, so nothing needs trimming or forcing. Customers across Nairobi report that genuine spares outlast the cheap alternatives they tried first. Send your machine-type sticker on WhatsApp for a quick fit check, then order the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard for same-day delivery within Nairobi.
Common Questions About the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard
How do I confirm my laptop is a ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 or Gen 2 before ordering?
Turn the laptop over and read the label on the base, which shows the model name and a four-character machine type. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard suits machine types such as 20RD and 20RE from the first generation, and 20T8 and 20T9 from the second. If your label says ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 or Gen 4, WhatsApp a photo to Mascom International on +254 708 852 521 and we will check that unit before you commit.
Can I fit this keyboard into a ThinkPad E15 that used to have a backlight?
Yes, it fits and every key types normally, but you lose the lighting. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard has no backlight layer, so the spare backlight socket on your system board simply stays empty. That trade suits anyone who works in bright offices or lecture halls. If you depend on the light at night, Mascom International also stocks the backlit E15 keyboard at KSh 5,500, which restores that feature instead.
Is a genuine Lenovo spare worth it over a cheaper unbranded E15 keyboard from Luthuli Avenue?
For most owners, yes. Unbranded copies sold along Luthuli Avenue often arrive with misaligned screw holes, a loose TrackPoint socket or letters that rub off within a term. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard is the factory part, so it lines up first time and types with the firm ThinkPad feel. Paying a technician twice for labour usually wipes out whatever a copy saved you, so the original is cheaper over its life.
Can IT teams order the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard for several laptops at once?
Yes. Send Mascom International a list of the machine types you support, and we confirm stock and compatibility for each before invoicing. Orders reach county offices, NGO sites and school labs with pay-on-arrival delivery, so procurement staff can inspect every unit before releasing payment. Keeping a spare or two on the shelf means a staff member with a broken keyboard is back at work the same afternoon, rather than waiting days for a part to arrive.
How do I keep the new keyboard working in dusty Kenyan conditions?
Dust and crumbs, not age, kill most laptop keyboards in Kenya. After fitting the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard, blow out the gaps weekly with a can of compressed air, especially if you travel on dusty upcountry roads or work in a busy cyber cafe. Keep tea and soda away from the deck, and close the lid when the laptop is idle. A soft brush clears grit from around the TrackPoint without lifting the keycaps.
Which faults mean I need a new keyboard rather than a cleaning?
Replace the keyboard when keys stay dead after cleaning, when one press types two characters, or when a whole row stops responding together. Those signs point to a damaged membrane or ribbon, which no amount of air will fix. Spilled drinks are the commonest cause we see in Nairobi. The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard replaces the entire typing surface, so every one of those faults goes away together in one repair.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard include the TrackPoint and number pad?
Yes, both come built in. The red TrackPoint sits between the G, H and B keys, and the three-button strip above the touchpad arrives already attached to the keyboard. The integrated number pad sits on the right, with its own Enter key for fast figure entry. You transfer nothing from your old keyboard, which saves time on the bench and removes the risk of breaking a fragile cap or clip during the swap.
What should I test after fitting the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard?
Test every key before you refit the base cover, because reopening the laptop later doubles the work. Open a free online keyboard tester in your browser and press each key once, including the number pad, Fn row and both Shift keys. Then move the TrackPoint in a circle and try all three buttons. Finally, type a short email or an eCitizen form entry to confirm the pound sign, @ symbol and quote marks appear exactly where the UK legends say they should.
Who should buy this keyboard, and who should choose something else?
Buy the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard if you use your ThinkPad E15 mostly in daylight and want the lowest-cost genuine repair. Choose the backlit version instead if you regularly type at night or during power cuts. If the laptop also has a cracked screen, a failing battery and a worn hinge, a used ThinkPad from the Mascom International range may serve you better than repairing all three faults one by one.
Technical Specifications
Key Layout and Legends
- UK English arrangement with a tall Enter key and an extra backslash key beside the left Shift.
- Pound symbol printed on the 3 key, useful for anyone who handles British pricing or academic references.
- Double quote on Shift plus 2 and @ on the apostrophe key, matching what Windows produces in UK English mode.
- Number pad with its own Enter, plus and minus keys, so budgets and marks lists go in quickly.
- Black keycaps with white printing give strong contrast under office fluorescent tubes or bright classroom windows.
- Function row carries volume, microphone mute, brightness and display shortcuts printed as small icons above each key.
Pointing Controls
- Red TrackPoint lets you move the cursor in a cramped matatu seat or library carrel without the touchpad.
- Left, right and middle buttons on the attached strip give precise clicking without tapping the touchpad surface.
- Middle button scrolling through long PDFs and research papers saves wrist movement during extended reading sessions.
- Arrow cluster in an inverted-T shape lets you find direction keys by touch, eyes still on the screen.
- PgUp and PgDn beside the arrows jump through long documents faster than dragging a scroll bar.
Fit and Machine-Type Matching
- Designed for the ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2, Lenovo's mainstream business laptops from that E series period.
- Base-label machine types such as 20RD, 20RE, 20T8 and 20T9 confirm a match before you open anything.
- ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 and Gen 4 laptops need a photo check with Mascom International before purchase.
- Unsuitable for IdeaPad, ThinkBook and V-series models, which use different keyboard outlines and fixing points entirely.
- No driver or software install is needed, as Windows recognises the internal keyboard automatically after the swap.
Construction and Wear Resistance
- Lenovo-made assembly on a stiff metal plate, so the middle of the deck does not bow under heavy typing.
- Curved keycap tops cradle each fingertip, helping typists hit the centre of keys during long assignments.
- Matte surface resists the polished shine that forms on the most-used letters of cheaper glossy replacements.
- No backlight layer means fewer parts inside the keyboard that can fail after a knock or minor spill.
- Fresh legends with no wear, so letters like A, S and E remain clear for years of regular use.
Fitting Procedure
- Removal starts at the base cover and battery, then proceeds through most internal parts before the keyboard frees.
- A single keyboard ribbon connects to the system board, which makes this version simpler to reconnect than the backlit one.
- Ground yourself with an anti-static strap, because static discharge can damage the board during handling.
- Photograph each cable before unplugging it, so reassembly follows the original routing without guesswork.
- Check every key on an online keyboard tester before refitting the base cover and screws.
Cost and Value
- Priced at KSh 4,500, roughly KSh 1,500 a year over three years, or about KSh 4 a day.
- Saves KSh 1,000 against the backlit E15 keyboard, money a student can put toward a term of mobile data.
- Replacing only the keyboard preserves your installed software, saved files and Windows licence on the existing drive.
- Ordering five units for an office costs KSh 22,500, a predictable figure for annual IT maintenance budgets.
- Pay-on-arrival delivery means county and school procurement officers release funds only after inspecting each delivered part.
- Genuine fit avoids repeat technician visits, which often cost more than the gap between an original and a copy.
Package Contents
The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard ships as a loose spare, wrapped to avoid bent corners and creased cables. Inside the pack:
- One genuine Lenovo UK English keyboard without backlight
- Fitted TrackPoint cap and attached three-button strip
- Keyboard ribbon cable
Screws, tools, a palm rest and the laptop itself are not part of this order.
Warranty
The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. That cover applies to keys, the TrackPoint and the ribbon cable failing under normal use. Liquid damage, cracked parts and faults caused by fitting errors are excluded, so retain your receipt.
Buying the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Keyboard in black, UK English layout, 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 to inspect the part beside your own laptop before committing.
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 keyboard the same day. Kakamega, Kisii, Nyeri, 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 check the part and pay only when it arrives.
The keyboard comes with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above. Mascom International serves students, IT departments and repair technicians nationwide with genuine Lenovo spares, honest fit advice and direct after-sales support from our Nairobi CBD store.
