HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery | 10.8V 4400mAh | Fits EliteBook 2530p 2540p Compaq 2510p nc2400 nc2410 | Replacement Battery
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The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery is a brand new 10.8V 4400mAh replacement pack for HP's 12.1-inch business ultraportables, and Mascom International stocks it at KSh 3,100. One pack covers several older laptops: the HP EliteBook 2530p and 2540p, plus the HP Compaq 2510p, nc2400 and nc2410. It is a compatible part, not an HP-branded original, built in the standard six-cell size that carries the code MS06. Its rating works out to about 47.5 watt-hours. The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery is ready for collection at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for accountants, logistics coordinators and field engineers who still trust these compact HP machines, the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery solves a common frustration. The laptop runs fine on the charger, yet the battery icon drops to zero within minutes of unplugging. In an Industrial Area warehouse or a client's office in Upper Hill, that means hunting for a socket before every task. A fresh HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery brings back real time away from the wall for spreadsheets, KRA iTax filing and email. It also rides out KPLC outages, so open invoices survive when the lights go off.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell any battery that looks similar, Mascom International matches the code on your old pack first. These HP laptops look alike from above, and the business range also used other pack shapes, so the check is worth a minute. Send the label code or the model sticker on WhatsApp, or bring the laptop so the team can check the fit at the counter. At Mascom International, we're seeing many offices keep these sturdy machines running for basic tasks. The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery comes with a 6-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery nationwide.
Common Questions About the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery
How much is the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery in Kenya?
The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery costs KSh 3,100 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, sold brand new as a compatible 10.8V 4400mAh replacement. The price includes the battery and a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. It does not include a charger, and fitting is not part of the price, though the pack clips in by hand. Delivery is pay-on-arrival anywhere in Kenya. The HP EliteBook 8460p Laptop Battery in the same stock costs KSh 2,450, but it fits a different, larger laptop.
Which laptops does the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery fit?
The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery fits the HP EliteBook 2530p, EliteBook 2540p, HP Compaq 2510p, nc2400 and nc2410. HP sold the 2530p under its EliteBook name, though many Kenyan buyers still call it a Compaq. Matching codes printed on the pack include MS06, MS06XL and EH767AA. If the label on your old battery shows one of these, the fit is right. If you cannot read it, photograph the sticker under the laptop and send it to Mascom International on WhatsApp for a check.
How does the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery compare with the HP EliteBook 8460p Laptop Battery?
The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery costs KSh 3,100 and the HP EliteBook 8460p Laptop Battery costs KSh 2,450 at Mascom International, and they are not interchangeable. The 2530p pack is shaped for HP's 12.1-inch ultraportables, from the nc2400 through the EliteBook 2540p. The 8460p pack is built for HP's larger 14-inch EliteBook models, with a different shape and connector. Choose by the code on your old battery, never by price. If your laptop is an EliteBook 8460p, the cheaper pack is the correct part.
How long will the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery last on one charge?
Unplugged time with the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery depends on which of these laptops you own, its processor, screen brightness and workload, so a fixed hour figure would mislead you. The pack stores about 47.5 watt-hours, the standard six-cell size these machines shipped with. That covers typing, spreadsheets and email for a solid stretch between sockets. Video, Wi-Fi downloads and a bright screen use it faster. An old hard drive also draws more power than an SSD, so a drive upgrade helps too.
Is the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery a good fix for KPLC power cuts and dusty offices?
Yes, the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery keeps the laptop running through a KPLC power cut, so open KRA iTax forms, bank uploads and invoices are not lost when the mains drop. Without a working pack, these laptops switch off the instant power fails. In dusty workplaces such as Industrial Area or construction sites around Eldoret, blow the vents clear every few months, because heat buildup ages the cells. Keep the charger on a surge protector, since spikes often follow restored power.
Who should buy the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery and who should skip it?
Buy the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery if your EliteBook 2530p, 2540p, Compaq 2510p, nc2400 or nc2410 still runs well for typing, accounts and email but dies off the charger. It suits small offices, cyber cafes and students keeping a sturdy laptop going cheaply. Skip it if the laptop also has a failing screen, keyboard or hinge, or if you need fast video calls and modern software. A newer refurbished business laptop, such as a recent EliteBook or ThinkPad, will serve you better then.
How do I fit the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery?
The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery is an external pack, so you fit it by hand in about a minute with no screwdriver. Shut the laptop down, unplug the charger and turn it over on a soft surface. Slide the battery release latch, lift out the old pack, then press the new one in until it locks. Charge it fully before the first long session away from a socket. Unsure about the fit? Bring the laptop to Mascom International on Kimathi Street for a counter check.
Is a new battery worth it for an older HP EliteBook 2530p in Kenya?
For KSh 3,100, the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery is worth buying when the laptop is otherwise healthy and used for light work. Many offices from Mombasa to Nakuru still run these machines for invoicing, Word documents and M-Pesa statement downloads. Paying for a battery costs far less than replacing the whole computer. It is not worth it if you also need a new screen, keyboard and charger. Total those repairs first, and compare the sum with a refurbished laptop from Mascom International.
Technical Specifications
Cell and Capacity
- Rated at 10.8V — matches the voltage these HP business laptops expect, so it charges from your usual HP adapter.
- 4400mAh capacity — the standard six-cell size, storing about 47.5 watt-hours for a working session away from a socket.
- Lithium-ion cells — the rechargeable chemistry used in laptop packs, with no need to drain fully before charging.
- Brand new cells, never used — the pack begins its working life in your laptop, not in someone else's.
- Charged by the laptop itself — no separate charger or dock needed; plug in the HP adapter as usual.
Compatibility and Model Matching
- Fits the HP EliteBook 2530p and EliteBook 2540p — HP's 12.1-inch business ultraportables sold under the EliteBook name.
- Fits the HP Compaq 2510p, nc2400 and nc2410 — the earlier Compaq-branded 12.1-inch business models in the same family.
- Matches codes MS06, MS06XL and EH767AA — compare these with the label on your old battery before ordering.
- Does not fit 14-inch or 15-inch HP business laptops — larger models use different pack shapes and connectors.
- Unsure of your model — send the sticker from the underside on WhatsApp and Mascom International confirms the fit.
Build and Safety
- External clip-in pack — locks into the underside of the laptop with the release latch, so no tools are needed.
- Shaped to the original footprint — sits flush with the base, keeping the laptop's compact size and balance.
- Contacts aligned to the laptop connector — a firm click as it locks means the pack is seated correctly.
- Black plastic casing — matches the laptop's underside and shields the cells from knocks in a bag or on a boda boda.
- Store half charged in a cool place — keeps cells healthier if the laptop will sit unused for weeks.
Inclusions
- One brand new HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery pack — nothing else comes in the package.
- No charger included — HP laptop adapters are sold separately at Mascom International if yours is worn or lost.
- No tools needed — the pack clips into the base by hand.
- 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects — claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
- Fit check before payment — send the old battery code on WhatsApp or bring the laptop to our counter.
Package Contents
The HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery comes as one brand new 10.8V 4400mAh replacement pack, and nothing else is in the package. No charger is included; if your HP adapter has a frayed cable or a loose tip, compatible laptop adapters are sold separately at Mascom International. Fitting needs no tools, since the pack locks into the base by hand. Bring your laptop to the counter if you want the team to check the fit before you pay.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects in the replacement battery. If the pack stops holding charge or shows a fault under normal use within six months, return it with your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where the team will assess the claim.
Where to Buy the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery in Kenya
Pick up the HP EliteBook 2530p Laptop Battery at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Carry your EliteBook 2530p or Compaq nc2400 with you, and we will clip the new pack in at the counter so you see it lock before paying. The casing is black, like the underside of these laptops.
Contact the team with your battery code or model sticker:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties, so you can inspect the pack before paying in cash or through Lipa na M-Pesa. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and offices in Nakuru, Kisumu, Thika and Mombasa receive orders the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The 6-month warranty above covers every pack we sell. We give accurate specifications and fair, clear pricing, and our Kimathi Street team is there for after-sales help long after the parcel arrives.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct

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