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Black backlit laptop keyboard with chiclet keys

DELL

DELL Latitude 5490 7490 5495 Backlit Keyboard Black 8NC1K

SKU CH-PQBF-Q14G3

Genuine Dell OEM backlit keyboard with US English layout and chiclet keys for Latitude 5490, 7490 and 5495 models

  • Compatible brandsFor Dell
  • Supported modelsFor Dell Latitude 5490, 7490 & 5495
  • Product colorBlack
  • Genuine Dell OEM part restores original typing feel
  • US English QWERTY layout fits Latitude 5490, 7490, 5495
  • LED backlighting improves key visibility in dim light
  • Chiclet-style keys deliver comfortable, quiet keystrokes
  • Factory-fit ribbon connector enables straightforward installation

Genuine Dell Latitude Backlit Keyboard

This genuine Dell OEM replacement keyboard restores the original typing feel on Latitude 5490, 7490 and 5495 laptops. It features a US English QWERTY layout with chiclet-style keys and LED backlighting. The black finish matches the chassis aesthetic. A factory-fit ribbon connector allows straightforward installation.

For Latitude owners needing a direct swap

This part suits anyone with a Latitude 5490, 7490 or 5495 whose keyboard has failed or worn out. Buyers who need a different regional layout or a non-backlit version should look elsewhere. It is not compatible with other Dell series or third-party laptops.

Part number 8NC1K confirms fit

The manufacturer part number 8NC1K is the single identifier that guarantees compatibility with the three Latitude models listed. Verify this number against your service manual before ordering. No other specification determines whether this is the correct part.

How it compares

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Price $28.99
Cheaper than about 56% of the 1,151 comparable items (median $33.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model nameLatitude 5490, 7490 & 5495
Part number8NC1K
Product colorBlack
Compatibility
Compatible brandsFor Dell
Supported modelsFor Dell Latitude 5490, 7490 & 5495

Questions about this item

Does the 8NC1K part number match the original keyboard in my Latitude 7490?

Yes, 8NC1K is the Dell OEM part number for the backlit keyboard used in the Latitude 5490, 7490 and 5495, so it matches the factory component exactly.

What connector does this keyboard use to attach to the motherboard?

It uses the factory-fit ribbon connector designed for the Latitude 5490, 7490 and 5495, requiring no adapter or soldering during installation.

Will this keyboard fit the chassis cut-outs and screw points of a Latitude 5495?

The keyboard is moulded to the Latitude 5490, 7490 and 5495 chassis, aligning with the original screw posts and palm-rest openings for a direct swap.

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