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Black backlit US QWERTY laptop keyboard for Dell Latitude E7440 and E7450

DELL

DELL Latitude E7440/E7450 4CTXW Backlit Keyboard Black US QWERTY

SKU CH-VN3S-ZPVN1

Genuine OEM backlit keyboard with white LED illumination and US QWERTY layout for Dell Latitude E7440 and E7450 laptops

  • Compatible brandsDell
  • Supported modelsLatitude E7440, Latitude E7450
  • Keyboard layoutUS QWERTY
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product dimensionsApprox. 11.25 × 4.25 × 0.25 in (28.6 × 10.8 × 0.6 cm)
  • Product weight1
  • Genuine OEM fit for Latitude E7440 and E7450
  • White LED backlight enables typing in low light
  • US QWERTY layout matches original keyboard exactly
  • Slim 28.6 x 10.8 x 0.6 cm profile keeps laptop thin
  • Simple ribbon-cable and screw installation saves time

Genuine OEM Backlit Keyboard for Latitude E7440

This is a new Dell 4CTXW replacement keyboard built specifically for the Latitude E7440 and E7450 series. It restores full typing function with a US QWERTY layout and integrated white LED backlighting. The matte black finish matches the original chassis aesthetic. Buyers needing a non-backlit version or a different regional layout cannot use this part.

Low-Profile Design with White LED Illumination

The slim profile measures approximately 11.25 x 4.25 x 0.25 inches and weighs very little, adding no bulk to the ultrabook chassis. White LED backlighting provides clear key visibility in dim environments without increasing power draw noticeably. Keys use a soft-touch finish for comfortable long-form typing. No thermal or acoustic changes occur because the keyboard is a passive component.

Direct Replacement for Worn

This part replaces a failed, liquid-damaged or backlight-dead factory keyboard on supported Latitude models. Installation uses the existing ribbon cable and screw points, requiring no adapter or firmware update. The upgrade is worth it when the current unit has broken switches, uneven backlighting or missing keycaps. It does not add backlighting to a non-backlit system or change the physical layout.

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 1,151 comparable items (median $33.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model nameLatitude E7440 / E7450 Backlit Keyboard
Part number4CTXW
Product colorBlack
Display
BacklightYes
Size & build
Product dimensionsApprox. 11.25 × 4.25 × 0.25 in (28.6 × 10.8 × 0.6 cm)
Compatibility
Compatible brandsDell
Supported modelsLatitude E7440, Latitude E7450
More details
Keyboard layoutUS QWERTY

Questions about this item

How do I install the 4CTXW keyboard on a Latitude E7440, and which step do people get wrong?

Remove the battery, unscrew the bottom case, detach the old ribbon cable by lifting its ZIF latch, then seat the new cable fully before locking the latch — the common error is leaving the latch open or inserting the cable crooked.

What maintenance or replacement will the 4CTXW backlit keyboard need later?

The white LED backlight cannot be serviced separately; if brightness fades or keys fail, the entire 4CTXW unit must be replaced as a single spare part.

What limit appears first during sustained typing on the 4CTXW keyboard?

The slim 0.6 cm profile and integrated membrane mean heat from the chassis can make the deck feel warm during long sessions, which is the first comfort limit users notice.

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