Adding Backlit Keyboard in 17-CP3005DX

[PhreakyPhillip1]

I have a 17-CP3005DX and I want to change my keyboard to a backlit keyboard.  Part # for my non-backlit keyboard is N39375-001 (TOP COVER NSV WITH KB SGY US).  I've found a possible backlit keyboard and the description is "Top Cover Upper Case Palmrest with US backlight keyboard for HP 17-CP 17-CN N39376-001 Silver".  In this description where it says it's for a HP 17-CP does that really mean it's for all HP 17-CPs, including mine?  The replacement part # is one digit off, a 6 instead of a 5 on the original non-backlit keyboard.  In a way I guess it seems like the correct replacement part #, but I'm a little skeptical.  HP PartSurfer has N39376-001 TOP COVER NSV WITH KB SGY BL US...the BL for BackLit I guess???

Thanks for any help with this!

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @PhreakyPhillip1,

Welcome to the HP support community.

You're correct in noting the difference between N39375-001 (your current non-backlit keyboard) and N39376-001, which is listed as a backlit version. And yes, in HP’s part naming, “BL” typically refers to “Backlit.”

While both part numbers are extremely similar, not all HP 17-CP series devices are wired to support backlit keyboards, even if the physical part fits. Some motherboards don’t have the connector or power line for the backlight function to work.

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[PhreakyPhillip1]

I know all about motherboards not having connectors...with my previous laptop everything I checked said I could add a M.2 SSD...only until I bought one and opened up my laptop did I discover there was no connector there for the SSD...I saw the holes in the motherboard and where it said M.2 but that was as close as I got lol

[PhreakyPhillip1]

I sent a private message as requested on 6/15...just wondering if you had a chance to check it out.

Thanks!

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @PhreakyPhillip1,

Thank you for providing the requested details.

We checked the information shared, and the record identifies an HP EliteBook 840 14-inch G11 Notebook PC (8M4X3AV) rather than the HP Laptop 17-cp3005dx mentioned in your original post. Because the displayed product does not match the notebook in question, we cannot use that record to confirm part compatibility.

Although N39376-001 is described as a backlit top-cover assembly, this does not confirm that it is compatible with every HP 17-cp configuration. The notebook must also have the required system-board connector and support for the keyboard-backlight cable. The one-digit difference between N39375-001 and N39376-001 alone is not sufficient to confirm compatibility.

We recommend taking the notebook to an HP Authorized Service Center. The service team can physically inspect the system-board connections, verify the notebook’s exact configuration, and confirm whether the backlit top-cover assembly can be installed before you purchase the part.

To contact HP Authorized Stores, click here:  HP® Service Center Locator - United States | HP® Support.

Please feel free to contact us here anytime you need any further assistance.

Have a great day!