Description

HP Color Laser MFP 178nw – Wireless Multifunction Printer

Elevate Workspace Efficiency with Compact Color Laser Technology

In modern office setups and fast-paced home environments, maximizing desktop real estate is critical. The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is engineered to provide sharp, vibrant laser printing within one of the most compact footprints in its class. Operating as a versatile 3-in-1 office hub, this model combines high-precision printing, flatbed scanning, and fast copying into one sleek unit. Designed for small teams and busy professionals across Pakistan, it brings high-quality color laser output straight to your desk without cluttering your workspace.

Key Benefits & Operational Advantages of Multifunction Printer

• 3-in-1 Workspace Integration: Consolidate your daily printing, copying, and high-resolution scanning into a single compact device to reduce equipment clutter and cut hardware costs.

• Seamless Network & Mobile Access: Print effortlessly across your workplace using dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Fast Ethernet, or direct USB. Send print jobs straight from smartphones using the HP Smart App, Apple AirPrint, or Mopria.

• Vivid Colors & Sharp Laser Detail: Deliver polished business presentations, client invoices, and color graphics rendered with fine-tuned 600 x 600 dpi resolution.

• Ultra-Compact Architecture: Designed specifically to fit tight office spaces without sacrificing essential connectivity or document output handling.

Features and Technological Advantages

1. Rapid Output Engine & Heavy Workload Handling

Built to handle daily administrative tasks, the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw reaches black-and-white print speeds up to 19 pages per minute (ppm) and color output up to 4 ppm. With a maximum monthly duty cycle of up to 20,000 pages, this device easily accommodates regular document processing.

2. Integrated Smart Mobile & Wireless Connectivity

Stay connected to your document workflow anywhere in the office. Using the HP Smart App, users can complete initial device setup, print documents stored on cloud services, inspect toner levels, and scan directly to mobile devices. Built-in Wi-Fi Direct enables direct peer-to-peer mobile printing without needing a local network router.

3. Compact Ergonomic Build with Smart Energy Savings

Measuring just 15.98 x 16.65 x 11.37 inches, the HP 178nw takes up far less physical desk space than conventional color laser multifunction devices. Integrated HP Auto-Off Technology automatically lowers power usage to 1.9 watts in sleep mode and 0.2 watts when turned off, helping keep office electricity expenses under control.

4. Flexible Media Capacity & Flatbed Scanning

Equipped with a 150-sheet input tray and a 50-sheet output bin, this printer supports diverse paper weights and sizes up to 8.5 x 14 inches. The flatbed scanner featuring Contact Image Sensor (CIS) technology allows accurate digitization of contracts, ID cards, and books.

Ideal Users & Real-World Use Cases

• Small Business Owners & Startups: Perfect for printing professional marketing collateral, invoices, client proposals, and daily office paperwork.

• Home Office Professionals & Remote Workers: Ideal for freelancers needing a space-saving desktop utility for high-quality monochrome and color printing.

• Educational Institutes & Students: Excellent for printing research documents, assignments, and detailed color charts on demand.

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Technical Specifications Table

Feature Category	Specification Details
Model	HP Color Laser MFP 178nw (4ZB96A)
Functions	Print, Copy, Scan
Printer Type	Compact Color Laser Multifunction
Print Speed (Black, A4)	Up to 19 pages per minute (ppm)
Print Speed (Color, A4)	Up to 4 pages per minute (ppm)
Print & Copy Resolution	Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Monthly Duty Cycle	Up to 20,000 pages (A4)
Processor Speed	800 MHz
Standard Memory	128 MB
Scanner Type & Size	CIS Flatbed (8.5 x 11.7 inches)
Scan Hardware Resolution	Up to 4800 x 4800 dpi
Connectivity Options	Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100Base-Tx, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wireless Capabilities	Dual-band Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct
Mobile Printing Support	HP Smart App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Certified, Google Cloud Print
Paper Input Capacity	150-sheet input tray
Paper Output Capacity	50-sheet output bin
Supported Media Sizes	Up to 8.5 x 14 inches (A4, A5, A6, B5, Envelopes)
Power Consumption	Active: 300W, Ready: 38W, Sleep: 1.9W, Manual Off: 0.2W
Dimensions (W x D x H)	15.98 x 16.65 x 11.37 in (406 x 423 x 289 mm)
Weight	~12.94 kg (28.5 lbs)
Warranty	1 Year Official Local Warranty

Final Conclusion

The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw balances compact design, versatile wireless connectivity, and rich color laser output. Upgrade your productivity today with a trusted solution built for professional performance and convenience.