HP Color Laserjet MFP 178nw Printer

Get the quality you trust – sharp, black text and crisp color graphics – with this affordable MFP.

This surprisingly small laser delivers exceptional quality, page after page.

Quickly and easily print with an MFP that's designed to fit into your workspace like a glove.

Work efficiently with a small, compact MFP – world's smallest in-class.

Print, scan, and copy from virtually anywhere, and get simple setup on your phone.

Get simple setup, and print and scan from your phone, with HP Smart – best-in-class mobile print app.

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Overview of the HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw Printer

The HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw Printer is a compact, yet powerful multifunction printer that fulfills all essential office tasks — printing, scanning, and copying. The world’s smallest in its class, the HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw is designed to fit effortlessly into compact spaces without compromising on quality or functionality. This printer is best suited for small office environments and home offices that require robust performance and high-quality output.

Key Features

Compact and Efficient Design

• The HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw boasts a very compact design, making it one of the smallest multifunction printers in its class. This enables it to fit seamlessly into any workspace without taking up excessive room.
• Despite its small size, the printer is highly efficient, capable of meeting your daily office needs with ease.

High-Quality Output

• Deliver sharp, black text and crisp color graphics on every printout. Whether it’s monochrome documents or vibrant color images, this printer ensures superior quality with each page.
• This device guarantees consistent performance with an impressive duty cycle of up to 20,000 pages per month, supporting a Recommended Monthly Page Volume (RMPV) of 100 to 500 pages.

Quick Performance

• Enjoy the convenience of fast print speeds, with black (normal, A4) printing at up to 18 pages per minute (ppm) and color (normal, A4) at up to 4 ppm.
• The first page out time for A4 (ready mode) is as swift as 12.4 seconds, minimizing wait times and increasing productivity.

Connectivity and Mobile Printing

Versatile Connectivity Options

• Equipped with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port and Fast Ethernet 10/100 Base-TX network, the HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw ensures reliable, high-speed connectivity and easy integration into your network environment.
• Benefit from Wireless 802.11 b/g/n capabilities, allowing you to print from various devices wirelessly without the need for physical connections.

Mobile and Cloud Printing

• Experience the freedom to print, scan, and copy from virtually anywhere with the HP Smart mobile print app, an intuitive and user-friendly mobile app that simplifies all your mobile tasks.
• The printer supports Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Wi-Fi Direct Printing, Mopria Certified, and other mobile apps, providing you with a range of options for remote printing.

Advanced Technologies

Power-Saving Capabilities

• The HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw is designed with HP Auto-Off Technology, a feature that helps reduce energy consumption by automatically powering down the printer when it is not in use.
• Additionally, the power saver mode ensures that your printer is always prepared for tasks while optimizing energy efficiency.

Multi-functional Capabilities

All-in-One Functionality

• This all-in-one printer allows you to perform multiple tasks with ease — printing, copying, and scanning — all from one device, streamlining your workflow and enhancing productivity.
• The printer’s user-friendly design means you can quickly and easily perform these tasks with minimal effort.

Ease of Use

Simple Setup and Operation

• Setting up your HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw is a breeze with HP Smart, the best-in-class mobile print app that provides step-by-step guidance for easy setup.
• Operate your printer efficiently with an intuitive control panel that simplifies everyday printing tasks.

Warranty and Support

Reliable Support

• Enjoy peace of mind with a 1-Year Onsite warranty, ensuring that any issues you encounter with your printer will be addressed by HP's competent and reliable support team.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Print Speed: Up to 18 ppm (Black, normal, A4), Up to 4 ppm (Color, normal, A4)
• First Page Out: As fast as 12.4 seconds (A4, ready)
• Duty Cycle: Up to 20,000 pages
• Recommended Monthly Page Volume (RMPV): 100 to 500 pages

Connectivity

• Ports: Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port, Fast Ethernet 10/100 Base-TX network
• Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n

Mobile Printing

• Supported Mobile Printing Solutions: Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Mobile Apps, Mopria Certified, Wi-Fi Direct Printing

Power Management

• Technology: HP Auto-Off Technology
• Power Saver: Yes

Conclusion

The HP Color LaserJet MFP 178nw Printer is more than just a basic office printer. It is a robust, compact, and efficient device designed to deliver high-quality results in any small office or home office setting. Its advanced connectivity options, comprehensive mobile printing support