Name: HP Color Laser MFP 178nw
Brand: HP
SKU: 1135877
Rating: 78 (23 reviews)

Manual of product Color Laser MFP 178nw

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Editorial note

The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw printer stands out for its laser printing technology, offering vibrant colors and precise details at a maximum resolution of 600 x 600 DPI. Its all-in-one features, including printing, scanning, and copying, help optimize workspace and resources, making it a suitable choice for home and professional offices. Additionally, it benefits from wireless connectivity, facilitating printing from mobile devices and ensuring easy integration into various work environments. However, some drawbacks deserve to be highlighted. The duplex copying function is not automatic, which can be inconvenient for users who need to frequently print documents on both sides. The color printing speed is relatively slow (4 pages per minute), which can slow down tasks if color prints are frequently required. Furthermore, the total output capacity of 50 sheets may be insufficient for high-volume work environments, requiring frequent interventions to empty the output tray. Finally, while its weight of 12.94 kg ensures some stability, it can make the printer less portable and difficult to move in tight workspaces. Overall, the user experience is generally positive, with a satisfaction score of 80, and the value for money is considered good, particularly due to a maximum service cycle of 20,000 pages per month, suitable for demanding users. However, ease of use is slightly impacted by the limited output capacity and the lack of automation for certain functions.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is overall positive thanks to the laser technology that offers high-quality prints with vibrant colors and precise details.

Performance

The performance is satisfactory for everyday tasks, but the color printing speed of 4 ppm can slow down tasks when colored documents are frequently required.

Features

The all-in-one features, including printing, scanning, and copying, optimize space and resources, although the duplex copying function is not automatic.

Value for money

The value for money is good, especially with a maximum service cycle of 20,000 pages per month, suitable for demanding users.

Design

The design is functional, but its weight of 12.94 kg can make the printer less portable and difficult to move in tight workspaces.

Usability

Although the printer is easy to use, the total output capacity of 50 sheets may be insufficient for high-volume environments, requiring frequent interventions.

Advantages

High-quality laser printing, vibrant colors.

All-in-one features: printing, scanning, copying.

Wireless connectivity, compatible with various systems.

Manual double-sided printing, economical and eco-friendly.

Monthly duty cycle of up to 20,000 pages.

Disadvantages

No automatic double-sided copying

Slow color printing speed (4 ppm)

Output capacity limited to 50 sheets

Print resolution of 600 x 600 DPI

Weight of 12.94 kg, difficult to move

Technical Specifications Color Laser MFP 178nw

General Information

Model

COLOR LASER MFP 178NW
Brand

HP
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

1135877
MPN

1135877

Print speed

Printing technology

Laser
Printing

Color printing
Duplex printing mode

Manual
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

18 ppm
Black print resolution

600 x 600 DPI
Black print resolution

600 x 600 DPI
Black print resolution

600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

4 ppm
Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)

12.4 s
Print margins (top, bottom, right, left)

5 mm
Poster printing function

Yes
Preheating time

38 s
Copy time for the first page (color, normal)

25.3 s
Poster printing function

Yes
Poster printing function

Yes
Poster printing function

Yes
Poster printing function

Yes
Poster printing function

Yes

Copier

Copy

Color copy
Max. resolution of copies

600 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)

14 cpm
Copy speed (normal quality, color, A4)

4 cpm
Resizing copy

25 - 400 %
Release time of the first print (black, normal)

12.6 s
Release time of the first print (color, concept)

32.1 s
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
All-in-one function (N=)

4.2
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
Maximum number of copies

999 copies
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
Automatic adjustment function

Yes

Digitization

Digitization

Color scanning
Optical scanning resolution

600 x 600 DPI
Maximum scanning resolution

19200 x 19200 DPI
Type of scanner

Flatbed scanning
Scan to

Software, TWAIN, WIA
Supported image formats

JPG, TIFF
Support for text formats

PDF
Version TWAIN

1.9
Scanning technology

CIS
Scan drivers

TWAIN, WIA
Maximum scan area

216 x 297 mm
Input color display depth

24 bit
Gray levels

256

Fax

Fax

No

Features

Service cycle (Maximum)

20000 pages per month
All-in-one multitasking

Yes
Printing colors

Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Number of print cartridges

4
Languages of the page description

SPL
HP Segment

Medium-sized business
Service cycle (recommended)

100 - 500 pages per month
All-in-one multitasking

Yes
Double-sided functions

Scanning
Country of origin

China

Design

Market position

Domestic and professional
Built-in screen

Yes
Screen

LCD
Number of lines displayed

2 lines
Product color

Grey, White
Order type

Buttons

Input and output capacity

Maximum input capacity

150 sheets
Paper feed type

Paper bin
Maximum output capacity

50 sheets
Maximum number of feed bins

1
Maximum input capacity

150 sheets
Maximum input capacity

150 sheets
Maximum number of feed bins

1
Maximum output capacity

50 sheets

Paper management

Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
Type of paper tray support

Bond paper
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

Glossy paper
JIS series B format (B0...B9)

Heavy paper
Non-ISO print support sizes

Labels
Support width customization

Plain paper
Customization of support length

Recycled paper
Weight of paper tray support

Thick paper
Maximum print format

A4
A5
A6
B5
Oficio
76 - 216 mm
148.5 - 356 mm
60 - 220 g/m²
216 x 356 mm

Network

Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate

10, 100 Mbit/s
Wifi standards

802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Mobile printing technologies

Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Mopria Print Service
Wiring technology

10/100Base-T(X)
Security-supported algorithm

IPSec, SNMPv2
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes

Connectivity

USB port

Yes
Standard interfaces

USB 2.0
USB port

Yes

Representation / realization

Built-in memory card reader

-
Maximum internal memory

128 MB
Processor frequency

800 MHz
Integrated into the processor

Yes
Maximum internal memory

128 MB
Sound power level (impression)

6.5 dB

Special features

HP Dynamic Security

Yes
HP Dynamic Security

Yes

Power

Electricity consumption (average operation)

- W
Average power consumption in Print mode

300 W
Energy consumption (loan)

38 W
Energy consumption (in standby mode)

1.9 W
Energy consumption (eco mode)

0.2 W
AC input voltage

220 - 240 V
AC input frequency

50/60 Hz
Energy consumption (eco mode)

0.2 W
Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)

1.093 kWh/week

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 8
Support for the server operating system

Windows 7
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 11
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2016
Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave
Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra
Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan

Weight and dimensions

Width

406 mm
Depth

363 mm
Height

288.7 mm
Weight

12940 g

Packaging information

Package width

501 mm
Package depth

466 mm
Package height

398 mm
Package weight

16080 g

Logistics data

Gross weight of the pallet

395 g
Main locker (external) per pallet

24 piece(s)
Layers per pallet

6 piece(s)
Main locker (external) per pallet

24 piece(s)
Harmonized System Code

84433100

Environmental conditions

Operating temperature

10 - 30 °C
Temperature out of operation

-20 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)

10 - 80 %

Packaging contents

Cables included

Sector
User manual

Yes
Included cartridge capacity (black)

700 pages
Included cartridge capacity (CMY)

500 pages
User manual

Yes
User manual

Yes
User manual

Yes
Provided software

Common Installer, V3 Print Driver with Lite SM, TWAIN/WIA Driver, HP MFP Scan, OCR program
User manual

Yes

Technical details

Main lockers (external) per pallet

4 piece(s)

Other features

Pallet dimensions (L x W x H)

1014 x 944 x 2390 mm
Recommended system requirements

Windows 7 or newer, Intel® Pentium® IV 1 GHz 32/64-bit processor or higher, 1 GB RAM, 16 GB available hard disk space
Number of users

5 user(s)

Certificate

Certification

EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN55024:2010
EN 55032:2012/AC:2013
47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B I ANSI C63.4-2009
ICES-003 Issue 5
KN32
KN35
CISPR22:2008
CISPR32:2012
CNS 13438 (Other EMC approvals as required by individual countries.)

Sustainability

Does not contain

Mercury

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The weight of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is 12,940 g.

What is the best method to remove paper jammed in the printer?

It is advisable to carefully remove the jammed paper. Turn off the printer and check that the print head is not sticking out of the paper, and that no pieces of paper remain inside.

Why is my printer not recognizing the original cartridges?

Non-authentic cartridges may not be recognized by the printer. If this happens, a message will indicate that the cartridge is empty. Refer to the manual of the purchased cartridge for solutions, and if the problem persists, contact the seller.

What are the possible reasons for poor print quality?

Print quality can be affected by several factors. Ensure that the cartridges or toners are full. For inkjet printers, cleaning may be necessary, the cartridges may be dry, or the print head may be damaged. For laser printers, calibration is recommended.

What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?

A laser printer uses toner, while an inkjet printer uses ink.

Why is my inkjet printer producing black streaks?

The presence of black streaks is often due to a damaged cartridge that needs to be replaced.

What does the acronym DPI mean?

DPI, or Dots Per Inch, refers to the number of ink droplets applied per inch during printing.

What certifications does the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw have?

The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw has the following certifications: EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN55024:2010, EN 55032:2012/AC:2013, 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B I ANSI C63.4-2009, ICES-003 Issue 5, KN32, KN35, CISPR22:2008, CISPR32:2012, CNS 13438 (and other EMC approvals required by countries).

How many cartridges can the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw hold?

The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw can hold 4 cartridges.

What is the height of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The height of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is 288.7 mm.

What is the width of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The width of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is 406 mm.

What is the depth of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The depth of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is 363 mm.

Why is my printer not printing?

Ensure that the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is properly plugged into an electrical outlet and check for any error messages or paper jams. Also, verify that the ink cartridges or toners are not empty and that the printer is set as the default in the settings.

How can I print double-sided with the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

To enable double-sided printing, go to the printer settings on your computer and select the corresponding option. Make sure the paper used is suitable and adjust the settings if necessary.

How do I scan a document with my HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

Place the document face down on the scanner glass or in the automatic document feeder (ADF). Then use the printer's control panel to select the scanning option, set your scanning preferences, and choose where to save the document.

What should I do if my printer indicates a low ink error?

If the error message indicates a low ink level, it means the levels are low. Remove the ink cartridge and gently shake it to redistribute the ink. However, it is advisable to have a spare cartridge on hand to avoid any printing interruptions.

How do I connect my printer to a wireless network?

Access the printer's settings menu and select the wireless setup option. Then choose your network (SSID) and enter the requested password. Ensure that both the printer and the computer are connected to the same wireless network.

Does the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw have a fax function?

No, the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw does not have a fax function, requiring users to use other methods to send or receive faxes.

What is the maximum monthly duty cycle of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The maximum monthly duty cycle of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is 20,000 pages, indicating that it is designed for high-volume printing tasks.

Can the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw print automatically on both sides?

No, the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw only offers a manual double-sided printing mode, requiring users to manually flip the pages to print on both sides.

What is the print speed for black documents with the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The print speed of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw for black documents is 18 pages per minute, which is suitable for everyday printing.

What are the print margins of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw?

The print margins of the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw are 5 mm on the top, bottom, right, and left sides, allowing for printing close to the edges of the paper.

Is the manual for the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw available in French?

Yes, the manual for the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is available in French.

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