What is it and who is it for?
The HP Colour Laser MFP 178nw Printer is a colour laser all-in-one that prints, scans, and copies from one compact machine. It’s made for home offices, small shops, and small teams that want colour output without moving to a large office printer. Wireless connectivity helps you place it where it fits your space, not where the cable ends. COD available.
Why you’ll like it
Keeps work simple with print, scan, and copy in one device
Colour laser output for documents, flyers, and everyday business prints
Wireless and USB options, so you can set up for your workspace needs
Manual duplex support helps reduce paper use when you need two-sided pages
A flatbed scanner is handy for IDs, signed pages, and delicate documents
Supports common paper sizes, so you don’t have to redesign files for printing
Scan-to-PDF support makes it easier to share and store paperwork
Key details
This model is best if you want a colour laser MFP for A4 work, with wireless connectivity and practical scan/copy features. Use the key specs below to double-check fit for your workload and paper types.
Key features
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Device category | All-in-One Multifunction |
| Functions | Print, scan, copy |
| Print technology | Laser |
| Output type | Colour |
| Print quality (mono) | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Print quality (colour) | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Connectivity | USB, wireless |
| Scanner type | Flatbed |
| Scan resolution (optical) | Up to 600 dpi |
| Automatic duplex printing | No (manual duplex via driver support) |
| Input tray | Up to 150 sheets |
| Monthly duty cycle | Up to 20,000 pages (A4) |
All-in-one (MFP) means one machine can cover most day-to-day admin work. You don’t need a separate scanner or copier for basic jobs.
Colour laser is useful for business documents that need colour, while still keeping text sharp for invoices and forms.
600 × 600 dpi print quality is a practical level for office documents and general graphics. If you print photo-heavy work, confirm if this meets your expectations.
Wireless + USB gives you flexibility. Use wireless for convenience, and USB when you want a direct, stable connection.
Flatbed scanning is best for single pages, IDs, stamps, and papers you don’t want to feed through rollers.
Manual duplex (driver support) means it can guide you to print both sides, but it won’t flip the paper automatically. If you need automatic duplex, this isn’t the right fit.
150-sheet input tray reduces the need to refill paper for small batches, but it’s not meant for high-volume print rooms.
Up to 20,000 pages duty cycle is a workload ceiling. For best day-to-day reliability, stay closer to the recommended monthly volume when possible.
Scan-to-PDF helps when you need to email or archive documents in a standard format.
Paper type support includes plain, light, heavy, extra heavy, coloured, preprinted, recycled, labels, bond, and glossy. Use this as a checklist before you buy speciality media.
Fit & compatibility
This printer is designed for common office paper sizes and everyday printing. Before ordering, confirm your paper needs and how you plan to connect it to your devices.
Paper sizes supported: A4, A5, A6, B5
Paper types supported: Plain, Light, Heavy, Extra Heavy, Colored, PreprintedRecycledle, Labels, Bond, Glossy.
Max scan size (W × L): 216 × 297 mm
Maximum print area: 216 × 356 mm
Connectivity options: USB, wireless
Scan file formats: PDF, JPG, TIFF
Compatibility note: this is a colour laser multifunction printer (print/scan/copy). It is not an automatic-duplex printer. Duplex printing is manual (driver support).
Also known as: M178nw, M178NW, 4ZB96A.
Use cases
Who it’s for:
Home offices that need colour documents and occasional scanning
Small businesses printing invoices, quotes, and simple marketing sheets
Reception or admin desks that scan paperwork to PDF
Students and freelancers who want colour laser prints at home
Teams that prefer wireless placement to save desk space
Anyone who needs a flatbed scanner for IDs and signed pages
Who should skip:
Offices that require automatic duplex printing every day
Teamsare printing very large volumes monthly without breaks
Buyers who need large-format paper beyond A4-class sizes
Anyone needing a dedicated photo printer for high-detail colour images
Buying from Kraod
COD nationwide; Returns: 7 days; Same-day delivery: Lahore only; Nationwide delivery: usually 3–4 working days; official warranty where available + store warranty support; Prices may vary by stock/variants.
Ready to order?
If you want a compact colour laser all-in-one with wireless setup, the HP Colour Laser MFP 178nw is a solid everyday choice.
FAQs
Is HP Colour Laser MFP 178nw the same as 4ZB96A?
Yes. 4ZB96A is the part number used for this HP Colour Laser MFP 178nw model on many listings.
Does it support automatic duplex printing?
No. It does not have automatic duplex. It supports manual duplex printing with driver support, so you turn the pages yourself.
Which toner works with the HP Colour Laser MFP 178nw in Pakistan?
Pakistan listings often reference HP 116A / 117A for this model family. Confirm the exact toner code for your unit before ordering.
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