HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw – Wireless Colour Laser Printer(7KW64A)

The HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw is a print-only colour laser printer for offices, schools and students. It produces colour charts, presentations and marketing handouts alongside everyday black text. Additionally, Wi-Fi and Ethernet let several people share it without cables.

Key Features & Benefits

• 21 ppm in both colour and black: Colour pages print just as fast as text pages. As a result, a 20-slide handout no longer holds up the queue.
• Automatic two-sided printing: Long reports and project write-ups print on both sides without manual flipping. This cuts paper costs on bulky documents.
• Dual-band Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and Ethernet: Laptops and phones print over the office network on 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. Meanwhile, Wi-Fi Direct lets visitors print without joining your network.
• Walk-up USB port: You can print files straight from a flash drive at the printer. For instance, a student can print a project without logging into any computer.
• 2.7-inch colour touchscreen: You check toner levels, network status and print jobs on the device itself. Therefore, routine troubleshooting rarely needs a computer.

Technical Specifications

Printing

• Function: Print only (no scan, copy or fax)
• Print technology: Colour laser, four toner cartridges (CMYK)
• Print speed: Up to 21 ppm black and colour (A4)
• First page out: As fast as 10.5 sec black; 12.2 sec colour (A4, from ready)
• Duplex printing: Automatic (standard)
• Print resolution: Up to 600 x 600 dpi black and colour – crisp text and clean business graphics
• Print languages: HP PCL6, PCL5c, PostScript level 3 emulation, PDF, PWG raster, PCLm, URF
• Monthly duty cycle: Up to 40,000 pages (maximum, not a daily target)
• Recommended monthly volume: 150 – 2,500 pages – the range for longest service life

Connectivity & Mobile Printing

• Wired: Hi-Speed USB 2.0; Fast Ethernet 10/100Base-TX
• Wireless: Dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz); Wi-Fi Direct; WPS
• Walk-up USB: Front host port for printing from USB drives
• Mobile printing: Apple AirPrint, Mopria certified, HP ePrint, HP Smart app
• Wireless security: WEP, WPA/WPA2, 802.1X; AES or TKIP encryption

Compatibility

• Windows: Windows 11, 10, 8, 7 (Windows Server – print driver only)
• macOS: macOS 10.12 Sierra to 10.15 Catalina officially listed; newer Macs print via AirPrint
• Linux: Supported via HPLIP drivers
• Phones and tablets: iPhone/iPad (AirPrint) and Android (Mopria or HP Smart app)

Performance & Controls

• Processor: 800 MHz
• Memory: 256 MB DDR + 256 MB NAND flash
• Display: 2.7-inch (6.8 cm) colour touchscreen

Paper Handling

• Input tray: 250 sheets – about half a ream before refilling
• Output bin: 100 sheets
• Paper sizes: A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Oficio, 10 x 15 cm, envelopes (DL, C5, B5, #10)
• Custom sizes: 76 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mm
• Media types: Plain, glossy, brochure, heavy, recycled and coloured paper; labels; envelopes; card stock

Toner & Supplies

• In the box: Introductory cartridges – about 800 pages black and 700 pages colour
• Replacement toner (HP Africa listing): HP 207A standard (≈1,350 pages black; ≈1,250 pages colour)
• High-yield option: HP 207X (≈3,150 pages black; ≈2,450 pages colour)
• Tip: High-yield 207X cartridges lower cost per page if you print colour regularly
• Note: The printer requires cartridges with an original HP chip

Security

• Password-protected embedded web server with SSL/TLS
• Enable/disable network ports and features
• Firewall and access control lists (ACL)
• SNMPv3 and 802.1X authentication

Power & Environment

• Input voltage: 220 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Kenyan mains compatible)
• Power use: 337 W printing; 7.2 W ready; 0.8 W sleep
• Energy features: HP Auto-On/Auto-Off; ENERGY STAR certified; EPEAT Silver; Blue Angel
• Operating temperature: 10 – 32.5 °C
• Operating humidity: 10 – 80% RH (30 – 70% recommended)

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 392 x 419 x 248 mm – fits on a standard desk
• Maximum (trays extended): 392 x 475 x 297 mm
• Weight: 14.8 kg

What’s in the Box

• HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw printer
• Four introductory toner cartridges (black, cyan, magenta, yellow)
• Power cord and USB cable
• Installation guide
• Note: Software is downloaded from HP’s website (no CD)

Warranty

• One-year unit exchange warranty (terms vary by country)

Use Cases & Applications

Small Businesses and Offices

Small teams of up to about five users can share one printer over Wi-Fi or LAN. It handles colour quotations, branded invoices, flyers and sales reports. Additionally, it prints black text documents at the same 21 ppm speed.

Students and Study Groups

It prints colour charts, graphs, project covers and presentation handouts clearly. Wi-Fi Direct and the walk-up USB port let group members print without installing drivers. However, a student printing only a few pages a month may find toner costs higher than needed.

Schools and Training Centres

Teachers can print colour worksheets, certificates and notices for classes. The 250-sheet tray and duplex printing suit weekly batches of handouts.

Home Offices and Freelancers

Consultants and designers can print client proposals with colour logos and charts. Laser toner also tolerates long idle periods better than inkjet ink.

Will It Work With Your Setup?

Can the HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw scan or photocopy?

No. It is a print-only printer. For scanning and copying, consider the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw, which adds scan, copy and fax.

Does it support Wi-Fi?

Yes. It has dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) plus Wi-Fi Direct. It also has Ethernet and USB.

Can I print from my phone?

Yes. iPhones use AirPrint, and Android phones use Mopria or the HP Smart app.

Is it good for printing photos?

It prints colour images well on plain and laser-compatible glossy paper. However, it is not designed for photo-lab quality prints; an ink-based photo printer suits that better.

How long does the included toner last?

The introductory cartridges yield about 800 pages black and 700 pages colour. After that, you need HP 207A or 207X replacements.

How does colour laser compare with an ink tank printer?

Colour laser prints sharper text and fast duplex pages. Toner does not dry out between uses. On the other hand, ink tank printers usually cost less per colour page.

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Important Notes (Merchant Verification Before Publishing)

• Replacement toner model: HP’s South Africa listing shows HP 207A/207X; American listings show HP 206A/206X. Confirm the series for the Kenyan unit.
• macOS support: HP officially lists macOS up to Catalina. Confirm current driver support for newer macOS versions.
• Warranty terms: HP lists a one-year unit exchange warranty. Confirm how this works locally.
• Power plug type: Confirm the cord matches Kenyan (Type G) sockets.
• USB cable: HP lists a USB cable in the box; confirm this for local stock.
• Product status: The M255dw launched in 2020. Confirm stock availability and that the unit is new, not refurbished (7KW64AR).

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