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Manufacturer code7KW64A#B19
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About the HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw
HP 7KW64A#B19 is listed in the laser printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Laser; colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: Yes; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code 7KW64A#B19. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Laser. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Laser
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 600 x 600 DPI
- Duplex printing
- Yes
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 21 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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3.90 / 5Original rating: 78 / 100
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Read the full review ↗Checked 25 Oct 2026
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 10 Oct 2026
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HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw specifications
Manufacturer code: 7KW64A#B19 · Icecat product 80360817 · Checked 1 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 21 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Acoustic power emissions (ready) | 25 dB |
|---|---|
| Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (ready) | 16 dB |
Display4 details
| Built-in display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Colour display | Yes |
| Screen size | 6.86 cm (2.7") |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Memory (RAM) | 256 MB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 256 MB |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor frequency | 800 MHz |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95% |
Printing, scanning & paper34 details
| Duplex printing mode | Auto |
|---|---|
| Print resolution colour | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Print resolution black | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 21 ppm |
| Duplex print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 12 ppm |
| Duplex print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 12 ppm |
| Secure printing | Yes |
| Printing colours | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Printer fonts | Scalable, TrueType |
| Replacement cartridges | HP 207A Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (1,350 yield) W2210A; HP 207A Cyan LaserJet Toner Cartridge (1,250 yield) W2211A; HP 207A Yellow LaserJet Toner Cartridge (1,250 yield) W2212A; HP 207A Magenta LaserJet Toner Cartridge (1,250 yield) W2213A; HP 207X Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (3,150 yield) W2210X; HP 207X Cyan LaserJet Toner Cartridge (2,450 yield) W2211X; HP 207X Yellow LaserJet Toner Cartridge (2,450 yield) W2212X; HP 207X Magenta LaserJet Toner Cartridge (2,450 yield) W2213X |
| Total number of input trays | 2 |
| Total output capacity | 100 sheets |
| Paper tray 1 input capacity | 1 sheets |
| Paper tray 2 input capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum number of input trays | 2 |
| Maximum output capacity | 100 sheets |
| Maximum print size | 206 x 346 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Plain paper, Glossy paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Recycled paper, Envelopes, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Heavy paper, Lightweight paper, Rough paper, Letterhead |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive, Oficio, 16K |
| Photo paper sizes | 10x15 cm |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 4x6,5x8" |
| Paper tray media weight | 60 - 220 g/m² |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Mobile printing technologies | Mopria Print Service, HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Sound power level (printing) | 6.4 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 337 W |
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 180 |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Included cartridge capacity (black) | 800 pages |
| Included cartridge capacity (CMY) | 700 pages |
| Custom media sizes | 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm |
| Printing | Colour printing |
Connections & wireless6 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Network ready | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), 802.11g, 802.11b |
Power & battery7 details
| Power consumption (ready) | 7.2 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 0.05 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.6 W |
| Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) | 0.23 kWh/week |
| AC input voltage | 110 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power supply type | Internal (built-in) Power Supply |
Controls & features3 details
| Control type | Buttons, Touch |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 32.5 °C |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 27 °C |
Design & dimensions9 details
| Colour | Yes |
|---|---|
| Time to first page (colour, normal) | 12.2 s |
| Custom media width | 76 - 216 mm |
| Product colour | White |
| Sustainable technologies and materials | Mercury-free |
| Width | 392 mm |
| Depth | 419 mm |
| Height | 247.5 mm |
| Weight | 14.8 kg |
Software & compatibility6 details
| Certification | CISPR32:2012 & CISPR32:2015/EN55032:2012 & EN55032:2015+AC:2016 - Class B; EN 61000-3-2:2014; EN 61000-3-3:2013; EN 55024:2010+A1:2015 |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, MacOS |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | CISPR32:2012 & CISPR32:2015/EN55032:2012 & EN55032:2015+AC:2016 - Class B; EN 61000-3-2:2014; EN 61000-3-3:2013; EN 55024:2010+A1:2015 |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows 8; Windows 7; Windows Vista; macOS 10.12 Sierra; macOS 10.13 High Sierra; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina |
Further product details37 details
| Warm-up time | 52 s |
|---|---|
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 10.5 s |
| Maximum duty cycle | 40000 pages per month |
| Recommended duty cycle | 150 - 2500 pages per month |
| Page description languages | PostScript 3, PDF, PCLmS, PCLm, PWG, URF, PCL 5c |
| HP segment | Home office |
| Total input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 250 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9) | C5 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5, B6 |
| Envelopes sizes | 10, B5, C5, DL, Monarch |
| Custom media length | 127 - 356 mm |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Security algorithms | SNMPv3, SSL/TLS, SNMP, HTTPS |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 80% |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR, Blue Angel, EPEAT Silver |
| Doesn't contain | Mercury |
| Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e) | 145 |
| Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e) | 5 |
| Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e) | 20 |
| Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e) | 13 |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| HP Auto-On/Auto-Off | Yes |
| HP Dynamic security | Yes |
| HP Security tools | Embedded Web Server: password-protection, secure browsing via SSL/TLS; Network: enable/disable network ports and features, SNMPv1 community password change; HP ePrint: HTTPS with certificate validation, HTTP Basic Access Authentication; Firewall and ACL; SNMPv3 |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) with options | (ABT) 193905484362; (ABY) 193905484379; (ACQ) 193905484386; (B13) 193905566587; (B19) 193905578924; (BAZ) 193905484393 |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) | 193905484362, 193905484379, 193905484386, 193905566587, 193905578924, 193905484393 |
| Layers per pallet | 4 pc(s) |
| Recommended system requirements | Windows 10; 8.1; 8; 7 (32/64-bit); 2 GB available hard disk space; CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection; USB port; Internet Explorer; Windows Vista (32-bit); 2 GB available hard disk space; CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection; USB port; Internet Explorer 8; Windows XP SP3 or higher (32-bit only); any Intel Pentium II; Celeron or 233 MHz compatible processor; 850 MB available hard disk space; CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection; USB port; Internet Explorer 8; Windows Server support is |
| Recommended humidity operating range | 30 - 70% |
| Envelope feeder | No |
| Typical electricity consumption (TEC) number | Energy Star: 0.23 kWh/Week; Blue Angel: 0.606 kWh/Week |
| UNSPSC-code | 43212105 |
| Box contents | HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw printer; Introductory HP LaserJet cartridges: 700 colour composite (C/Y/M) page yield and 800 page yield black; Installation guide; Power cord; USB cable |
Packaging & supplied accessories14 details
| Country of origin | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1200 x 1000 x 2190 mm |
| Package width | 498 mm |
| Package depth | 298 mm |
| Package height | 510 mm |
| Package weight | 17.4 kg |
| Cables included | AC |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
| Pallet gross weight | 579.5 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 8 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 32 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet layer | 8 pc(s) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1199.9 x 1000 x 2190 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 86.2") |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 579.5 kg (1277.6 lbs) |
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