HP Color LaserJet Pro M252DW 19 ppm colour laser printer

What it is and who it's for

The HP Color LaserJet Pro M252DW is a colour laser printer built for small offices or workgroups that need wireless printing, automatic duplexing and a 150-sheet input tray. It delivers 19 ppm in both black and colour at 600 x 600 dpi resolution. The 3.0 inch colour LCD touchscreen simplifies job control and network setup. It is not suited for buyers who need higher paper capacity or larger maximum print sizes than 8.5 x 14 inches.

The spec that decides fit

Duplex printing is standard, so two-sided output is handled without manual intervention. Wireless, Ethernet, USB 2.0 and NFC connectivity cover most network environments. Mobile printing support allows direct output from phones and tablets. Maximum print size reaches 8.5 x 14 inches while minimum size goes down to 3 x 5 inches. Buyers who require paper sources beyond the single 150-sheet tray should look elsewhere.

Installation and common issues

Setup is straightforward: connect via Wi-Fi, Ethernet or USB 2.0, then follow the touchscreen prompts. The unit arrives with a new maintenance kit installed, including fuser, rollers, pads and transfer roller, which reduces early paper-jam risk. Firmware is updated for current networking environments. Note that no toner cartridges are included, so these must be purchased separately before first use.