ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 5,000, brand new and sealed, and rated for about 1,000 pages at 5% coverage. It replaces the HP 106A W1106A cartridge in the HP Laser 107a, 107w and 107r, and in the HP Laser MFP 135a, 135w, 135r and 137fnw. ColourSoft, a Kenyan compatible-toner brand, sells it under part number CS-W1106A. Every ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A arrives with its chip already fitted, so it goes straight into the printer. Collect yours at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery.
Many Kenyans bought an HP Laser 107 or 135 as their first printer, then discovered what a genuine refill costs. This cartridge is built for small businesses, M-Pesa agent shops, landlords printing rent statements, and home users printing school assignments. Agents print customer receipts and KRA PIN certificates. Landlords run monthly invoices and tenancy notices, while parents print homework sheets and eCitizen forms. The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A handles all of it for roughly KSh 5 per page, against about KSh 9.28 per page for the original. Across one 500-sheet ream, that difference comes to about KSh 2,140.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unbranded refills with no name behind them, Mascom International stocks a compatible cartridge from a named local brand with a published part number. We also explain the chip honestly: what it does, and what to do if an HP firmware update makes the printer complain. Customers across Nairobi tell us the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A produces crisp, readable text on everyday invoices, letters and forms. Shop owners reorder the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A because the price per page stays predictable. Walk in to confirm your printer model with our team, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A
Which HP printers does the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A fit?
The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A fits every printer that takes the HP 106A W1106A cartridge. That covers the HP Laser 107a, 107w and 107r, plus the HP Laser MFP 135a, 135w, 135r, 135wg, 137fnw and 137fwg. Check the model label on the front or top of your printer before ordering. If the label is worn, send Mascom International a WhatsApp photo and we confirm the match before dispatch. HP LaserJet Pro printers use different cartridges, so this one will not fit them.
Does the ColourSoft 106A cartridge have a chip, and what does it do?
Yes, the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A arrives with a replacement chip already fitted, so nothing moves across from your old cartridge. HP Laser 107 and 135 printers read this small chip to recognise the cartridge and estimate the toner remaining. Without a working chip, these printers refuse to print at all. The ColourSoft chip lets the printer accept the cartridge and track its level. The gauge may read low earlier than a genuine unit, so keep printing until text actually fades.
What should I do if my HP Laser 107 or 135 shows a non-HP cartridge message or rejects the ColourSoft 106A?
A non-HP cartridge notice is normal with any compatible toner, including the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A, and you can dismiss it. Press OK on the printer or close the pop-up on your computer, and printing continues. Outright rejection is a different problem. HP sometimes releases firmware updates that change how printers treat non-HP chips. Turn off automatic firmware updates in HP's phone app or the printer's settings page, and decline update prompts on your computer. If a cartridge is still refused, WhatsApp Mascom International for help.
Is the ColourSoft 106A worth it compared with a genuine HP 106A in Kenya?
For most home and small-office users, yes. The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A costs KSh 5,000 at Mascom International, while a genuine HP 106A sells for around KSh 9,280 in Nairobi. Both are rated for about 1,000 pages at 5% coverage, so the real difference is roughly KSh 5 per page against KSh 9.28. The genuine cartridge still suits offices whose policy demands original HP supplies. For everyone else, the compatible cartridge keeps about KSh 4,280 in your pocket every refill.
How many pages does the ColourSoft 106A print, and what does each page cost?
The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A is rated for about 1,000 pages at 5% coverage, which matches a typical typed letter with normal margins. Dense tables, bold receipts and scanned ID copies use more toner, so expect fewer pages when you print those often. At KSh 5,000, each standard page costs around KSh 5. An agent shop printing 40 pages a day gets roughly 25 working days from one cartridge. A home user printing 100 pages a month gets about ten months.
Is the ColourSoft 106A a genuine HP cartridge?
No, the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A is a third-party compatible cartridge made by ColourSoft, a Kenyan toner brand, not by HP. It is built to fit the same slot and to communicate with the printer the way an HP 106A does. ColourSoft sells it under its own part number, CS-W1106A, and states its toner meets ISO9001, ISO14001 and STMC standards. Mascom International never sells it as an original. If a tender requires genuine HP supplies, ask us to quote one separately.
How should I store and use the ColourSoft 106A in Kenyan heat, dust and power cuts?
Keep the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A sealed in its bag until you need it, away from direct sun and damp walls. Toner powder clumps in humid air, which matters in coastal towns. Road dust settles inside open printers, so close the cover after swapping cartridges. During a KPLC power cut the printer simply stops, and the cartridge is not harmed. Resend the job once power returns. A surge protector shields the printer board when electricity comes back with a spike.
Who should buy the ColourSoft 106A, and who should skip it?
Buy the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A if you run an HP Laser 107 or 135 for receipts, rent statements, school work or M-Pesa agent paperwork. It suits anyone who wants a low cost per page from a named brand. Skip it if your printer is a different model, or if you print thousands of pages a month. At that volume, a 1,000-page cartridge means constant swaps, and a larger office laser serves you better. Mascom International stocks HP and Epson printers and can recommend one on WhatsApp.
How do I install the ColourSoft 106A in an HP Laser 107 or 135 for the first time?
Installing the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A needs no tools and no printer settings. Switch on the printer, open the cartridge cover, and lift out the empty cartridge by its handle. Unwrap the new cartridge and remove every clip and strip of sealing tape. Rock it gently side to side to spread the toner evenly. Slide it in until it seats, close the cover, and print a test page. Keep the old cartridge in the new one's bag for recycling.
Technical Specifications
Toner and Print Output
- Black monochrome laser toner produces sharp text for invoices, receipts, letters and forms that need clean, readable type.
- ColourSoft states print quality matches the original HP 106A page-for-page, so documents look consistent after switching.
- Toner fuses to paper with heat, so printed pages resist smudging when handled, filed or rubber-stamped straight away.
- Best suited to text-heavy documents; dark full-page graphics use toner faster and reduce the rated page count.
- ColourSoft reports ISO9001, ISO14001 and STMC standards for its toner, a reference point for manufacturing and testing.
Printer Compatibility
- HP Laser 107a, 107w and 107r are the compact print-only models many Kenyan homes buy as a first printer.
- HP Laser MFP 135a, 135w, 135r and 135wg print, copy and scan, common in agent shops and small offices.
- HP Laser MFP 137fnw and 137fwg add fax and use the identical 106A cartridge slot as the rest of the family.
- Replaces HP part W1106A directly, with no adapter, drum swap or printer setting change needed before printing.
- Not compatible with HP LaserJet Pro printers, which take different cartridges, so confirm your model label before ordering.
Cartridge Chip and Firmware Behaviour
- A replacement chip is fitted before dispatch, so the cartridge prints without moving any part from the old unit.
- The chip tells the printer a cartridge is present and reports toner level, which the printer needs before printing.
- A non-HP cartridge notice may appear on the printer or computer; it is informational and can be dismissed.
- HP firmware updates can change how printers treat non-HP chips, so switching off automatic updates protects compatibility.
- On wireless 107w, 135w and 137fnw models, the update setting sits in HP's phone app or the printer's web page.
- Compatible chip gauges can read low early, so keep printing until text visibly fades before replacing the cartridge.
Page Yield and Running Cost
- Rated at about 1,000 pages at 5% coverage, the standard measure based on a typical typed business letter.
- At KSh 5,000, running cost works out to about KSh 5 per standard page of text.
- A genuine HP 106A at around KSh 9,280 costs about KSh 9.28 per page at the same rated yield.
- Saving per cartridge is about KSh 4,280, which adds up fast for shops that refill every month.
- A shop printing 20 pages a day spends roughly KSh 100 daily on toner with this cartridge.
Build and Installation
- Brand new sealed cartridge, packed in a protective bag that keeps toner dry and dust-free during delivery.
- Tool-free fitting: open the cartridge cover, lift out the old unit, rock the new one, and slide it in.
- Remove every clip and strip of sealing tape first; leftover tape causes blank or streaked pages on startup.
- Same size and handle position as the HP W1106A, so the printer cover closes normally without any forcing.
- Return empty cartridges for recycling rather than burning them, keeping toner powder out of the air at home.
Storage and Handling
- Store unopened cartridges in a cool, dry cupboard, because toner powder clumps in humid air.
- Keep the cartridge out of direct sunlight, which warms the toner and can weaken print density.
- Hold it level when carrying, since tipping it sharply can spill loose toner inside the printer.
- Close the printer cover between jobs so dust does not settle on the cartridge and paper rollers.
- Unplug the printer during storms; the cartridge is safe, but the printer's board is exposed to surges.
Package Contents
The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A ships brand new, sealed and ready to install, with nothing extra to buy before your first page.
- 1 x ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A cartridge, filled with black toner
- Replacement chip already fitted to the cartridge
- Protective sealed bag and retail box
No cables or printer parts are included, because the cartridge draws on your existing HP Laser 107 or 135. Keep the box and bag for returning the empty cartridge to recycling.
Warranty
The ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk. Bring or send the cartridge together with a sample printout showing the fault, plus your printer model, so our team can check the cartridge against a supported HP Laser printer quickly.
Buying the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the ColourSoft 106A Compatible Black Toner W1106A in black at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM, bring your printer model, and leave with the right cartridge.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the cartridge the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Kisii and every other major town receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You check the sealed pack and pay only when it arrives.
Each cartridge comes with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above.
Mascom International serves printer owners nationwide with honest labelling, clear chip guidance and direct WhatsApp help whenever a firmware prompt appears. Buyers across Kenya rely on our team to match the right cartridge to the right printer the first time.
