HP Officejet Pro 8500 Driver

Printer HP Officejet Pro 8500 Overview

The HP Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One Printer boasts three distinct product numbers, namely CB022A, CB793A, and CB862A. Its physical dimensions are equally noteworthy, with a towering height of 19.5 inches, a width of 11.8 inches, and a depth of 18.9 inches. Tipping the scales at a weighty 26.2 pounds, this printer is not to be underestimated.

System Requirements

The essential system prerequisites are contingent upon the particular edition being utilized. As an example, Windows 2000 (SP 4) and Windows XP (32-bit) necessitate an Intel Pentium II or Celeron CPU. The recommended RAM for these operating systems is at least 128 MB, and a minimum of 1.5 GB of free disk space is required. Additionally, a video card with support for a minimum of 800×600 resolution is also necessary. It is important to note that these specifications may vary depending on the specific version of the software.

Processor

HP advises users to have an Intel Pentium III or above, but for Windows XP (64-bit), an AMD Athlon 64 or AMD Opteron or Intel Xeon processor with Intel EM64T support is required. An Intel Pentium 4 processor with Intel EM64T is also compatible. For those using Windows Vista or Windows 7, a minimum processor of 800 MHz (32-bit or 64-bit) is required, but HP recommends a 1 GHz (32-bit or 64-bit) processor or higher for optimal performance.

RAM

According to system requirements, Windows 2000 and Windows XP require a minimum of 128 MB of RAM, though 256 MB is recommended for optimal performance. In contrast, Windows Vista and Windows 7 require a minimum of 512 MB of RAM, although 1 GB or greater is the more suitable option for these operating systems.

Hard disk space

Prior to installation, it is crucial to verify that the recommended hard disk space is available for the software downloaded. For Windows 2000 and XP (32-bit), a minimum of 200 MB is required, whereas XP (64-bit) necessitates at least 410 MB, with HP recommending 500 MB. For Windows Vista and Windows 7, the minimum disk space requirement is 765 MB, however, the manufacturer suggests 1.5 GB for optimal performance. It is imperative to adhere to these specifications to ensure a successful installation and operation of the software.

The HP Officejet Pro 8500 driver is compatible with Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5, v10.6, and v10.7. It requires a minimum processor of PowerPC with G3, G4, G5 or an Intel Core Duo processor for these versions. However, OS X 10.7 has a higher processor demand and requires an Intel Core 2 Duo or higher processor.

The recommended amount of Internal memory for optimal performance is 512 MB of RAM, although the minimum requirement is 256 MB of RAM. The only exception to this rule is for OS X 10.7, which demands a minimum of 2 GB of RAM or higher. In addition, the minimum free disk space for these versions of Macintosh OS is 500 MB, while HP suggests a higher recommendation of 800 MB. It’s important to note that having sufficient memory and storage space is crucial for efficient system operation and overall user experience.

In order to meet all necessary specifications, it is imperative that your system includes a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive as well as an SVGA 800 x 600 monitor boasting 16-bit color depth. These features are essential for optimal performance and functionality. Failure to meet these requirements could result in subpar performance and decreased user experience. So, be sure to verify that your system meets these specifications before proceeding with any related tasks or activities.

Printheads and Cartridges

The HP Printer Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One boasts of a dual printhead system and four specialized cartridges. The HP All-in-One Printer Officejet Pro 8500 is equipped with the HP 940 Magenta/Cyan Officejet Printhead and the HP 940 Black/Yellow Officejet Printhead. These printheads ensure optimal printing performance and reliability. The four cartridges are designed to work seamlessly with the printheads, delivering sharp and vivid prints every time. With these high-quality components, the HP Printer Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One guarantees consistent and excellent print results.

The compatible cartridges include two categories, depending on the regions where the printer is in use;

	Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific	The Americas
Black	HP 940XL Black Officejet Ink Cartridge	HP 940 Black Officejet Ink Cartridge
Cyan	HP 940XL Cyan Officejet Ink Cartridge	HP 940 Cyan Officejet Ink Cartridge
Magenta	HP 940XL Magenta Officejet Ink Cartridge	HP 940 Magenta Officejet Ink Cartridge
Yellow	HP 940XL Yellow Officejet Ink Cartridge	HP 940 Yellow Officejet Ink Cartridge

Connectivity

The primary mode of connectivity is through the Hi-speed USB 2.0. Others are embedded networking port through the Ethernet and the memory card slot which is compatible for PictBridge. Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 and QuickTime 5.0 are also essential apps for the smooth working of this device.

Paper Handling

The input tray of HP Officejet Pro 8500 Printer can hold up to 250 sheets of plain paper while the output tray holds 100 sheets. The different media types the printer supports apart from the plain paper include Transparencies, Cards, Banners, Labels, Envelopes, etc.

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Limitation

The printer has no duplexer, which could have allowed it to print on both sides of the paper.