HP Officejet Pro 8500 Printer Overview
Introducing the HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier All-in-One Printer – A909n, featuring the product number CB025A. This innovative device is also linked to the HP Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless All-in-One Printer – A909g. Boasting a sleek design, the printer measures 19.5 x 13 x 18.9 inches (HWD) and weighs 34 lbs with the second tray. However, with the optional duplexer installed, the weight decreases to 28 lbs.
Cartridges and Printheads
The focal point of this device is the HP 940 Black/Yellow Officejet Printhead, which bears the part number C4900A. Additionally, the HP 940 Magenta/Cyan Officejet Printhead serves as the secondary printhead.
The required cartridges are;
1. The HP 940XL Cartridge for Black Officejet Ink is available for purchase.
2. For North America customers, the HP 940 Black Officejet Ink Cartridge is the perfect choice.
3. Looking for high-quality Cyan Officejet Ink? Look no further than the HP 940XL Cartridge.
4. North American customers can trust the HP 940 Cyan Officejet Ink Cartridge for all their printing needs.
5. Ensure vibrant and long-lasting prints with the Magenta Officejet Ink HP 940XL Cartridge.
6. For North American customers, the HP 940 Magenta Officejet Ink Cartridge is the go-to option.
7. The HP 940XL Cartridge for Yellow Officejet Ink is now available for purchase.
8. Keep your prints looking sharp and clear with the HP 940 Yellow Officejet Ink Cartridge, available for North America customers.
System requirements
HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
The HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier driver is compatible with various versions of Windows, including Windows 2000, Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit), Windows Vista, and Windows 7. Each of these versions has specific system requirements that must be met for optimal performance.
For Windows 2000 and Windows XP (32-bit), the minimum processor required is Intel Pentium II or Celeron. However, it is recommended to use an Intel Pentium III or higher processor by HP. Meanwhile, Windows XP (64-bit) requires an AMD Athlon 64, AMD Opteron, Intel Xeon processor with Intel EMG4T. The manufacturer recommends an Intel Pentium 4 processor with Intel EMG4T for this version.
For Windows Vista and Windows 7, a minimum 800 MHz processor is required. However, it is recommended to use a 1 GHz processor for optimal performance.
Ensure that your system meets the specific requirements for your Windows version to enjoy a seamless printing experience with the HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier.
The RAM capacity for Windows 2000 and Windows XP stands at 128 MB, with a recommended size of 256 MB. In contrast, Windows Vista and Windows 7 require a minimum of 512 MB, although HP suggests a RAM size of 1 GB or more. It is important to note that RAM size is crucial for the performance of a computer system, and insufficient RAM may result in sluggish performance or even system crashes. Therefore, it is advisable to heed the recommended RAM capacity for optimal system functionality.
Prior to executing the software, it is imperative to ensure that there is an unoccupied storage capacity of no less than 200 MB for Windows 2000 and Windows XP (32-bit). For Windows XP (64-bit), a minimum of 410 MB must be available. In the case of Windows Vista, a minimum of 765 MB of free disk space is necessary, with a recommended capacity of 1.5 GB. Please ensure that adequate disk space is available before proceeding with the software installation.
| Filename | Size | Download | |
| Full Feature Driver and Software for windows 8 8.1 10.exe (Recommended) | 260.84 MB | ||
| Full Feature Driver and Software for windows XP Vista and 7.exe (Recommended) | 296.12 MB | ||
| Print and Scan Driver – IT Professional Use Only for windows 8 and 8.1 32 bit.exe
, Windows 8 32-bit |
65.19 MB | ||
| Print and Scan Driver – IT Professional Use Only for windows 8 and 8.1 64 bit.exe
, Windows 8 64-bit |
67.24 MB | ||
| Basic Driver – IT Professional Use Only for windows 7 32 bit.exe | 90.12 MB | ||
| Basic Driver – IT Professional Use Only for windows Vista and 7 64 bit.exe | 92.74 MB | ||
| Basic Driver – IT Professional Use Only for windows XP 32 bit.exe | 4.58 MB | ||
| Basic Print and Scan Driver for windows XP vista and 7.exe | 241.38 MB | ||
| ePrint Software – Network and Wireless Connected Printers for windows 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit.exe
, Windows 7 32-bit |
26.22 MB | ||
| ePrint Software – Network and Wireless Connected Printers for windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit.exe
, Windows 7 64-bit |
31.19 MB | ||
| Download HP Officejet Pro 8500 driver from Hp website | |||
Driver for Mac OS
The compatible versions of the HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier driver include Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, and OS X 10.7. However, v10.7 necessitates a processor of either PowerPC with G3, G4, G5 or Intel Core Duo. Conversely, Mac OS X 10.7 requires an Intel Core Duo processor. To operate smoothly, the internal memory should be at least 256 MB for OS 10.4, 10.5, and 10.6. Additionally, the minimum hard disk free space required is 500 MB, although it is recommended to have at least 800 MB free space.
| Filename | Size | Download | |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.6.dmg | 127.47 MB | ||
| Full Feature Driver and Software – Universal for Mac OS X 10.5.dmg | 168.73 MB | ||
| Download HP Officejet Pro 8500 driver from Hp website | |||
Connectivity
The primary connectivity is through the Hi-speed USB 2.0 port. The additional means of connecting include Memory card slots and network support.
Paper Handling
The input tray holds the maximum of 250 sheets of plain paper while the output tray can hold up to 100 sheets. This capacity holds a lesser number of sheets for other media types. Different media types that are compatible with HP Officejet Pro 8500 Premier printer include the Transparencies, Banners, Cards, Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, etc. the automatic duplexer is not with the printer. The function of the automatic duplexer unit is to enable the printer to print on both sides of the paper automatically.
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Power Specifications
The Power consumption is 35 watts on actual printing and 40 watts while copying at Fast Draft mode. The printer works with a Universal Power Adapter that is external. The input voltage range is 100 to 240 VAC while the output voltage is 32 V DC at 2000 mA.