Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack II, Windows Vista and Windows 7 are the supported operating system versions for Windows. Windows XP (32-bit) requires an Intel Pentium II or Celeron processor while HP recommends Intel Pentium III or higher. Microsoft Windows Vista requires an 800 MHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor, but HP recommends 1 GHz processor. For systems running on Windows 7, a 1 GHz processor works best while the manufacturer recommends 1.5 GHz processor.
HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus Driver for Windows
Supported OS: Windows 11 (64-bit), Windows 10 (32-bit), Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 8.1 (32-bit), Windows 8.1 (64-bit), Windows 8 (32-bit), Windows 8 (64-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit), Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit), Windows Vista (64-bit), Windows XP (32-bit), Windows XP (64-bit)
| Filename | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP 32-bit and 64-bit.exe (Recommended) | 80.47 MB | Download |
| Basic Driver for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP 32-bit.exe | 26.98 MB | Download |
| Basic Driver for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista 64-bit.exe | 29.05 MB | Download |
| Universal Fax Driver for Windows XP Vista 7 8 8.1.zip | 11.32 MB | Download |
| Universal Fax Driver for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP 32-bit and 64-bit.exe | 16.34 MB | Download |
| ePrint Software – Network and Wireless Connected Printers for windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 32-bit.exe | 26.22 MB | Download |
| ePrint Software – Network and Wireless Connected Printers for windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 64-bit.exe | 31.19 MB | Download |
Driver and Software for Mac OS
Supported OS: macOS Sierra 10.12, OS X El Capitan 10.11, OS X Yosemite 10.10, OS X Mavericks 10.9, OS X Mountain Lion 10.8, OS X Lion 10.7, Mac OS X Snow Leopard 10.6, Mac OS X Leopard 10.5
| Filename | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.8.dmg | 179.07 MB | Download |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.7.dmg | 157.32 MB | Download |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6.dmg | 153.08 MB | Download |
| ePrint Software – Network and Wireless Connected Printers for Mac OS X 10.8 to 10.12.dmg | 6.61 MB | Download |
Specifications
The require Ram size for Windows XP is 128 MB while HP recommends 512 MB. Windows Vista requires a minimum of 512 MB, but the manufacturer recommends 1 GB of RAM. For Windows 7, a 1 GB of RAM must be in place, but HP recommends 2 GB. The free hard disk space for Windows XP is 750 MB (minimum), but HP recommends 850 MB. For Windows Vista, 2 GB of open hard disk space is crucial, but HP recommends 2.5 GB of disk space. Windows 7 requires 1.5 GB but recommends 2 GB of hard disk free space.
The printer belongs to the family of the HP Office includes;
1. HP Officejet Pro 8500A all-in-one Printer – A910a and A910d with product numbers CM755A, CQ721A, and CQ840A
2. HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus all-in-one Printer series A910g and A910k with product numbers CM756A, CQ722A and CQ841A
3. HP Officejet Pro 8500A Premium all-in-one with product number CM758A
The physical dimensions are 12.1 x 19.8 x 18.6 inches (HWD) while the tray is out, height is 14.7 inches. The weight of the printer is 27.1 lbs with the duplexer but 33.1 lbs with the second tray. The machine is an all-in-one device with the ability to not only print but also copy, scan, send and receive fax messages. The power option is with a Universal Power Adapter with 100 to 240 VAC at 50/60 Hz.
Printheads and Cartridges
The compatible printheads include HP 940 Black/Yellow Officejet Printhead with part number C4900A. The other is the HP 940 Magenta/Cyan Officejet Printhead with part number C4901A. Usable cartridges include
1. HP 940XL Black Officejet Ink Cartridge
2. HP 940 Black Officejet Ink Cartridge (for North America only)
3. Cyan Officejet Ink HP 940XL Cartridge
4. HP 940 Cyan Officejet Ink Cartridge (for North America only)
5. HP 940XL Magenta Officejet Ink Cartridge
6. Magenta Officejet Ink HP 940 Cartridge (for North America only)
7. HP 940XL Yellow Officejet Ink Cartridge
8. HP 940 Yellow Officejet Ink Cartridge (for North America only)
Connectivity
The central connectivity is through the Hi-Speed USB 2.0. The alternative is an embedded networking port. In addition to these, the printer can work with memory cards adaptable for card slots and PictBridge.
Paper Handling
The printer supports various paper sizes and types including Plain paper, Transparencies, Cards, Banners, Envelopes, etc. The input tray has up to 250 sheets of plain paper capacity while the output tray holds 150 sheets. There is an extra tray of up to 250 sheets which is an optional accessory. The Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) of this printer holds about 50 sheets of paper.
Limitations
1. There is no duplexer unit in the printer
2. No USB printer cable is in the printer package
Download HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus e-All-in-One Printer – A910g driver from HP website