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Manufacturer codeCB022A
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About the HP OfficeJet Pro 8500 - A909a
HP CB022A is listed in the multifunction printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Thermal inkjet; colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: Yes; wi-fi: No. This entry covers manufacturer code CB022A. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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- Print technology
- Thermal inkjet
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 4800 x 1200 DPI
- Duplex printing
- Yes
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 15 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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HP OfficeJet Pro 8500 - A909a specifications
Manufacturer code: CB022A · Icecat product 1968742 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 15 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Scanning | Colour scanning |
| Copying | Colour copying |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 59 dB |
|---|
Display2 details
| Built-in display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
|---|---|
| Memory (RAM) | 64 MB |
| Compatible memory cards | CF, Memory Stick (MS), miniSD, MMC, MMCmicro, MS Duo, MS PRO, MS PRO Duo, SD, SDHC, xD |
| Processor frequency | 384 MHz |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 60 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
Printing, scanning & paper65 details
| Printing | Colour printing |
|---|---|
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 19, 11 |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 34 ppm |
| Print speed (black, best quality, A4) | 5 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, best quality, A4) | 3.5 ppm |
| Print speed (colour photo, draft quality) | 34 ppm |
| Print speed (black, best quality, letter) | 5 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, best quality, letter) | 3.5 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter) | 34 ppm |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 600 DPI |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 17 cpm |
| Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4) | 17 cpm |
| Copy speed (colour, normal, US Letter) | 17 cpm |
| Time to first copy (colour, normal) | 23 s |
| Time to first copy (letter) | 18 sec |
| Copy resolution (black graphics) | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum copy speed (black, A4) | 35 cpm |
| Maximum copy speed (colour, A4) | 34 cpm |
| Copy speed (black, best, letter) | 5 cpm |
| Optical scanning resolution | 2400 x 4800 DPI |
| Maximum scan resolution | 4800 x 4800 DPI |
| Maximum scan area | 216 x 297 mm |
| Scanner type | Flatbed scanner |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Faxing | Mono faxing |
| Fax memory | 125 pages |
| Fax speed dialing (max numbers) | 99 |
| Fax forwarding | Yes |
| Fax speed (A4) | 3 sec/page |
| Fax broadcasting | 48 locations |
| Fax delayed sending | Yes |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Printing colours | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Total output capacity | 150 sheets |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) | Yes |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity | 35 sheets |
| Standard output capacity for envelopes | 15 sheets |
| Standard output capacity for cards | 55 |
| Maximum output capacity | 150 sheets |
| Maximum print size | 216 x 297 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive |
| Recommended media weight | 75 - 90 g/m² |
| Maximum paper trays | 2 |
| Standard input trays | 1 |
| Custom media sizes | 76 x 127 - 216 x 356 mm |
| Media types supported | Paper (brochure, inkjet, plain), photo paper, envelopes, cards (index), transparencies |
| Maximum scan area (ADF) | 216 x 356 mm |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | 4800 DPI |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print quality (black, normal quality) | 1200 DPI |
| Standard output capacity for transparencies | 60 sheets |
| Duplex supported media size | A4 |
| Media size (tray 2) | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, C5, C6, 182 x 257 mm to 216 x 356 mm |
| Automatic paper sensor | N |
| Maximum scan area (imperial) | 21.6 cm (8.5") |
| Auto fax reduction supported | Yes |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 55 sheets |
| Maximum scan area (ADF) (imperial) | 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14") |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | Letter, legal, statement, executive, 3 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in, 5 x 8 in, 4 x 10 in, 4 x 11 in, 4 x 12 in, 8 x 10 in, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch, DL) |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 20 to 24 lb |
| Standard output capacity for legal | 150 sheets |
| Vivera inks supported | N |
| Media size (tray 1) | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, C5, C6, 76 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mm |
Connections & wireless5 details
| Standard interfaces | Ethernet, RJ-11, USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| RJ-11 ports quantity | 1 |
| Wireless option type | Optional, enabled with purchase of a hardware accessory |
Power & battery3 details
| Power consumption (average operating) | 34 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 5.1 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.4 W |
Controls & features2 details
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 °C |
Design & dimensions9 details
| Input colour depth | 48 bit |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black, Grey |
| Width | 494 mm |
| Depth | 479 mm |
| Height | 299 mm |
| Weight | 11.9 kg |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 494 x 479 x 299 mm |
| Colour all-in-one functions | Copy, Print, Scan |
| Weight (imperial) | 11.9 kg (26.2 lbs) |
Software & compatibility8 details
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2008 |
| Bundled software | HP Solution Center, HP Photosmart Essential, HP Smart Web Printing, HP Update, HP Document Manager, HP Product Assistant |
| Compatible operating systems | Microsoft Windows 7, Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit x86 & 64-bit), Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows XP Professional x64 (SP1), Windows XP Professional (SP1) and Home (SP1) (32 & 64-bit), Windows 2000 (SP4), Windows Foundation Server 2008, Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition; Mac OS X v 10.4.11 +, Mac OS X v 10.5.x, Mac OS X v 10.6, Linux |
| Junk barrier supported | Yes (requires Caller ID) |
| SureSupply supported | Yes |
Further product details34 details
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
|---|---|
| Copier resize | 25 - 400% |
| Greyscale levels | 256 |
| TWAIN version | 1.9 |
| Modem speed | 33.6 Kbit/s |
| Auto-redialing | Yes |
| Distinctive ring | Yes |
| Maximum duty cycle | 15000 pages per month |
| Digital sender | No |
| All-In-One-multitasking | Yes |
| Total input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for envelopes | 20 |
| Maximum input capacity for transparencies | 70 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographs | 55 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 500 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B4, B5, B6 |
| Envelope feeder | No |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | 55 |
| Market positioning | Business |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Layers per pallet | 4 pc(s) |
| Power requirements | 100 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50 - 60 Hz |
| Minimum system requirements for Macintosh | Mac OS X v 10.4, v 10.5, v 10.6; PowerPC G3, G4, G5, or Intel Core processor; 256 MB RAM; 500 MB hard disk space; CD-ROM; USB |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| A6 Card | Yes |
| Size (imperial) | 49.4 cm (19.4") |
| Duty cycle letter size (maximum) | 15000 pages per month |
| All-in-one functions | Copy, Fax, Scan |
| First page out (black&white, A4, ready) | 15 s |
| First page out (black&white, letter, ready) | 15 s |
| Send to email capability | No |
| Standard input capacity for legal | 250 sheets |
Packaging & supplied accessories13 details
| Package width | 593 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 450 mm |
| Package height | 581 mm |
| Package weight | 17.4 kg |
| Pallet gross weight | 295 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 4 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 16 pc(s) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1219 x 1016 x 2468 mm |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 593.1 x 450.1 x 580.9 mm (23.4 x 17.7 x 22.9") |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2468.1 mm (48 x 40 x 97.2") |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 293.9 kg (648 lbs) |
| Package weight (imperial) | 17.4 kg (38.3 lbs) |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 593 x 450 x 581 mm |
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