The HP OfficeJet Pro 8600 is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for professional-quality color printing at lower cost than laser printers. It features print speeds up to 18 ppm (black) and 13 ppm (color), automatic duplex printing, wireless and wired connectivity, a 2.65-inch touchscreen, a 250-sheet input tray (with an optional second tray), a 35-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF), and copy/scan/fax capabilities[1][4].
There are several variants with additional features:
– **8600 Plus**: Faster print speeds (20 ppm black, 16 ppm color), larger 4.3-inch touchscreen with gesture support, 50-sheet ADF, legal-size scanning glass, automatic two-sided copying, faxing, and scanning[1].
– **8600 Premium**: Includes all Plus features plus a second 250-sheet input tray, extra ink supplies, glossy brochure paper, and advanced OCR software[1].
Setup options include wired Ethernet connection or wireless via Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or manual Wi-Fi configuration. The printer supports mobile printing and offers network security features like configurable firewall rules accessible through an embedded web server[2].
The OfficeJet Pro 8600 has been discontinued but supplies such as ink cartridges are still available, including remanufactured cartridges that provide high yield and professional-quality prints at a lower cost[3][5].
In summary, the HP OfficeJet Pro 8600 is a versatile, cost-efficient office printer suitable for businesses requiring high-quality color printing with multifunction capabilities. However, because it is discontinued, users may want to verify availability of supplies and support[5].