HP Officejet Pro 8600 User Manual

IconPurpose
Displays the Network screen for selecting options.
Provides more information about the printer's features.
HP Officejet Pro 8600
model
HP Officejet Pro 8600
Plus and HP Officejet
Pro 8600 Premium
models
Displays a screen where you can see information about the ink cartridges,
including fill levels. This icon has a red border when an ink cartridge needs
attention.
NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning...

Change printer settings
Use the control panel to change the printer’s mode and settings, print reports, or get
help for the printer.
TIP:If the printer is connected to a computer, you can also change the printer
settings using HP software tools available on your computer, such as the HP printer
software, HP Utility (Mac OS X), or the  EWS. For more information about these
tools, see 
Printer manag ement tools.
This section contains the following topics:
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Select the mode
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Change printer settings
Select...

Finding the printer model number
In addition to the model name that appears on the front of the printer, this printer has
a specific model number. You can use this number when obtaining support and to help
determine which supplies or accessories are available for your printer.
The model number is printed on a label located on the inside of the ink cartridge
access door, near the ink cartridges area.
Select print media
The printer is designed to wo rk well with most types of office media. It is best to...

HP Printing Paper HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It producesdocuments that look and feel more substantial than documents
printed on standard multipurpose or  copy paper. It features ColorLok
Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors.
HP Office Paper HP Office Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It is suitable for copies, drafts, memos and other everyday documents. It features
ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid
colors.
HP...

Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.
HP Premium Plus
Photo PaperHP’s best photo paper is heavyweight for producing professional
quality photos. Features an instant-dry finish for easy handling
without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity.
It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm
(4 x 6 inch), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes – glossy or soft-
gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer...

 Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily
 Media that contains staples or clips
NOTE:To scan, copy, or fax documents that contain pages that do not
conform to these guidelines, use the scanner glass. For more information, see
Load an original on the scanner glass.
Load an original on the scanner glass
You can copy, scan, or fax up  to Letter- or A4-size originals by loading them on the
glass.
NOTE: Many of the special features do not work correctly if the glass and lid
backing are not clean....

Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF)
You can copy, scan, or fax a one-sided, single- or multiple-page, A4- or Letter-size
document by placing it in the automatic document feeder tray.
CAUTION:Do not load photos in the ADF;  this might cause damage to your
photos. Use only media that is supported by the printer. For more information, see
Tips for selecting and using media.
NOTE: Only single-sided documents on A4 or Letter-size paper can be scanned,
copied, or faxed using the ADF. The...

Load media
This section provides instructions for loading media into the printer.
This section contains the following topics:
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Load standard-size media
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Load envelopes
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Load cards and photo paper
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Load custom-size media
Load standard-size media
To load media
Use these instructions to load standard media.
1. Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the media print-side do wn in the center of the tray. Make sure the stack of
media aligns with the line on the width guide, and is not higher than the paper stack
line on...

4.Pull out the extension on the output tray.
Load envelopes
To load envelopes
Use these instructions to load an envelope.
1.Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the envelopes print-side down and load according to the graphic. Make sure
the stack of envelopes  does not exceed the line  marking in the tray.
NOTE:Do not load paper while the printer is printing.
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3.Slide the media guides in the tray to adjust them for the media size that you have
loaded, and then reinsert the tray.
4. Pull out the extension on the output tray.
Load cards and photo paper
To load cards and photo paper
Use these instructions to load photo paper.
1.Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the media print-side do wn in the center of the tray. Make sure the stack of
media aligns with the line on the width guide, and is not higher than the paper stack
line on the guide.
NOTE: Do not load paper while...