HP OfficeJet Pro 8600 (N911a) 8600 Plus (N911g) 8600 Premium Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP OfficeJet Pro 8600 (N911a), 8600 Plus (N911g) and 8600 Premium, which uses the HP 950, 950XL and 951XL ink cartridge series. Built for high-volume office printing and automatic duplexing, these workhorse all-in-ones handle heavy document workflows efficiently. Our 4.8 Google rating proves it: we consistently supply premium cartridges backed by rock-solid reliability. Ink Depot has been supplying dependable consumables for these printers since Feb 2012. Switching to high-yield 950XL (CN045AA) black cartridges drastically reduces intervention during long print jobs.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for HP 950XL and 951XL ink cartridges are calculated under standard ISO/IEC 24711 testing procedures using continuous printing of five-page document sets. Actual output varies based on page coverage, print density and document complexity in busy office environments.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 950XL | High Yield | Black | 2,500 | $0.046 |
| 951XL | High Yield | Cyan | 1,500 | $0.054 |
| 951XL | High Yield | Magenta | 1,500 | $0.054 |
| 951XL | High Yield | Yellow | 1,500 | $0.054 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Compatible HP 950XL and 951XL cartridges provide a cost-effective alternative for routine business printing while maintaining sharp text and vibrant output. Read our detailed guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to evaluate which option suits your office workflow.
Managing Replacements and Delivery
For high-volume office printing, stocking up on multi-cartridge bundles or high-yield 950XL (CN045AA) black cartridges minimises downtime. If you prefer lower operational costs, compatible 951XL (CN046AA, CN047AA, CN048AA) options deliver substantial savings and come with a money-back guarantee if they fail to perform. Review our returns policy for full peace of mind. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our Australian warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Browse our full range of HP ink cartridges today.
Essential Tip for HP 950 and 951 Ink Cartridges
Always replace individual 951XL colour cartridges as they deplete rather than waiting for all three colours to run low, ensuring consistent printhead performance without wasting usable ink in companion cartridges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the HP OfficeJet Pro 8600, 8600 Plus, and 8600 Premium all use the same ink cartridges?
Yes, all models across the OfficeJet Pro 8600 range share the identical HP 950 and 951 cartridge series, allowing seamlessly shared stock across multiple desks or departments.
Can I install a high-yield 950XL black cartridge if my printer previously used a standard 950?
Yes, the 950XL (CN045AA) has the exact same external physical dimensions as the standard 950 cartridge and fits into the exact same slot, but contains a larger internal ink reservoir.
What happens if one colour cartridge runs completely empty during a print run?
The OfficeJet Pro 8600 series requires all four ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) to contain usable ink to print, preventing damage to the permanent printhead assembly.
How do individual colour cartridges compare to tri-colour cartridges in workflow efficiency?
Because the 951XL series uses individual Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow cartridges, you only replace the exact colour that has depleted, avoiding the waste associated with single-body tri-colour cartridges where one empty colour forces the disposal of the entire unit.
