HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 2800 - The HP DeskJet Ink Advantage
2800 Series is a compact, wallet-friendly AIO made for everyday home tasks,
print, scan, copy - with quick, app-guided Wi-Fi setup and a tiny
footprint. It’s aimed at students and households that print occasionally and
want clean text, simple controls, and low fuss.
Quick Verdict
Great for: homework,
forms, tickets, simple color docs, and the occasional photo.
Why it’s worth it: super-easy setup from phone or PC, dependable output
for basic tasks, and a space-saving design.
Keep in mind: entry-level speeds and manual duplex (no
auto two-sided); small trays suit low monthly volumes.
Highlights:
- Easy connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and USB; onboarding through HP’s installer/app.
- Everyday speed: up to ~7.5 ppm black / ~5.5 ppm color for typical home documents.
- Photo-ready quality: up to 4800×1200 optimized dpi on HP photo paper (color).
- Paper handling: 60-sheet input and 25-sheet output; manual duplex via driver prompts.
- Mobile printing: Works with the HP app, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria; Chromebook-friendly.
- Quiet & compact: fits neatly beside a laptop or on a shelf.
Key Specifications:
- Functions: Print / Copy / Scan (flatbed, CIS sensor)
- Print speed (ISO class): up to ~7.5 ppm (black), ~5.5 ppm (color)
- Max resolution: up to 1200×1200 (black); up to 4800×1200 optimized (color)
- Scanner: up to 1200 dpi optical; save to PDF/JPG/PNG
- Media: Letter/A4, envelopes, cards, photo paper
- Duty cycle: up to 1,000 pages/month (recommended much lower for best results)
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0
HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 2800 All-in-One Driver Downloads
OPERATING SYSTEM |
OFFICIAL DOWNLOAD LINK |
Windows 11 (64-bit*) |
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Windows 10 (32/64-bit) |
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Windows 8 / 8.1 (32/64-bit) |
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macOS (Intel & Apple silicon) |
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Linux |
*Microsoft distributes Windows 11 only in 64-bit form.
Setup Tips (Quick)
- Windows 10/11: Use the Full-feature package from the series page; the wizard walks you through USB or Wi-Fi and installs scan tools.
- Windows 8/8.1: If HP’s site mis-detects your OS, click Change and select your exact version/bitness.
- macOS: Run HP Easy Start; it detects your macOS version and fetches the correct print/scan components (you can also add the printer via System Settings → Printers using AirPrint).
- Linux: Install the latest HPLIP, then run hp-setup to discover and configure the printer over USB or Wi-Fi.
Pros & Cons
Pros: tiny footprint,
quick wireless onboarding, dependable everyday text, low upfront cost.
Cons: modest speeds, manual duplex, small trays, best for light-volume
printing.