The Canon ImageRunner 8500 laser copier is ideal for medium and large size tasks. The average copier speed is 85 cpm with a resolution up to 1,200 x 600 dpi. The copier reduces and enlarges from 25% to 400%, the first copy time is 2,9 seconds and the warm-up time is 6 minutes. The standard paper capacity is 550 sheets. The printer specifications include an average speed of 85 ppm with a resolution up to 1,200 x 600 dpi. The Canon ImageRunner 8500 uses cartridge number 6748A003AA with an average page yield of 73,000 pages at 5% coverage, wich is usually a regular letter size page with text. The replacement cycles of the copier are convenient, mostly based on the high yield capacity of the cartridges that reduces the cost per page. Make sure to get the high yield cartridge version, which will save you more than the standard version originally included in the printer. It is compatible with Windows and Mac.