How come I have to spend $145. to get windows 7 to install a HP officejet pro 8500a printer.

I have tried for 2 days to install a printer.I bought one and took it back to the store.They exchanged it for a new one and I could not install it either.After severa hours With a Technician from H.P. I could not get it to print anything from the internet.I was told by H.P. that it was Vista operational system and I have to buy windows 7.This sounds like a lot of BS to me.Andy

You're right. That does sound odd. I have q 6500+ running on Vist w/no problem. Have you a) uninstalled any old HP printers from the pc? b) run install as Administrator? I have not looked, but does the setup disc say it has Vista drivers? If so there should be no reason it doesn't install properly. I looked the printer up and it says it should work under Vista.
Maybe you need to open up a tech support case and get in touch w/a case mgr. to help you. They often are more help than some of the tech support staff.  Good luck.

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