HP (Hewlett-Packard) C7100 All in One Printer User Manual


 
Wrong ink cartridge(s) installed
Cause The wrong ink cartridge(s) are installed.
Solution The first time you set up and use the HP All-in-One, make sure to install the ink
cartridges that were shipped with your device. The ink in these ink cartridges is specially
formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly.
To resolve this error, replace the affected ink cartridge(s) with the ink cartridges that were
shipped with the HP All-in-One.
For more information, see:
Replace the ink cartridges
Ink cartridge is missing, incorrectly installed, or not intended for your device
Cause One or more ink cartridges are missing.
Solution Remove and reinsert the ink cartridges and verify that they are fully inserted and
locked in place.
Cause One or more of the ink cartridges are not installed or are installed incorrectly.
Solution Remove and reinsert the ink cartridges and verify that they are fully inserted and
locked in place. If the problem persists, clean the copper-colored contacts of the print
cartridges.
Cause The ink cartridge is defective or not intended for use in this device.
Solution Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) immediately so that you can resume printing.
If there are no ink cartridges missing from the HP All-in-One, the ink cartridge contacts might
need to be cleaned.
If there are no ink cartridges missing from the HP All-in-One, and you still receive this message
after cleaning the ink cartridge contacts, you might have a damaged ink cartridge. Contact HP
customer support. Go to:
www.hp.com/support
If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling
for technical support.
For more information, see:
Replace the ink cartridges
Cause The wrong ink cartridge(s) are installed.
Solution The first time you set up and use the HP All-in-One, make sure to install the ink
cartridges that were shipped with your device. The ink in these ink cartridges is specially
formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly.
To resolve this error, replace the affected ink cartridge(s) with the ink cartridges that were
shipped with the HP All-in-One.
For more information, see:
Replace the ink cartridges
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