Why does my HP printer keep saying cartridge problem?
Why does my HP printer keep saying cartridge problem?
Check/Wipe Cartridge Contacts: A common cause of the “Cartridge Problem” message is the gold contacts found on an electonic chip on the body of the HP cartridge being obscured with dirt/ink or even physically having been damaged. Firstly remove the indicated cartridge from the printer and locate the chip.
How do I get rid of incompatible cartridge error on HP printer?
Remove all of the cartridges from the printer….From your HP Smart App:
- Open your app and go to ‘printer status. ‘
- On the app, press the printer with the incompatible ink cartridge.
- Go to your printer and disconnect the printer from wifi.
- Reconnect the printer to wifi– this should help– happy printing!
How do I clear the cartridge problem message?

Replace the problem ink cartridge
- Obtain a replacement cartridge.
- Open the door or lid to the cartridge access area.
- Remove the cartridge indicated in the error message, and then insert the new cartridge into the slot.
- Repeat these steps to replace any other cartridges indicated in the error message.
Why does my HP printer keeps saying remove and reinstall ink cartridge?
Remove and reinstall” or “Depleted Ink Cartridge” may happen because of the dirt accumulated during the exploitation period. To override HP ink cartridge error, remove and reinstall the indicated cartridge 2-3 times until it firmly seats in the slot. Then turn off the printer and remove all cartridges.
How do I fix a print cartridge problem?
Reset the printer
- If your printer has a rechargeable battery, remove it.
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the printer.
- Unplug the power cord from the power source.
- Wait 60 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to a wall outlet and to the printer. Note:
- Turn on the printer to complete the reset.
How do I fix an incompatible printer cartridge?

“Incompatible”, “Not Recognised” and general errors
- First, take all of the cartridges out of the printer (including any that are working, or do not need replacement).
- Put the problem cartridge back in on its own.
- Turn the printer off and unplug it from the wall for about ten minutes.
How do I bypass HP ink cartridges?
From the Printer menu, go to Printer Settings. Find the option that allows you to disable HP cartridge protection. Select the disable option. Click Apply and Save if necessary.