To ensure continued operation of your aftermarket printer cartridges, please follow these step-by-step instructions to Disable Automatic Firmware Updates on your printer.
1. On the printers LCD screen, locate the "SETUP" icon on the main screen and press to select.
2. Scroll down and locate "TOOLS or Printer Maintenance" option and press to select.
3. Next, press "Update the Printer" from the available options.
4. Press "Printer Update Options".
5. Choose "Do Not Check”.
6. Do you want to turn on printer updates? Select "NO".
This option prevents the automatic installation of firmware updates that might otherwise eliminate your ability to use aftermarket printer cartridges.
Please note - Not all firmware updates disable cartridges, and some may contain important security updates. We suggest reviewing firmware release notes and periodically checking for critical security updates from your printer manufacturer so you can make an informed decision whether to install a particular firmware revision.***
If you receive an error message stating that the “alignment failed” or that the ”alignment could not be completed”, this may indicate that the printer is not properly recognizing the cartridge.
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
Confirm that the cartridge pictured matches the cartridge you have in your hand or installed in your machine.
Confirm that the printer you are using is listed in the printer compatibility table as a suitable printer for the cartridge you are trying to install.
If ONE of these TWO criteria do NOT match, you have most likely received the incorrect cartridge for your printer. Please visit our PRINTER COMPATIBILITY page in order to determine what cartridge you need for your machine.
Once you have confirmed you have the correct cartridge for your printer we will begin by making sure you have properly removed all of the protective outer components from your cartridge before installation into the printer.
The first step is to make sure you have properly removed the clip from the cartridge. This clip protects the electrical circuitry on the cartridge and also keeps the cartridge from leaking.
Once the clip has been removed, you should see a copper strip and this is the cartridge’s contacts. These contacts communicate with the printer to print your documents. Please keep in mind that there are various styles of clips and that the clip we are removing in this video may not be identical to the one on your cartridge. Clips will vary in color, size and shape depending on the cartridge model and supplier of your remanufactured inkjet.
After you remove the clip, please make sure that you are installing your cartridge into the correct location in the printer. Please consult your printer’s user manual to learn how to correctly install your remanufactured inkjet cartridge.
If you are trying to install the cartridge in the correct location, the cartridge may have been mislabeled and should be returned to the place of purchase.
If you need to print right away and this troubleshooting did not solve the problem with your cartridge, please select the option entitled "One Cartridge Printing"
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
If you notice that the ink gauge displays a low or no ink level, please look at the back of your cartridge.
If your cartridge contains a patch over the copper contacts as shown above, you may be able to allow the printer to read the ink levels by cleaning the electrical patch. Simply use a lint free cloth (such as a coffee filter) or a pencil eraser to gently clean the contacts from any obstruction or debris. Reinstall the cartridge and follow any on-screen prompts.
If the problem persists, reset your printer by turning off your computer and the printer (with the cartridges installed). Leave your machines off for 2 minutes, and then restart. If neither of these troubleshooting tips help, your cartridge should be returned to the place of purchase.
However, if your cartridge does not have a patch over the contacts, DO NOT be alarmed.
A low/empty ink message is very common because you are using a remanufactured inkjet.
The ink gauge on your printer will no longer read the ink levels correctly because it does not recognize your cartridge as “new”. This message can be bypassed easily when necessary and will not affect your printing performance.
Keep in mind that the ink gauges on printers only serve as an ESTIMATE of how much ink may be remaining in the cartridge.
To continue printing, click ok or continue through any printer prompts, if applicable, to allow the printer to finish printing.
Or you may press ok on your printer’s LCD screen, if it has one.
If your printer has an LCD screen but you do not see an option to bypass the low ink message (or if pressing "OK" does not eliminate the error), please click here for an example of what to look for on your printer.
If you notice that the ink gauge displays a low or no ink level, please look at the back of your cartridge.
If your cartridge contains a patch over the copper contacts as shown above, you may be able to allow the printer to read the ink levels by cleaning the electrical patch. Simply use a lint free cloth (such as a coffee filter) or a pencil eraser to gently clean the contacts from any obstruction or debris. Reinstall the cartridge and follow any on-screen prompts.
If the problem persists, reset your printer by turning off your computer and the printer (with the cartridges installed). Leave your machines off for 2 minutes, and then restart. If neither of these troubleshooting tips help, your cartridge should be returned to the place of purchase.
However, if your cartridge does not have a patch over the contacts, DO NOT be alarmed.
A low/empty ink message is very common because you are using a remanufactured inkjet.
The ink gauge on your printer will no longer read the ink levels correctly because it does not recognize your cartridge as “new”. This message can be bypassed easily when necessary and will not affect your printing performance.
Keep in mind that the ink gauges on printers only serve as an ESTIMATE of how much ink may be remaining in the cartridge.
To continue printing, click ok or continue through any printer prompts, if applicable, to allow the printer to finish printing.
Or you may press ok on your printer’s LCD screen, if it has one.
If your printer has an LCD screen but you do not see an option to bypass the low ink message (or if pressing "OK" does not eliminate the error), please click here for an example of what to look for on your printer.
If you encounter a pop-up screen containing information about HP's Cartridge Protection Feature asking you if you would like to discourage theft and counterfeiting by protecting your HP cartridge, select "No".
If you selected “Yes” in error, you may see a second screen asking you to enable or disable HP Cartridge Protection.
Select “Disable HP Cartridge Protection” then “Save Setting” and close.
You may encounter an error stating that "HP's ink cartridge and printer warranties do not cover repairs or service due to the use of non-HP cartridges or non-HP ink" or an error stating "Counterfeit Cartridge Advisory".
It is important to note that most remanufactured inkjet cartridges are 100% guaranteed. Most manufacturers warrant against any damage to your printer.
In order to continue or begin using your printer, click OK or Continue to dismiss the printer prompts that appear on your screen after installing the remanufactured cartridges. Do not click "Cancel".
This message may reappear prior to the depletion of your cartridge. Please follow the same procedure to dismiss the message if this does occur.
If you did click "Cancel", click here for more information.
Your rights as a consumer are protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act, Subparagraph C, Section 101.
"The use of a non-HP ink cartridge or a refilled ink cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer."
Please click here for more information How to respond to Warranty messages
Upon installing an HP 61 or 61XL inkjet, you may encounter an error stating that the cartridge you have installed is an older generation cartridge.
Some of the latest printer models will only accept newly released cartridges. You may also encounter this same message when using an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) cartridge (click here for more information).
At this time, the only printers affected by this change are:
Deskjet 1010
Deskjet 1056
Deskjet 1510
Deskjet 2540
Deskjet 2542
Deskjet 3511
Deskjet 4522
ENVY 4500
ENVY 4501
ENVY 4502
ENVY 4531
ENVY 5530
Officejet 2620
Officejet 4630
Officejet 4631
Officejet 4632
Officejet 4634
Officejet 4635
Officejet 4639
Please note that "old generation" cartridges will work in these printers as long as you HAVE NOT accepted firmware updates from the OEM. If you have accepted this update, you will need to purchase a "new generation" cartridge.
The OEM has put expiration dates on these cartridges so there is an easy way to tell which generation you have. Look at the back of the cartridge – stamped on the cartridge next to the OEM logo is a date that will have a year, month and a day.
If you encounter the “older generation” error message and the date on your cartridge is 2014/03/31 or earlier, you will need to contact the supplier of your remanufactured cartridge for a new version replacement.
If the date on the cartridge is 2014/04/01 or later, the cartridge should be accepted by your printer.
Please note, you may need to remove a sticker or label to see the date on the cartridge. If you do remove anything from the cartridge, be sure to reapply it after you confirm the cartridge generation to ensure that you receive credit if necessary.
If the cartridge is not accepted by your printer and the date is after 2014/04/01, please follow the instructions for an unrecognized cartridge: "Cartridge indicates missing/damaged/incompatible/ incorrect/unsupported/has a problem"
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
Confirm that the cartridge pictured matches the cartridge you have in your hand or installed in your machine.
Confirm that the printer you are using is listed in the printer compatibility table as a compatible printer for the cartridge you are trying to install.
If ONE of these TWO criteria do NOT match, you have most likely received the incorrect cartridge for your printer. Please visit our PRINTER COMPATIBILITY page in order to determine what cartridge you need for your machine.
You may encounter an error stating that the original HP ink in your cartridge has been depleted and a question asking if the cartridge was sold to you as a new, genuine HP-branded cartridge. If you encounter this message, please click "No" to continue printing.
You may also encounter an error stating that "HP's ink cartridge and printer warranties do not cover repairs or service due to the use of non-HP cartridges or non-HP ink".
It is important to note that most remanufactured inkjet cartridges are 100% guaranteed. Most manufacturers warrant against any damage to your printer.
In order to continue or begin using your printer, click OK (or Continue) to dismiss the printer prompts that appear on your screen after installing the remanufactured cartridges. You may also press OK on your printer's LCD screen if it has one. Do not press Cancel. If you pressed Cancel and receive a message about Cartridge Protection, please click here for more information.
This message may reappear prior to the depletion of your cartridge. Please follow the same procedure to dismiss the message if this does occur.
Your rights as a consumer are protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act, Subparagraph C, Section 101.
"The use of a non-HP ink cartridge or a refilled ink cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer."
Please click here for more information.
If you have printed a document and are unsatisfied with the print quality, you may need to perform a cleaning cycle in order to improve the quality of your print.
This video will show you an example of how to perform a cleaning cycle through your printer's control panel. If your printer does not have a control panel, please select the troubleshooting for "Performing a Cleaning Cycle from your Computer" for further assistance.
Please keep in mind that this process may vary by printer and that you may also consult your printer's user manual for instructions on performing a cleaning cycle.
To ensure continued operation of your aftermarket printer cartridges, please follow these step-by-step instructions to Disable Automatic Firmware Updates on your printer.
1. On the printers LCD screen, locate the "SETUP" icon on the main screen and press to select.
2. Scroll down and locate "TOOLS or Printer Maintenance" option and press to select.
3. Next, press "Update the Printer" from the available options.
4. Press "Printer Update Options".
5. Choose "Do Not Check”.
6. Do you want to turn on printer updates? Select "NO".
This option prevents the automatic installation of firmware updates that might otherwise eliminate your ability to use aftermarket printer cartridges.
Please note - Not all firmware updates disable cartridges, and some may contain important security updates. We suggest reviewing firmware release notes and periodically checking for critical security updates from your printer manufacturer so you can make an informed decision whether to install a particular firmware revision.***
If you receive an error message stating that the “alignment failed” or that the ”alignment could not be completed”, this may indicate that the printer is not properly recognizing the cartridge.
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
Confirm that the cartridge pictured matches the cartridge you have in your hand or installed in your machine.
Confirm that the printer you are using is listed in the printer compatibility table as a suitable printer for the cartridge you are trying to install.
If ONE of these TWO criteria do NOT match, you have most likely received the incorrect cartridge for your printer. Please visit our PRINTER COMPATIBILITY page in order to determine what cartridge you need for your machine.
Once you have confirmed you have the correct cartridge for your printer we will begin by making sure you have properly removed all of the protective outer components from your cartridge before installation into the printer.
The first step is to make sure you have properly removed the clip from the cartridge. This clip protects the electrical circuitry on the cartridge and also keeps the cartridge from leaking.
Once the clip has been removed, you should see a copper strip and this is the cartridge’s contacts. These contacts communicate with the printer to print your documents. Please keep in mind that there are various styles of clips and that the clip we are removing in this video may not be identical to the one on your cartridge. Clips will vary in color, size and shape depending on the cartridge model and supplier of your remanufactured inkjet.
After you remove the clip, please make sure that you are installing your cartridge into the correct location in the printer. Please consult your printer’s user manual to learn how to correctly install your remanufactured inkjet cartridge.
If you are trying to install the cartridge in the correct location, the cartridge may have been mislabeled and should be returned to the place of purchase.
If you need to print right away and this troubleshooting did not solve the problem with your cartridge, please select the option entitled "One Cartridge Printing"
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
If you notice that the ink gauge displays a low or no ink level, please look at the back of your cartridge.
If your cartridge contains a patch over the copper contacts as shown above, you may be able to allow the printer to read the ink levels by cleaning the electrical patch. Simply use a lint free cloth (such as a coffee filter) or a pencil eraser to gently clean the contacts from any obstruction or debris. Reinstall the cartridge and follow any on-screen prompts.
If the problem persists, reset your printer by turning off your computer and the printer (with the cartridges installed). Leave your machines off for 2 minutes, and then restart. If neither of these troubleshooting tips help, your cartridge should be returned to the place of purchase.
However, if your cartridge does not have a patch over the contacts, DO NOT be alarmed.
A low/empty ink message is very common because you are using a remanufactured inkjet.
The ink gauge on your printer will no longer read the ink levels correctly because it does not recognize your cartridge as “new”. This message can be bypassed easily when necessary and will not affect your printing performance.
Keep in mind that the ink gauges on printers only serve as an ESTIMATE of how much ink may be remaining in the cartridge.
To continue printing, click ok or continue through any printer prompts, if applicable, to allow the printer to finish printing.
Or you may press ok on your printer’s LCD screen, if it has one.
If your printer has an LCD screen but you do not see an option to bypass the low ink message (or if pressing "OK" does not eliminate the error), please click here for an example of what to look for on your printer.
If you notice that the ink gauge displays a low or no ink level, please look at the back of your cartridge.
If your cartridge contains a patch over the copper contacts as shown above, you may be able to allow the printer to read the ink levels by cleaning the electrical patch. Simply use a lint free cloth (such as a coffee filter) or a pencil eraser to gently clean the contacts from any obstruction or debris. Reinstall the cartridge and follow any on-screen prompts.
If the problem persists, reset your printer by turning off your computer and the printer (with the cartridges installed). Leave your machines off for 2 minutes, and then restart. If neither of these troubleshooting tips help, your cartridge should be returned to the place of purchase.
However, if your cartridge does not have a patch over the contacts, DO NOT be alarmed.
A low/empty ink message is very common because you are using a remanufactured inkjet.
The ink gauge on your printer will no longer read the ink levels correctly because it does not recognize your cartridge as “new”. This message can be bypassed easily when necessary and will not affect your printing performance.
Keep in mind that the ink gauges on printers only serve as an ESTIMATE of how much ink may be remaining in the cartridge.
To continue printing, click ok or continue through any printer prompts, if applicable, to allow the printer to finish printing.
Or you may press ok on your printer’s LCD screen, if it has one.
If your printer has an LCD screen but you do not see an option to bypass the low ink message (or if pressing "OK" does not eliminate the error), please click here for an example of what to look for on your printer.
If you encounter a pop-up screen containing information about HP's Cartridge Protection Feature asking you if you would like to discourage theft and counterfeiting by protecting your HP cartridge, select "No".
If you selected “Yes” in error, you may see a second screen asking you to enable or disable HP Cartridge Protection.
Select “Disable HP Cartridge Protection” then “Save Setting” and close.
You may encounter an error stating that "HP's ink cartridge and printer warranties do not cover repairs or service due to the use of non-HP cartridges or non-HP ink" or an error stating "Counterfeit Cartridge Advisory".
It is important to note that most remanufactured inkjet cartridges are 100% guaranteed. Most manufacturers warrant against any damage to your printer.
In order to continue or begin using your printer, click OK or Continue to dismiss the printer prompts that appear on your screen after installing the remanufactured cartridges. Do not click "Cancel".
This message may reappear prior to the depletion of your cartridge. Please follow the same procedure to dismiss the message if this does occur.
If you did click "Cancel", click here for more information.
Your rights as a consumer are protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act, Subparagraph C, Section 101.
"The use of a non-HP ink cartridge or a refilled ink cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer."
Please click here for more information How to respond to Warranty messages
Upon installing an HP 61 or 61XL inkjet, you may encounter an error stating that the cartridge you have installed is an older generation cartridge.
Some of the latest printer models will only accept newly released cartridges. You may also encounter this same message when using an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) cartridge (click here for more information).
At this time, the only printers affected by this change are:
Deskjet 1010
Deskjet 1056
Deskjet 1510
Deskjet 2540
Deskjet 2542
Deskjet 3511
Deskjet 4522
ENVY 4500
ENVY 4501
ENVY 4502
ENVY 4531
ENVY 5530
Officejet 2620
Officejet 4630
Officejet 4631
Officejet 4632
Officejet 4634
Officejet 4635
Officejet 4639
Please note that "old generation" cartridges will work in these printers as long as you HAVE NOT accepted firmware updates from the OEM. If you have accepted this update, you will need to purchase a "new generation" cartridge.
The OEM has put expiration dates on these cartridges so there is an easy way to tell which generation you have. Look at the back of the cartridge – stamped on the cartridge next to the OEM logo is a date that will have a year, month and a day.
If you encounter the “older generation” error message and the date on your cartridge is 2014/03/31 or earlier, you will need to contact the supplier of your remanufactured cartridge for a new version replacement.
If the date on the cartridge is 2014/04/01 or later, the cartridge should be accepted by your printer.
Please note, you may need to remove a sticker or label to see the date on the cartridge. If you do remove anything from the cartridge, be sure to reapply it after you confirm the cartridge generation to ensure that you receive credit if necessary.
If the cartridge is not accepted by your printer and the date is after 2014/04/01, please follow the instructions for an unrecognized cartridge: "Cartridge indicates missing/damaged/incompatible/ incorrect/unsupported/has a problem"
If you encounter an error message stating that the cartridge cannot be recognized, is an incompatible cartridge, the wrong cartridge is installed or if your printer has blinking lights, there may be a simple solution to fix this.
This solution should also be attempted if you receive a message stating that your printer is printing in Single Cartridge Mode.
Confirm that the cartridge pictured matches the cartridge you have in your hand or installed in your machine.
Confirm that the printer you are using is listed in the printer compatibility table as a compatible printer for the cartridge you are trying to install.
If ONE of these TWO criteria do NOT match, you have most likely received the incorrect cartridge for your printer. Please visit our PRINTER COMPATIBILITY page in order to determine what cartridge you need for your machine.
You may encounter an error stating that the original HP ink in your cartridge has been depleted and a question asking if the cartridge was sold to you as a new, genuine HP-branded cartridge. If you encounter this message, please click "No" to continue printing.
You may also encounter an error stating that "HP's ink cartridge and printer warranties do not cover repairs or service due to the use of non-HP cartridges or non-HP ink".
It is important to note that most remanufactured inkjet cartridges are 100% guaranteed. Most manufacturers warrant against any damage to your printer.
In order to continue or begin using your printer, click OK (or Continue) to dismiss the printer prompts that appear on your screen after installing the remanufactured cartridges. You may also press OK on your printer's LCD screen if it has one. Do not press Cancel. If you pressed Cancel and receive a message about Cartridge Protection, please click here for more information.
This message may reappear prior to the depletion of your cartridge. Please follow the same procedure to dismiss the message if this does occur.
Your rights as a consumer are protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act, Subparagraph C, Section 101.
"The use of a non-HP ink cartridge or a refilled ink cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer."
Please click here for more information.
If you have printed a document and are unsatisfied with the print quality, you may need to perform a cleaning cycle in order to improve the quality of your print.
This video will show you an example of how to perform a cleaning cycle through your printer's control panel. If your printer does not have a control panel, please select the troubleshooting for "Performing a Cleaning Cycle from your Computer" for further assistance.
Please keep in mind that this process may vary by printer and that you may also consult your printer's user manual for instructions on performing a cleaning cycle.
* Page yield based on 5% page coverage prints.
Clover Imaging extended yield remanufactured printer cartridges are designed, engineered, and manufactured to offer superior quality and performance, while surpassing the OEM’s highest page yields. Extended yield cartridges guarantee higher yields and lower cost-per-page without sacrificing density or print quality. Clover Imaging’s extended yield remanufactured printer cartridges are highly sustainable and have been GreenCircle certified as closed-loop products that contain at least 86% recycled content. For businesses looking for high-quality, sustainable printing at an affordable price, the choice is clear. |
GreenCircle is an independent, third-party ecolabel that recognizes an organization’s commitment to reuse materials to support a circular economy and reduce their reliance on virgin materials. Clover Imaging Group remanufactured toner cartridges are GreenCircle-certified to contain 86% recycled content and inkjet cartridges are certified at 99%. |
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