HP 2540 A9U22A#B1H manual Check estimated ink levels, To check the ink levels

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Check estimated ink levels

You can easily check the ink supply level to determine how soon you might need to replace an ink cartridge. The ink supply level shows an estimate of the amount of ink remaining in the ink cartridges.

To check the ink levels

1.Depending on your operating system, do one of the following to open the printer software:

●Windows 8: On the Start screen, right-click an empty area on the screen, click All Apps on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name.

●Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series.

2.In the printer software, click Estimated Ink Levels.

NOTE: If you have installed a refilled or remanufactured ink cartridge, or an ink cartridge that has

been used in another printer, the ink level indicator might be inaccurate or unavailable.

NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. When you

receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement ink cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not have to replace the ink cartridges until the print quality is unacceptable.

NOTE: Ink from the ink cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the printer and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the ink cartridge after it is used. For more information, see www.hp.com/go/ inkusage.

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Contents HP Deskjet 2540 All-in-One series Page Table of contents Connectivity HP Deskjet 2540 series Help HP Deskjet 2540 series Help Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series Printer parts Control panel features FeatureWireless settings How do I? InstructionsLight behavior Cause and Solution Status lightsInk cartridges on More information, see Identify a defective cartridge To change Auto-Off setting Auto-OffPrint To print a document Print documentsLoad paper To print on both sidesPrint documents Print photos Load photo paperTo print a photo on photo paper Print envelopes Load envelopesTo print an envelope Print with HP wireless direct Print from a wireless-capable mobile devicePrint from a wireless-capable computer Select Connect New PrinterPrint using the maximum dpi To print in Maximum dpi modeInk tips Printer settings tipsTips for print success Paper loading tipsEnww Paper basics Photo printing Recommended papers for printingColorLok Business documentsEveryday printing Special projectsLoad media Load full-size paperLoad small-size paper Load envelopes Enww Enww Copy and scan Copy documents Sided original to 1-sided copyCopy documents Scan to a computer Single page scanScan to a computer Tips for copy success Tips for scan success Enww Work with ink cartridges Check estimated ink levels To check the ink levelsOrder ink supplies Locate the cartridge number on the printerLocate the cartridge number in the printer software Choose right ink cartridges Replace ink cartridges To replace the ink cartridgesEnww Use single-cartridge mode Exit single-cartridge modeCartridge warranty information Tips for working with cartridges Enww Connectivity Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS requires WPS router Push Button Configuration PBC methodPIN method Traditional wireless connection requires router To connect the printerConnect a new printer Change network settings USB connection non-network connection To connect the printer with the USB cableChange from a USB connection to a wireless network Change from a USB connection to a wireless networkConnect wirelessly to the printer without a router Tips for setting up and using a networked printer Advanced printer management tools for networked printers To open the embedded web serverAbout cookies Enww Solve a problem Improve print quality To improve print qualityTo align the ink cartridges To print a diagnostics To clean the ink cartridges automatically Enww Clear a paper jam from the input tray Clear a paper jam from the cartridge access areaClear paper jam Clear a paper jam from the output trayClear a paper jam inside of the printer Prevent paper jams Unable to print Resolve print issuesTo verify that the printer is set as the default printer To verify that the printer is not paused or offlineTo restart the print spooler WindowsWindows Vista Windows XP To clear the print queueClear print carriage Identify a defective cartridge Close cartridge access door Prepare traysOpen output tray Resolve copy and scan issues Printer failure Resolve printer failureInk cartridge problem Clean the ink cartridge contactsClick here to go online for more information Older generation cartridges Networking Register printer Support process If you have a problem, follow these stepsHP support HP support by phoneAdditional warranty options Phone support period Placing a callTechnical information Hewlett-Packard Company notices System requirements SpecificationsEnvironmental specifications Input tray capacityCopy specifications Paper weightsPrint specifications Scan specificationsPrint resolution Power specificationsCartridge yield Acoustic information Paper use Environmental product stewardship programEco-Tips PlasticsSleep mode Material safety data sheetsPower consumption Recycling programEnww Restriction of hazardous substance India Regulatory notices Regulatory model identification numberRegulatory notices European Union Regulatory Notice Products with wireless LAN devices FranceDeclaration of conformity Regulatory wireless statements Exposure to radio frequency radiation Enww Wireless notice to users in Japan Enww Index