Finding the solution

You can use this section to find the solution to common printer problems.

Step 1: Is the printer set up correctly?

Is the printer plugged into a power outlet that is known to work?

Is the on/off switch in the on position?

Is the print cartridge properly installed? See Changing the print cartridge.

Is paper properly loaded in the input tray? See Loading media.

Yes: If you answered yes to the questions above, go to Step 2: Is the Ready light on?

No: If the printer will not turn on, Contact HP support.

Step 2: Is the Ready light on?

Do the control panel lights look like this picture?

Yes: Go to Step 3: Can you print a demo page?

No: If the control panel lights do not look like the picture above, see Status light patterns. If you are unable to resolve the problem, Contact HP support.

Step 3: Can you print a demo page?

Press the Go button to print a demo page.

Yes: If the demo page printed, go to Step 4: Is the print quality acceptable?

No: If no paper came out, see Media handling problems.

If you are unable to resolve the problem, Contact HP support.

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