Check estimated ink levels | HP 2540 A9U22A#B1H specification

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

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 Feature Wireless settings How do I? Instructions Light behavior Cause and Solution Status lights Ink cartridges on More information, see Identify a defective cartridge To change Auto-Off setting Auto-Off Print To print a document Print documentsLoad paper To print on both sides Print 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 device Print from a wireless-capable computer Select Connect New Printer Print using the maximum dpi To print in Maximum dpi mode Ink tips Printer settings tipsTips for print success Paper loading tips Enww Paper basics Photo printing Recommended papers for printingColorLok Business documents Everyday printing Special projects Load media Load full-size paper Load small-size paper Load envelopes Enww Enww Copy and scan Copy documents Sided original to 1-sided copy Copy documents Scan to a computer Single page scan Scan to a computer Tips for copy success Tips for scan success Enww Work with ink cartridges Check estimated ink levels To check the ink levels Order 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 cartridges Enww Use single-cartridge mode Exit single-cartridge mode Cartridge 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 cable Change from a USB connection to a wireless network Change from a USB connection to a wireless network Connect 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 tray Clear 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 offline To restart the print spooler WindowsWindows Vista Windows XP To clear the print queue Clear print carriage Identify a defective cartridge Close cartridge access door Prepare traysOpen output tray Resolve copy and scan issues Printer failure Resolve printer failure Ink cartridge problem Clean the ink cartridge contacts Click 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 phone Additional warranty options Phone support period Placing a call Technical information Hewlett-Packard Company notices System requirements SpecificationsEnvironmental specifications Input tray capacity Copy specifications Paper weightsPrint specifications Scan specifications Print resolution Power specificationsCartridge yield Acoustic information Paper use Environmental product stewardship programEco-Tips Plastics Sleep mode Material safety data sheetsPower consumption Recycling program Enww Restriction of hazardous substance India Regulatory notices Regulatory model identification number Regulatory notices European Union Regulatory Notice Products with wireless LAN devices France Declaration of conformity Regulatory wireless statements Exposure to radio frequency radiation Enww Wireless notice to users in Japan Enww Index