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Cartridge color

Yellow Ink Cartridge

Ragged, irregularly streaked, or faded bars

Example of Bad Color Bars - The top bar is irregularly streaked or fading.

Example of Bad Color Bars - The top black bar is ragged on one end.

If any of the bars are ragged, irregularly streaked, or faded, follow these steps:

1.Make sure the ink cartridges have ink.

2.Remove the cartridge corresponding to the streaked bar and make sure it is properly vented. For more information, see Replace the ink cartridges.

3.Reinstall the cartridge and make sure all the cartridges are properly latched. For more information, see Replace the ink cartridges

4.Clean the printhead. For more information, see Clean the printhead

5.Try another print or reprint the Print Quality Diagnostic report. If the problem still occurs, but cleaning seems to have helped, clean again.

6.If cleaning does not solve the problem, replace the cartridge that corresponds to the ragged bar.

7.If replacing the ink cartridge does not help, contact HP - the printhead may need to be replaced.

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HP 6500 - E709n, 6500 - E709q, 6500 - E709a manual Ragged, irregularly streaked, or faded bars

6500 - E709q, 6500 - E709a, 6500 - E709n specifications

The HP 6500 series, including models E709n, E709a, and E709q, is designed to cater to both home office and small business needs with its multifunctionality, reliability, and efficiency. These printers stand out thanks to their advanced features and technologies, making them a popular choice for users looking to combine printing, copying, scanning, and faxing capabilities in a single device.

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These printers utilize HP’s innovative Thermal Inkjet technology, ensuring precise ink delivery and consistent quality across all print jobs. The HP 6500 E709n model offers wireless connectivity, allowing users to print from virtually anywhere in their home or office through Wi-Fi. Additionally, all models in this series support mobile printing capabilities via HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, and Google Cloud Print, streamlining the process of printing documents from smartphones or tablets.

Speed is another essential feature of the HP 6500 series, with print speeds reaching up to 35 pages per minute for black and white documents and 34 pages per minute for color. The automatic document feeder facilitates rapid scanning and copying of double-sided documents, enhancing productivity for busy environments.

The design of these printers is user-friendly, featuring a clear LCD control panel for easy navigation and operation. Furthermore, they include high-yield ink cartridges, which help reduce printing costs over time and lessen the frequency of cartridge replacements, making them economical for users with high-volume printing needs.

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