Improper shutdown

Cause: The last time the HP All-in-One was used, it was not turned off properly. If the HP All-in-One is turned off by turning off the switch on a power strip or by using a wall switch, the device can be damaged.

Solution: Press the On button located on the control panel of the HP All-in-One to turn the device on and off.

Two-way communication lost

Cause: The HP All-in-One is turned off.

Solution: Look at the display on the HP All-in-One. If the display is blank and the On button is not lit, the HP All-in-One is turned off. Make sure the power cord is firmly connected to the HP All-in-One and plugged into a power outlet. Press the On button to turn on the HP All-in-One.

Cause: The HP All-in-One is not connected to the computer.

Solution: If the HP All-in-One is not properly connected to the computer, communication errors can occur. Make sure the USB cable is securely connected to the HP All-in-One and the computer, as shown below.

For more information, see:

“Communication problems over a USB connection” on page 169

Ink cartridge messages

The following is a list of ink cartridge error messages:

•Calibration error

•Cannot print

•Incorrect ink cartridge(s)

•The following ink cartridges cannot be used after device initialization and must be replaced

Errors 271

Troubleshooting

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C7288, C7250, C7280 specifications

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