HP F2120, F2187, F2180 Use a photo print cartridge, Ink-backup mode output, Exit ink-backup mode

Chapter 10

For more information about ink-backup mode, see the following topics:

•Ink-backup mode output

•Exit ink-backup mode

Ink-backup mode output

Printing in ink-backup mode slows the HP All-in-One and affects the quality of printouts.

Installed print cartridge	Result
Black print cartridge	Colors print as grayscale.
Tri-color print cartridge	Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
Photo print cartridge	Colors print as grayscale.

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NOTE: HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode.

NOTE: Your printer might be packaged with only a tri-color print cartridge. For better results, install a black print cartridge in addition to the tri-color print cartridge. You can print without a black print cartridge but doing so can cause the printer to print more slowly and printed colors to differ from those you would see if a black print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge were installed.

Some models of the HP All-in-One do not support photo print cartridges.

To order print cartridges, go to www.hp.com. Choose your country/region, and then click Buy or Online Shopping.

Exit ink-backup mode

Install two print cartridges in the HP All-in-One to exit ink-backup mode.

For information about installing a print cartridge, see Replace the print cartridges.

Use a photo print cartridge

You can optimize the quality of the color photos you print and copy with the HP All-in- One by purchasing a photo print cartridge. Remove the black print cartridge and insert the photo print cartridge in its place. With the tri-color print cartridge and photo print cartridge installed, you have a six-ink system, which provides enhanced quality color photos.

When you want to print regular text documents, swap the black print cartridge back in. Use a print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container to keep your print cartridge secure when it is not being used.

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