This is a firmware error. Usually, the culprit is a print job that is “confusing” your printer. First, try disconnecting the printer from the computer (or from the network.) Then, turn the printer on and see if it comes to ready. If it does, remove every job in the print queue–on your computer or the […]
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Category: firmware updates
“Supply Problem” message on HP M280 and
If your HP Color Laserjet Pro MFP M280 or M281 printer has stopped printing and a “Supply Problem” message has appeared on the display, HP automatically upgraded your printer firmware. This upgrade includes code that stops the printer from recognizing present compatible toner cartridges. Follow the instructions below to downgrade your firmware and bring your […]
Turn OFF Automatic Firmware Updates…
…to Keep Compatible Ink Cartridges Functioning in Your Printer More printer manufacturers are using firmware updates to block the use of compatible ink cartridges. This is great if you want to push people to buy OEM inks. This is not so great if you don’t want to pay high OEM prices. So, is there a […]
Printer Updates May Prevent Ink Cartridg...
Every so often, HP releases a wireless firmware update for printers that interrupts the use of compatible ink cartridges. When you allow your printer to automatically update to the latest firmware version, you take a chance that it may prompt a cartridge problem message on your printer’s display and prevent you from using the current […]
Fix issues with the 934xl/935xl, 950xl/9...
HP upgraded their firmware on certain printers that use the 934xl/935xl, 950xl/951xl, or 970xl/951xl inkjet cartridges. This new firmware update may cause the corresponding printers to experience cartridge problems when using non-OEM cartridges. But don’t fret; there is a downloadable firmware update that will fix this problem. If you are not experiencing any problems, there […]