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Turn OFF Automatic Firmware Updates…

Thu October 22, 2020Written by laserlite51

…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 […]

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Updating Printer Firmware

Thu July 2, 2015Written by laserlite51

Firmware and Drivers are both types of software. Firmware is software that runs on a device.Drivers are software that tell your operating system how to communicate with a device.Essentially, firmware allows the hardware to do what it was designed to do, while drivers allow software to interact with hardware. Printer firmware is a software program […]

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Extending the Life of Ink Cartridges

Did you know….

Proper use and handling of your inkjet cartridges will prolong their life. Following the tips below will keep your cartridges working longer and improve the quality and quantity of your prints.

Store new print cartridges in their original packages. Keep them at room temperature until you’re ready to use them.
After opening a new ink cartridge, insert it in the print cradle inside the printer and keep it there to prevent drying out and clogging.
Don’t unplug a printer until it has returned to its home position after finishing a job. Use the power button if necessary to turn off the printer. This helps prevent drying out and clogging the cartridges.
Keep your printer out of dusty environments where floating particles such as pet hair, cloth fibers, saw dust, and so forth can accumulate inside your printer and cause ink streaks. Streaking often indicates a need to clean the print cradle, and requires replacing ink cartridges before they’ve expired.
If you rarely use your printer, print a test page once a week. This will prevent the ink cartridges from drying out due to nonuse. For color printers, make sure you print a page in color.
Print in draft mode to save ink, except for those projects requiring a better quality print.

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Printer Maintenance plus Ink & Toner Cartridges

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Turn OFF Automatic Firmware Updates…

Updating Printer Firmware

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