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Question posted by troops1 on March 10th, 2015

I Just Put A New Black Ink Cartridge In And The Black Ink Is Not Printing

How do i get it to work? I did the alignment and clean print head. What should i do next? Is it brike? this is only 2 years old...should i just buy another one?

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on March 10th, 2015 3:26 PM
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Though not specific to your model this tutorial should guide you to resolve the black ink issue.

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Reference Guide - Page 1

Black Cartridge 61 Tri-color Cartridge 61 www.hp.com/support English *CR231-90014* *CR231-90014* CR231-90014 © 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Printed in [French] Printed in [Spanish] Printed in [English] EN ES FR HP DESKJET 3050A ALL-IN-ONE J611 SERIES Start by following the setup instructions in the setup poster.
Reference Guide - Page 2

... can send an email, you can check ink levels, change Auto Power-Off setting, perform maintenance tasks, and set language and region settings. 4 On button 5 Wireless status light and button: Blue light indicates wireless connection. See the document "TERMS AND CONDITIONS for HP ePRINT, Print apps and ePrintCenter for web services. Use...
Reference Guide - Page 4

...ink is left in the cartridge after it is used in the printing process in a number of different ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in your HP Deskjet... electronic Help After software installation, click Start > All Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series > Help. Find Readme Insert the software CD, and then double-click...
User Guide - Page 3

...Print Print photos...9 Print documents...10 Print Quick Forms...11 Print envelopes...11 Tips for print success...11 4 ePrint from anywhere ePrint from a USB connection to a wireless network...32 Connect a new... success...26 7 Work with cartridges Check the estimated ink levels...27 Order ink supplies...27 Replace the cartridges...28 Use single-cartridge mode...30 Cartridge warranty information...30...
User Guide - Page 8

..., hostname, network name, and more . The network configuration page will display the diagnostics results for the status Menu. From the Wireless Menu, select Print Reports. 3. You can check ink levels, change Auto Power-Off setting, perform maintenance tasks, and set language and region settings. 4 Selection buttons: Use buttons to select menu items...
User Guide - Page 13

... Quick Forms option does not appear on your word processing software. See Load media for print success To successfully print, the HP cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should have the appropriate settings. Tips for print success 11 Select Quick Forms from the Paper Size drop-down list and select the...
User Guide - Page 14

...cartridges to copying or scanning. 12 Print Chapter 3 Ink tips • Use genuine HP ink cartridges. • Install both the black and tri-color cartridges correctly. For more information, see Replace the cartridges. • Check the estimated ink levels in the stack should be printed...HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series Notes • Genuine HP ink cartridges are ...
User Guide - Page 15

... OK to close the advanced options. 11. After the odd numbered pages of just one side. Click OK to print. • Print using black ink only NOTE: If you have been printed, remove the document from the Media drop-down list. 10. Print using black ink only, click the Advanced button. NOTE: Click the Advanced button on photo paper...
User Guide - Page 19

... the perfect choice for two-sided use this paper with the ColorLok logo are printing. photographic reproductions and business graphics for longer lasting documents. HP Bright White Inkjet ...specifically designed for casual photo printing. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and dry faster than ...
User Guide - Page 20

...5 HP Printing Paper • HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It produces documents that look and feel more impressive. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and ... conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of photos or multiple prints to work together so your digital ...
User Guide - Page 25

...such as changing the paper type and size, adjusting the darkness of copies and color or black and white for scan success Copy ▲ The copy menu on the printer display allows... for copy success • Tips for copying on plain paper. Easy Copy a. Load original. Load original print side down on product. Load full-size paper in the paper tray. Copy and scan 23 Load paper....
User Guide - Page 29

... Software by clicking Start > Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series 2. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it . 2. From the Control Panel home screen, which prepares the product and cartridges for planning purposes only. 7 Work with cartridges 27 To check the ink levels from the Printer Software 1. NOTE: If you...
User Guide - Page 30

... access the Printer Software by clicking Start > Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series > HP Deskjet 3050A J611 series 2. Load paper. 3. Remove cartridge. Chapter 7 Locate the cartridge number in -One, go to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. Click the HP All-in all countries/regions. The correct cartridge number will be automatically displayed when you use this link...
User Guide - Page 32

...the HP ink is displayed and two print cartridges are installed in -One with . During single-cartridge mode, the product can only print jobs from each print cartridge. Related topics • Replace the cartridges Cartridge warranty information The HP cartridge warranty is applicable when the product is removed from the print cartridge carriage. Align cartridges. The single-cartridge mode is...
User Guide - Page 37

...Align Ink Cartridges on ink consider replacing them. 4. 9 Solve a problem This section contains the following topics: • Improve print quality • Clear a paper jam • Unable to access the Printer Toolbox. If the print cartridges are low on the diagnostics page. NOTE: You can also access the Printer Software by clicking Start > Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 3050A...
User Guide - Page 38

... does not work, the paper jam will need to clear the jam automatically. c. Locate the paper jam Input tray • If the paper jam is located near the back input tray, pull the paper gently out of the color and black boxes. Clear a paper jam Clear a paper jam. Click Clean Ink Cartridges on the Device Services...
User Guide - Page 42

... to go online for more information. Make sure that power is on , and this does not work, clean the cartridge contacts. Open cartridge access door. 40 Solve a problem Chapter 9 Click here to begin printing. Click here to leave the ink cartridges outside of the product longer than 30 minutes. If your problem, contact HP support. It is...
User Guide - Page 43

... inside of the product. 3. Wait for the print carriage to move to meet the contacts on the ink cartridge. 7. Remove the cartridge indicated in the printhead. The contacts look like ...contacts in the error message. 4. CAUTION: Be careful to wipe the contacts. 8. Ink cartridge problem 41 Hold the ink cartridge by its sides with a dry swab or lint-free cloth. Wipe only the contacts...
User Guide - Page 50

... products. Chapter 10 Recycling program HP offers an increasing number of product return and recycling programs in many countries/ regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges and ink cartridges free of charge. For more information, go /energystar Sleep mode • Power usage is available in many countries/regions, and partners with the ENERGY...
User Guide - Page 57

... I interface card 31, 32 N network interface card 31, 32 P paper recommended types 17 phone support 42 phone support period period for support 42 print specifications 46 R recycle ink cartridges 48 regulatory notices regulatory model identification number 50 wireless statements 52 S scan scan specifications 46 support process 42 system requirements 45 T technical information copy...

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