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OfficeJet 6958
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Printer has worked well in past.  Recently replaced ink cartridges and anything printed as BLUE prints as PINK; anything printed as GREEN prints as YELLOW.  Have performed the following tasks in SETTINGS - TOOLS:  Clean Printhead.  Clean Page Smears.

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Hi @Shuvis

 

Welcome to the HP Support Community. I'd be happy to assist you with the print quality issue. 

 

To better assist you - Are you using a genuine HP inks? 

 

While you respond to that, please try these steps - HP OfficeJet 6900 Printers - Black or Color Ink Not Printing, Other Print Quality Issues

 

Also, try updating the printer's firmware - HP Printers - Updating or Upgrading Printer Firmware

 

If the issue still persists, I'd suggest you Contact HP in your region regarding the ink replacement.  

 

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

 

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Asmita
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Yes, I am using HP cartridge.  Tried everything you suggested, but nothing solves problem.  Not certain which color cartridge is defective, but assume it is Cyan (blue).  How do I contact HP for replacement?  Thank you.

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@Shuvis

 

Thanks for replying. Please Contact HP in your region, they should be able to help. 

 

 

Asmita
I am an HP Employee

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