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When I first purchased my printer I used the set up ink cartridges. they have since run out. I have purchased new ink for my printer and installed the cartridges and now when i go to print the printer is saying i need to use the setup cartridges that came with my printer. why??? I have used them and they are empty. I need to print ASAP

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@JLT17, Welcome to HP Support Community. 

 

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you. 

 
Your HP OfficeJet Pro 8130e is prompting you to install the setup cartridges, even though you've already used them and installed new ones.


HP printers require the original setup cartridges to complete the initial printer setup. If the setup process wasn’t fully completed, the printer will continue to request those cartridges, even if they’re empty.

Steps to Resolve:

Reinstall the Setup Cartridges

  • If you still have the original setup cartridges (even if empty), reinstall them.
  • Power cycle the printer (turn it off, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on).
  • Let the printer complete the setup process. You may need to connect it to HP Smart and finish the activation.

Complete Setup via HP Smart App

  • Download the HP Smart app: HP Smart for Windows/macOS/Android/iOS
  • Sign in or create an HP account.
  • Add your printer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

After Setup is Complete

  • Once the setup is finalized, remove the setup cartridges.
  • Install your new standard ink cartridges.
  • Try printing again.
     

You may refer to this document - HP Printers - A 'Use SETUP Cartridges' Error Displays | HP® Support

I hope this helps. 

 

Take care and have a good day. 

 

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