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02-09-2021 02:39 PM
So I am having an issue with the Officejet Pro 8730 telling me to reinsert both Cyan and Magenta cartridges. I tried 2 brand new Magenta and 2 brand new Cyan HP brand cartridges and it still keeps asking me to reinsert. If I remove Magenta it will see the Cyan and say it is full. As soon as I put Magenta back in it says both need to be reinserted. If I remove cyan and not magenta, the magenta will still want me to reinsert it. I already found one post that said to take out the cartridges then unplug the printer while it is turned on. Wait 3 minutes then hold the power button for 30 seconds. Then plug it back in, wait for it to load and reinsert the ink. That did not work. I also cleaned all the contacts with isopropyl alcohol. That did not help. I also tried to update the firmware at the printer, but it is up to date. I really hate to be wasteful and buy a new printer since it is only 3 years old and we paid close to $400 for it new. Is there anything else I am missing for trouble shooting? Thanks.
02-12-2021 01:12 AM
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