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We have a HP OfficeJetPro 8740 that will no longer print due to the "older generation cartridge" installed.  It's new ink.  I can't figure out how to roll back the firmware to get the printer up and running again.

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Hi @FCC8740,

 

I'd like to help!

 

I understand you are receiving an "Older generation cartridge" error.

 

Please look for a private message from me requesting additional information. Keep in mind not to publicly post personal information (serial numbers and case details).

 

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Hi @FCC8740,

 

I'd like to help!

 

I understand you are receiving an "Older generation cartridge" error.

 

Please look for a private message from me requesting additional information. Keep in mind not to publicly post personal information (serial numbers and case details).

 

If you are unfamiliar with how the Community's private message capability works, you can learn about that here.

 

Thank you for visiting the HP Support Community.

 

Please click “Accept as Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution.

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