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I was recently gifted a printer. The model is included in this forum post (forum post? This post submission interface is formatted like a contact request submission ticket, and under the subcategory of "HP Community -> Printer Setup[...] -> New Message; is this a message or a forum post?)
 
Due to error B80B4896, I unplugged the device, held down the printer's power button for 60 seconds, then plugged it back in and factory reset it. Then I was forced to utilize a MICROSOFT ACCOUNT to download the HP Smart app, then to make an HP Smart account. I do NOT wish to utilize ANY internet connectivity or CLOUD features!!!! I want to plug in my printer to my computer, use legitimate HP ink, then print, ALL OFFLINE. Now during setup I am getting the following error code-
 

"Printer Cannot Print


A problem has occurred and you will be unable to print until the issue is resolved. If there were cartridges labeled SETUP that came with your printer, use them.

If you are using the cartridges that came with the printer then there is a different issue. To get help setting up your HP+ printer, go to www.hp.com/support."

 

I want to know BEFORE(!!!!!!!!) I start a subscription (free trial OR NOT) whether or not the service will WORK AS INTENDED. PLEASE answer the questions BELOW.

 

1. Does the SUBSCRIPTION bypass the "setup" ink cartridge necessity?

 

2. Can I purchase "setup" ink cartridge STANDALONE NO SUBSCRIPTION?

 

3. Does purchasing newer standalone STANDARD (NON-setup ink cartridges) bypass the "setup" ink cartridge necessity?

 

4. Is there any marking or indication about what kind of cartridges are currently in my printer? (Ie. SETUP, or STANDALONE, or SUBSCRIPTION-LOCKED cartridges)

 

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