Error code: 905E00FF

[christier]

My printer just one day stopped printing. I've tried everything that the support says to do, I've even uninstalled and reinstalled the software and printer like it was new. I got a new usb cord, there's power getting to the printer, the self test page prints, I've uninstalled and reinstalled ports, etc but I still can't this to print from my computer, not even note pad. The error that came up on the self test was 905E00FF Page: 0   I don't know what to do, if I should run out and buy a new printer or what. I even removed the color cartridge and redid the test page. Unfortunately, the test page won't work without the black cartridge because the printer won't print without a black cartridge.

HELP! PLEASE?! Thanx

[RnRMusicMan]

Hi @christier,

Welcome to the HP Forums!

I noticed that you are getting the Error code: 905E00FF, when attempting to print with your HP Deskjet 1050 on Windows XP. I am happy to look into this for you!

I would recommend to try a hard reset, by going to this post, How to perform a Hard Reset, by @Rich1. It is important that the printer's pwer cable is plugged directly into the wall outlet, and not a surge protector. Issues when Connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply/Power Strip/Surge Protector. This applies to Inkjet printers as well.

After the hard reset, I would also check for any paper jams, by going to this guide, A 'Paper Jam' Message Displays for HP Deskjet 1050, 1050A, 2050, 2050A, and Deskjet Ink Advantage 20..., and watching this video:

If this does not solve your issue, please call our phone support at 800-474-6836 to get your printer serviced. If you live outside the US/Canada Region, please click the link below to get the support number for your region. Country-language selector.

Best of luck!

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[christier]

I do appreciate your help but I will have to call the number you gave me, as this did not work. I mean, it printed from the print button but the main issue I am having is that it will not print from the computer (if I try to print from Notepad or print something from my email), just ANYTHING coming from the computer will not print. Thank you again.

Christie