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11-04-2025 02:21 PM
@txpatti, Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding the HP672 cartridge.
We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution. We hope our assistance has been helpful!
If your printer is displaying a message indicating that the new HP 672 cartridges are not communicating with the printer, here are some steps you can take to resolve the issue:
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Reinstall the Cartridges:
- Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord.
- Open the printer's access door and remove the cartridges.
- Inspect them to ensure there is no protective tape left on the nozzles or copper electrical contacts.
- Reinsert the cartridges and make sure they are seated properly.
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Clean Cartridge Contacts:
- Use a lint-free cloth lightly moistened with distilled water to gently clean the electrical contacts on the cartridges and inside the printer where the cartridges make contact.
- Allow them to dry completely before reinserting the cartridges.
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Check for Firmware Updates:
- Ensure your printer firmware is up-to-date. Sometimes, new cartridges require a firmware update to be recognized correctly.
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Reset the Printer:
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer.
- Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
- Wait 60 seconds.
- Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet and then reconnect to the printer.
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Verify Cartridge Authenticity:
- Ensure that your cartridges are genuine HP products. Non-HP or refurbished cartridges might not have the same compatibility.
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Use HP Smart App:
- Use the HP Smart app to perform a diagnostic check. Sometimes, the app can provide more detailed insights into what might be causing the communication issue.
I hope this helps!
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Meghana