Explanation point is flashing

[Janetprosser]

The explanation point is flashing on my HP Deskjet 2540 printer. It won't copy.

[Dragon-Fur]

@Janetprosser 

The "!" is the "Attention light" - you are correct, this error state prevents normal print / copy function.

Known Solutions here:  Blinking Lights

See Section   Issue: The Attention light is blinking

More than just the Attention light blinking?

See Section(s):

Issue: The Attention light and the Media Error indicators are blinking

Issue: The Attention light and both ink cartridge lights are blinking

Reference and Resources – Places to find (more) help and learn about your Printer

Clarification of terms and "what the printer can do" (Specifications)

Printer Homepage – “Things that are your printer”

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), User Guides, Product Information, more

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

HP Deskjet 2540 All-in-One Printer series

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