F2280 cartridge light blinking (new cartridge)

[PaulL1951]

Deskjet F2280 - black cartridge error light blinking.  changed cartridge but blinking persists

[Nal_NR]

Hi @PaulL1951,

Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

I'd be happy to help you! 

I understand that you are facing issues with the blinking lights. 

If you have performed all the steps from this document mentioned regarding this error and still having issues, either the cartridges are faulty or the printer needs service. 

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.

 Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.

[PaulL1951]

I've tried two black cartridges with no success.  Given that the printer is around 20 years old, I feel that the cost of service/ repair will exceed the cost of replacement

[Nal_NR]

Hi @PaulL1951,

Wow. 20 years? Amazing. Well, it is time for a new printer 😊

I recommend you contact phone support for more options on getting a replacement printer. 

For that to happen, we will give you additional instructions/information via Private Message.

Please check your inbox on the forums page for the private message.

Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.