I have an office jet pro 9014e printer and i only want to use the black ink cartridge can i do that?

[Burt456]

I have an office jet pro 9014e printer and i only want to use the black ink cartridge can i do that?

[Sneha_01]

Hi @Burt456,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

Yes, you can configure your HP OfficeJet Pro 9014e printer to use only the black ink cartridge, but the process can vary depending on the printer's settings and software. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve this:

1. Configure Printer Settings

• On the printer’s control panel, navigate to Settings. This may be represented by a gear icon or similar.:
• Look for options related to Printer Maintenance or Tools.
• Find the option that allows you to select which cartridges to use. This might be under Cartridge Settings, Ink Settings, or similar.
• Choose the option to print in black ink only or disable color cartridges.
• Launch the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device.
• Select your printer and go to Printer Settings or Printer Maintenance.
• Look for settings related to ink usage. You may find options to print using only the black ink cartridge.
• Select the option to print using only the black ink cartridge.

2. Configure Print Settings

• Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers. Right-click on your HP OfficeJet Pro 9014e printer and select Printing Preferences.
• In the print preferences window, find the Color or Advanced tab.
• Set the print option to Black & White or Grayscale. This ensures that the printer uses only the black ink cartridge for printing.
• Click Apply and then OK to save your settings.

In macOS

• Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners. Select your HP OfficeJet Pro 9014e and click Options & Supplies.:
• Click on Print Queue or Open Print Queue and then Printer Preferences.
• In the print dialog, choose Black & White or Grayscale. This option directs the printer to use only black ink.
• Apply the settings to ensure that the printer uses only the black ink cartridge.

3. Check Cartridge Installation

• Ensure Color Cartridges Are Installed:
  • The printer might still require color cartridges to be installed, even if you are not using them. Ensure all cartridges are correctly installed in the printer, as some printers need them to function correctly.

4. Disable Color Ink

• Printer Settings:
  • Some printers allow you to disable color ink cartridges via the printer’s settings menu. Check if this option is available and enable it if possible.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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