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Officejet 5255

After using this printer freshmen year it now says I need the setup cartridges again.  I dont have them and now it doesnt work at all.  Im starting nursing school soon please help 😞

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@Harry7474

 

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I have gone through your Post and would like to help

 

I suggest we try changing some settings in the Support Menu

 

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Hi Krazy Toad, I’m having the exact same problem. I need help on how to make my 5255 printer work. I bought one but didn’t come with the setup cartridges. I do have regular ink cartridges though. Please help. Thank you. 

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@stephmrls

 

Please check your private message icon on the upper right corner of your HP Forums profile.

 

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