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05-28-2024 09:05 AM
Hi @Getrop,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to assist you.
I see that you are facing an issue with your printer that has an ink system error.
To understand the issue and help you, please share the details listed below:
- Exact model number/product number(SKU number) of your HP Product (Click here for information on how to find the model number/product number).
- May I know which application you are using to print?
- When was the last time your printer was working fine?
- Were there any changes made to your printer recently?
- May I know which devices are you using to print eg: Windows PC, Mac, or Smartphone (Android or iPhone)?
Note: Do not share any of your personal information such as serial, phone number, email ID, etc.
Take care and have a great day ahead!
Irwin6
HP Support
Irfan_06-Moderator
I am an HP Employee
05-28-2024 12:12 PM
good afternoon
It is a HP OFFICEJET PRO 8600
Serial number CN26CBS2QB.
When i open it, it shows the following message:
Printer failure
there is a problem with the printer or ink system. Turn printer off, then on. If problem persist, contact HP
I turn it off and again it keep showing the same message
Thank You
05-28-2024 02:08 PM
Hi @Getrop,
Thank you for sharing the above information.
A) Please follow the steps below to fix the issue.
1) Take out the cartridges
2) Unplug the power cord from the printer & wall.
3) Press and hold the power button down for 15 seconds and release the power button, wait for about 30 seconds.
4) Plug the power cord back into the printer and wall, ensure the printer is plugged into the wall & not into a surge protector.
5) Insert the cartridges back into the printer.
Remove the cartridges > Unplug the power cord > Wait for 30 seconds > Plug the power cord back in > Insert the cartridges
B) Kindly refer to the steps on this link to update the printer firmware and let me know if that resolves the issue.
C) If the issue still persists, refer to the steps on this link to further troubleshoot.
Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day
Irwin6
HP Support
Irfan_06-Moderator
I am an HP Employee
06-05-2024 03:48 AM
Hi @Getrop,
I am sorry to hear that the above steps did not help much but i do appreciate your efforts in performing the troubleshooting steps.
Refer to the steps on this link to restore factory defaults and let me know if that resolves the issue.
Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a great day ahead!
Irwin6
HP Support
Irfan_06-Moderator
I am an HP Employee