Cartridge or toner not recognized
Fix “install cartridge,” chip errors and incompatible ink messages.
- Power off, open the access door, and confirm the cartridge is the exact model (e.g. 67 vs 67XL) and fully clicked in.
- Remove the orange pull-tab and any tape over contacts. Do not touch gold contacts with dirty fingers.
- Clean contacts lightly with a lint-free cloth. Reinsert until you hear or feel the latch.
- Close the door and wait 30–60 seconds. Some models need a restart after a new chip.
- If you use a remanufactured cartridge, the printer may still demand an original — that is a firmware policy, not always a defect.
- Update firmware only from the manufacturer. Then retry. If the error stays, note the exact on-screen code for support.
Technician notes
- Mixing XL and standard in some HP/Epson models is fine; mixing the wrong number series is not.
- Shop requests include a model check so we do not quote the wrong SKU.