Know When to Replace Computer Printer Ink

By Jackomo Denton

It is very easy to know when it is time to get a new computer printer ink cartridge. Every modern printer will show you when the ink cartride is empty. But it is very important to be sure to get the correct cartridge when buying a new cartridge for your printer. Look on the old cartridge you remove from the printer or refer to the printer's manual if you are not sure of the manufacturer and exact model of cartridge.

You can find computer printer ink in many different types depending on the printer that you are using. There are laser printer cartridges and ink jet cartridges. There are als types of ink that are designed for special purposes such as printing out high quality photographs on photo paper. These types of ink needs to be free of acid.

There are users that attempt to save money by refilling their own computer printer ink cartridges. Refilling can be a very process but it will will save you some money. When you look at all the low cost replacement cartridges today it won't cost you a lot of money to keep your computer printer ink full just by buying replacements. Many Stores even offer discounts for returning used computer printer ink cartridges when you purchase a new one. This will also save you the time and mess of refilling the computer printer ink cartridges yourself - and it still offers you the financial savings.

There are some printers that do not come with built in ink level monitors to tell you when it is time to change your computer printer ink. If that is the case with yours it is a very good idea to invest in a program that will monitor the ink levels for you. Because it can ruin your printer if your computer printer ink volume gets so low it only makes sense to protect this valuable piece of equipment with a low cost program.

When you need to buy computer printer ink you can either shop online at the many different office supply shops or for more common brands of computer printer ink you might even be able to find it at your local discount store. Keep your printer running smoothly with fresh computer printer ink and it will last for a long time. - 30529

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Jackomo Denton writes about computer printer ink and refilling ink cartridges.

Computer Printer Ink Replacement Explained

By Jackomo Denton

It is very easy to know when it is time to get a new computer printer ink cartridge. Every modern printer will show you when the ink cartride is empty. But it is very important to be sure to get the correct cartridge when buying a new cartridge for your printer. Look on the old cartridge you remove from the printer or refer to the printer's manual if you are not sure of the manufacturer and exact model of cartridge.

You can find computer printer ink in many different types depending on the printer that you are using. There are laser printer cartridges and ink jet cartridges. There are als types of ink that are designed for special purposes such as printing out high quality photographs on photo paper. These types of ink needs to be free of acid.

Some users attempt to save money by refilling their own computer printer ink cartridges. This can be a messy process but you will save a few dollars. With the low cost replacement cartridges today it doesn't cost a lot of money to keep your computer printer ink full just by buying replacements. Some stores even offer discounts for returning used computer printer ink cartridges when you purchase new ones. This saves you the time and mess of refilling the computer printer ink cartridges yourself and still gives you the financial savings.

There are still some printers today that do not come with built in ink level monitors. If your printer doesn't feature ink monitoring you can invest in a program that will monitor the ink levels in your printer for you. This will help you to protect your printer of a possible damage by an empty computer printer ink cartridge.

When it is time to buy computer printer ink you have many choices to buy from. You can either shop online at the many different office supply shops or you find printer cartridges at your local discount store. Keep your printer running with fresh computer printer ink and it will keep on working for a long time. - 30529

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Jackomo Denton writes about computer printer ink and remanufactured ink cartridges.

Compatible Ink Cartridges and Saving Money

By Mary Dolen

If you're like most people looking for ink cartridges, you've probably noticed that they are super expensive. A compatible ink cartridge can be hard to find sometimes. Many printers don't accept re-manufactured or refilled ink. Or if they do, they give poor quality results.

A small percentage of people who buy ink for their printers don't care about the quality of the job printed. If you're someone that doesn't care if their cartridge gives quality results, you plenty of low priced options to choose from. If you're like me, however, you can't settle with the most mediocre of cartridges. When choosing a cartridge to buy, you'll discover that the highest prices doesn't always mean the best results. There are many great solutions for ink that get you the same results as the name brand.

Refilling your ink cartridge yourself is one of the cheapest and most popular solutions out there. Instead of wasting money going to store and getting a new HP ink cartridge (or whatever brand you have) you can buy a kit to refill them. While a first time buyer for an ink kit may pay the same price as they would for a normal set of brand name cartridges, they'll get multiple refills out of one kit. So in the end, you end up saving a lot of money.

Having your ink cartridges refilled at your own home with a kit has its advantages and disadvantages. The number one pro is that it saves you tons of money per print. You can save almost 70% off the original price of a cartridge with refills. But besides saving tons of money, refilling doesn't have many pros. For cons, refilling is a very messy and at times--risky--process. Quite a few people ended up permanently wrecking their printer because of leaky ink refills. Because of ink's severe staining ability, you have to watch and make sure you don't spill on anything you want to keep unmarred. There has been a few cases where printers wouldn't print because of a refilled ink cartridge. So the final reason why ink refilling may not be the best idea is you can end up wasting a lot of your hard earned money if your printer doesn't accept the cartridge.

The best way to save money on your ink cartridges is through re-manufactured cartridges. Many local office stores and online stores sell this cartridges at prices much lower than the national brand name. If you don't want to deal with refilling cartridges yourself (something I highly recommend) and still want to save lots of money, buy re-manufactured cartridges.

There are quite a few office stores and other similar stores locally that can sell you refilled ink cartridges or refurbished ink jet cartridges. Locally, OfficeMax tends to have the best prices for ink refills and refurbished cartridges. If you're someone that needs their ink right away for printing, you can't get much cheaper than them (especially if you have coupons). If you're not in a giant hurry to get the ink for your printer, you can shop online for the best deals and the cheapest ink cartridges. There are many sellers who provide quality cartridges as very low prices. When buying ink online, you can expect to save over 60% on your ink compared to buying new name-brand cartridges locally. - 30529

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How to Fix HP Printer Cartridges

By Amy Nutt

There are many reasons why an HP printer cartridge may fail to print or not print correctly. If you are having printing problems, there are a number of simple things you can do to get your cartridge printing again. It is important to remember that you should consult with your manufacturers manual for instructions because not all printer cartridges are the same.

Before you actually get into fixing the cartridge, you should check to see if everything is correctly in its place. Make sure that color cartridge and black cartridge have been installed in the right spots. This is particularly important if your HP cartridge is different than the printer. As well, pull the ink cartridge out of the printer and check to make sure the tape that is normally located on new cartridges to protect the print nozzle has been completely removed. Pat the top with a tissue to make sure there is ink coming out. If everything looks fine, you will need to see if you can fix the problem.

The following outlines how to fix your HP Printer cartridge:

1. Go to your printer's software program if the cartridge is printing smeared or very pale text. Access the printer's "properties" tab and look for a "maintenance" or "services" tab. Follow the procedure as instructed by your computer. Print a test page.

2. Print several multicolored pages if your test page prints all but just one color. It may be that the ink in your colored-ink cartridge has not had a chance to thoroughly mix.

3. Lift the cartridge carriage up and position it in the middle of the printer to clean the square rubber pieces with cotton swabs dabbed in warm water. Dirty printers will affect the quality of even a new HP ink cartridge. Slide a moist paper towel back and forth under the carriage to remove any dirt.

4. Dry off any excess moisture

5. Reinstall the ink cartridge

If your inkjet cartridge is dirty, you can clean it. Locate the copper colored circuit strip normally located on the back of the cartridge. Clean it with a cotton swab that has a bit warm water on it. Locate the carriage contacts on the back wall of the ink cartridge. Clean these contacts with a cotton swab with a bit of water. Dry off any left over water moisture. Reinstall your ink cartridge. It is important to make sure that all of the moisture has been removed from the ink cartridge before reinstalling.

If you think you may have a printer problem instead of an ink cartridge problem, and need help fixing it, you can do the following: check your printer manufacturers website for possible do-it-yourself solutions. The problem that you have may be specific to your particular printer model. There may also be a Q&A forum where you can ask a question. Check to see if your warranty is still valid. You can contact your reseller for instructions on how to return your printer for repair. If you do not have a valid warranty, contact a printer service and repair company.

Informational Source: ehow.com/fix-hp-printer-cartridges - 30529

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How to Refill an HP Ink Cartridge

By Amy Nutt

Refilling an HP ink cartridge is a great way to save money and help the environment. Before you begin refilling an ink cartridge, it is important to know what you are doing. Because Hewlett-Packard has so many different kinds of cartridges, the precise refilling method may vary.

The following is a general guide on refilling an HP Ink Cartridge:

1. It is important that you refill the cartridge over a surface that is safe in case you happen to spill ink on it. Line the surface with a layer of either an old cloth towel or paper towel. Remove the ink cartridge and put it on the table.

2. Tape over the bottom hole and the top center hole. Make sure that the top center hole seal is air tight. Use black electrical tape as it will provide an air tight seal.

3. Use a clean syringe to fill the fresh ink into the cartridge. A syringe will be included in an inkjet kit.

4. Find the filling hole which will be located on the top or bottom on the cartridge. It is usually sealed with a ball bearing and a plastic film covering. Remove the covering of the filling hole and push the ball bearing into the cartridge. Inject the ink into the top corner hole. When finished, remove the syringe. Use hot glue or hot wax to seal the top corner hole. Insert the correct color ink into the cartridge with the syringe. If you're refilling black ink, use about 20 milliliters. For color ink, use 10 milliliters per chamber.

5. Reseal the filling hole if it is on the bottom of the cartridge Make sure that it is airtight. Squeeze the cartridge sides and insert the plug that should have come with the refill kit. A small amount of ink should trickle from the print head. Seal the top corner hole air tight. Use a hot wax or hot glue. Black electrical tape will often work as well. Squeeze the cartridge just before sealing to set up the vacuum. Remove the tape. Set on a paper towel for an hour as a drip safeguard. There will be a few drips until the vacuum becomes stable.

6. Let the cartridge stand with the print head down for a couple of minutes before putting it back in the printer. This will pull out excessive ink and balance pressure in the cartridge.

It is important that you do not stick a large sharp object into the top center hole as the cartridge will continue to leak. If the seal that is applied to the fill hole is not air-tight, the cartridge will leak. If you have a leak around the bottom hole, you may be able to fix it with some glue. Many experts recommend purchasing a refill kit as it has the correct equipment and guide on how to refill each specific cartridge.

The above tips are designed to make the refilling process of your HP ink cartridge much easier and less messy. Refilling an HP inkjet cartridge is much cheaper than purchasing a new cartridge.

Information Source: ehow.com/refill-hp-inkjet-cartridges - 30529

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