H
e0
Easy Fix
HP · Printers
General cartridge or printhead readiness error.
Quick Answer
Error code E0 on your HP Printers means: General cartridge or printhead readiness error.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. Cartridge not seated
  2. Incompatible cartridge
  3. Dirty contacts
  4. Firmware state mismatch
How to Fix It
1
Open cartridge access door and reseat cartridges.
2
Clean cartridge and carriage contacts gently.
3
Run built-in cartridge alignment.
4
Update printer firmware from HP Smart/Embedded Web Server.
5
Replace cartridge if error persists.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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