HP Firmware Update May Block Your Cartridge - Here's What to Do

The cartridge and printer used in this video may not look identical to yours, but the same procedures used in this video may be used for the cartridge you have chosen to troubleshoot.

To ensure continued operation of your aftermarket printer cartridges, please follow these step-by-step instructions to Disable Automatic Firmware Updates on your printer.

1. On the printers LCD screen, locate the "SETUP" icon on the main screen and press to select.
2. Scroll down and locate "TOOLS or Printer Maintenance" option and press to select.
3. Next, press "Update the Printer" from the available options.
4. Press "Printer Update Options".
5. Choose "Do Not Check”.
6. Do you want to turn on printer updates? Select "NO".

This option prevents the automatic installation of firmware updates that might otherwise eliminate your ability to use aftermarket printer cartridges.

Please note - not all firmware updates disable aftermarket printer cartridges, and some may contain important security updates. You are encouraged to review firmware release notes and periodically check for critical security updates from your printer manufacturer so you can make an informed decision whether to install a particular firmware version.

The cartridge and printer used in this video may not look identical to yours, but the same procedures used in this video may be used for the cartridge you have chosen to troubleshoot.

To ensure continued operation of your aftermarket printer cartridges, please follow these step-by-step instructions to Disable Automatic Firmware Updates on your printer.

1. On the printers LCD screen, locate the "SETUP" icon on the main screen and press to select.
2. Scroll down and locate "TOOLS or Printer Maintenance" option and press to select.
3. Next, press "Update the Printer" from the available options.
4. Press "Printer Update Options".
5. Choose "Do Not Check”.
6. Do you want to turn on printer updates? Select "NO".

This option prevents the automatic installation of firmware updates that might otherwise eliminate your ability to use aftermarket printer cartridges.

Please note - Not all firmware updates disable cartridges, and some may contain important security updates. We suggest reviewing firmware release notes and periodically checking for critical security updates from your printer manufacturer so you can make an informed decision whether to install a particular firmware revision.***

The below link will guide you through the process of disableing automatic firmware updates on your HP 148A/148X cartridges.

Instructions

Please note - not all firmware updates disable aftermarket printer cartridges, and some may contain important security updates. You are encouraged to review firmware release notes and periodically check for critical security updates from your printer manufacturer so you can make an informed decision whether to install a particular firmware revision.

Disable Automatic Firmware Updates

General steps for most HP printers:

1. Access your printer's Settings or Setup menu
2. Look for Printer Maintenance, Service, or Tools
3. Find Printer Updates or Firmware Updates
4. Change the setting from Automatic to Manual
5. Save or apply the changes

Alternative Method via HP Smart App:

1. Open the HP Smart app on your device
2. Select your printer
3. Tap Printer Settings
4. Go to Advanced Settings
5. Find Firmware Updates
6. Disable Automatic Updates

Why disable automatic updates? HP firmware updates can sometimes block compatible cartridges from working. By controlling when updates are installed, you can research each update before applying it.