HP Deskjet 2540 Troubleshooting

HP Deskjet 2540 won’t print

Check for page smears and perform the steps given below.

You can resolve the Page smears HP Deskjet 2540 Troubleshooting issue by checking the ink level of the black cartridge and replacing it if required.

Inspect the printer for paper jams.

Open input and output trays of the printer.

Look for jammed paper using a flashlight and remove them if present.

Look for jammed paper bits that are stuck in the carriage after opening the cartridge access door.

Inspect the ink cartridge levels periodically.

Replace the low or empty cartridge if it is low.

Open the scanner lid of the Deskjet 2540 printer.
If the paper is loaded with its printed side facing up, remove it and place it down.
Look for scratches on the scanner glass and replace it if required.
Open the HP Printer Assistant on your computer and start scanning.
Check whether the printer is able to scan.
Power cycle the printer and try to scan.
Reset the printing environment if the above doesn’t work.

If the Deskjet 2540 is connected wirelessly, make sure your router’s connection remains active and stable.
Contact your internet service provider if there is an HP Deskjet 2540 Troubleshooting issue with the printer.
Make sure the router is placed close to your printer and computer.
Check if many devices are attached to the same router.
If so, detach them; this will minimize the Wi-Fi channel interference.
Detach any USB or Ethernet cables when connected wirelessly.
This may cause issues with the network.
A Network Configuration Page needs to be printed to verify the connection.

Your printer needs to remain turned on before performing you perform a reset.
Note the settings of your printer, as they will be erased once the reset is complete. Remove the power cable from the deskjet 2652 printer’s rear.
Wait for about a minute.
Re-attach the cord to the 123.hp.com/dj2540 printer and wait until it turns on automatically.
If it doesn’t switch on, you need not worry; just push the power button.
The reset process completes once the printer turns on.