HP Officejet 5740 Troubleshooting Solutions

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Step 1:To Examine the connectivity

You can download a compatible app and then solve the issue by following the on-screen instructions.
Now, change the default driver to installed driver and then check if the printer still displays printer offline message.
Try resetting the printer to check the connection status. If the HP Officejet 5740 Troubleshooting issue still persists, proceed to the next step.

Step 2: To select the correct port

If the driver is using an inappropriate communication port, then the error might occur. Thus, ensure that you select the correct port.
You can try upgrading the printer firmware to solve the printer offline issue. If you find that the issue still persists, proceed to the next step.
Also, try connecting the printer over the network using manual IP address, one of the easiest methods of connection.

Step 3:To add a second printer device to Windows

Once you complete setting the manual IP address, you need to add a printer port and then remove the printer’s name from the list of available devices.
You can now install the device using the HP Printing software. Follow the on-screen instructions and proceed to the next step.
If the printer can print and there is no offline issue, you can stop HP Officejet 5740 Troubleshooting

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Step 1:To check the estimated ink levels

   Make sure that you use genuine HP 5740 ink cartridges

   Insert plain white paper in the paper tray.

   Check the estimated ink levels. If you find that the cartridges are not low on ink, you need not replace them.

   If you find that the cartridges are low or empty, replace them by following the on-screen instructions.

Step 2:To align the printer

   You need to make sure that the 123.hp.com/oj5740 printer is turned on, the paper is loaded and then lift the printer lid.

   Now, place the alignment page on with the printed-side down on the right-front corner of the scanner glass.

   Shut the lid, then press OK to complete the alignment and wait for the printer to scan the alignment sheet.

Step 3: To use an automated tool to clean the printhead

   If you have printing issues it indicates that the printhead might be clogged. Insert plain white paper in the input tray.

   Now, tap the button next to the Setup icon in the lower-left corner of the control panel.

   Now, tap the button next to the Setup icon in the lower-left corner of the control panel.

   Tap the Right Arrow button to select Tools and then tap the Right Arrow button to select Clean Printhead and then select OK.

123 HP Officejet 5740 Print Issues

Step 1:To use genuine HP ink cartridges

   Ascertain that you use genuine HP Officejet 5740 ink cartridges and if necessary, select your country/region. Proceed to the next step to check for ink smears.

   If you find that there are smears of ink on the back of your printouts, you can use an automated tool to resolve this HP Officejet 5740 Printer issue.Follow the on-screen instructions and try to print. If the print quality is unacceptable, you can proceed to the next step.

Step 2:To use the appropriate paper for your print job

   Mount the paper print side down in the input tray and ensure that you do not use wrinkled or curled paper.

   Ensure that you do not replace cartridges for vertical streaks in a printout and after checking the paper, try to print again.

   If you find that the print quality is unacceptable, you can proceed to the next step.

Step 3:To check the print settings

   You can check the print settings to make sure that they are appropriate for your print job.

   Also, check the estimated ink levels by tapping the Ink icon on the printer’s control panel.

   You can replace any low or empty ink cartridges, if necessary. Print a Print Quality Diagnostic report to evaluate the results.

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