Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
If your HP DeskJet printer won’t print and shows an E0 error code, the problem is usually caused by one or both ink cartridges being installed loose, damaged, or blocked by packaging/tape. This video shows how to remove and reinstall the cartridge(s), inspect them, and replace them if needed to clear the E0 error and get printing again.
Symptoms: E0 on the display, blinking ink/cartridge light(s), printer won’t print.
What You’ll Learn
What the HP printer E0 error code means and why it’s tied to ink cartridges
How to remove and reinstall the color and/or black cartridge so it snaps into place
How to inspect cartridges for damage, obstructions, or leftover packing tape
When to restart the printer and how to clear the error on the control panel
When the fix requires replacing a faulty cartridge
Common Related Questions:
How do I fix the E0 error on an HP DeskJet 2900 / 4300 / 5100 / 5800?
What does E0 mean on an HP printer?
Why is my HP printer showing E0 and blinking ink lights?
Will reinstalling the ink cartridges clear the E0 error?
How do I know if the black cartridge or color cartridge is the problem?
What should I check on an ink cartridge (tape, contacts, damage) if my printer won’t print?
Do I need to replace the cartridge to fix E0?
My printer still shows E0 after reinstalling—what’s next?
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Identify which cartridge is failing (blinking icons)
00:25 Remove and reinstall the cartridge(s)
01:05 Clear the error on the control panel
01:20 Restart the printer (power cycle, wait 60 seconds)
01:40 Inspect cartridges (damage, obstructions, packing tape)
02:20 Verify cartridge compatibility for your model/region
02:40 Reinstall cartridges and test print
03:00 If E0 persists: replace the faulty cartridge
This video applies to the following models:
HP DeskJet 2900 2910 2920 2921 2922 2923 2930 2931 2932 2933 2935 2938 2939 4310 4320 4322 4300 5127 5135 5136 5138 5139 5175 5185 5186 5187 5188 5189
For other helpful videos go to youtube.com/hpsupport.
More support options for your HP device are available at hp.com/support.
For step-by-step guidance, connect with our Virtual Agent: virtualagent.hpcloud.hp.com/?botClient=social&botSubClient=YouTube&cc=us&lc=en
Continue the Conversation:
SUPPORT FORUM: https://hp.care/SupportForums
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HPSupport
X: https://x.com/HP
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/hp
LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/hp
SUBSCRIBE: youtube.com/HPSupport
SHOP NOW: hp.com
HP PARTS STORE: parts.hp.com
About HP:
HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for everyone everywhere - every person, every organization, and every community around the globe. Through our portfolio of printers, PCs, mobile devices, solutions, and services, we engineer experiences that amaze.
This video was produced by HP.
#HP #HPDeskJet #HPPrinter #PrinterTroubleshooting #E0Error #InkCartridge #FixPrinter #PrinterError #HPSupport
Fix HP Printer E0 Error Code (Cartridge Issue) | HP DeskJet 2900, 4300, 5100, 5800
youtu.be/mUUlkP2T4u4
If your HP DeskJet printer won’t print and shows an E0 error code, the problem is usually caused by one or both ink cartridges being installed loose, damaged, or blocked by packaging/tape. This video shows how to remove and reinstall the cartridge(s), inspect them, and replace them if needed to clear the E0 error and get printing again.
Symptoms: E0 on the display, blinking ink/cartridge light(s), printer won’t print.
What You’ll Learn
What the HP printer E0 error code means and why it’s tied to ink cartridges
How to remove and reinstall the color and/or black cartridge so it snaps into place
How to inspect cartridges for damage, obstructions, or leftover packing tape
When to restart the printer and how to clear the error on the control panel
When the fix requires replacing a faulty cartridge
Common Related Questions:
How do I fix the E0 error on an HP DeskJet 2900 / 4300 / 5100 / 5800?
What does E0 mean on an HP printer?
Why is my HP printer showing E0 and blinking ink lights?
Will reinstalling the ink cartridges clear the E0 error?
How do I know if the black cartridge or color cartridge is the problem?
What should I check on an ink cartridge (tape, contacts, damage) if my printer won’t print?
Do I need to replace the cartridge to fix E0?
My printer still shows E0 after reinstalling—what’s next?
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Identify which cartridge is failing (blinking icons)
00:25 Remove and reinstall the cartridge(s)
01:05 Clear the error on the control panel
01:20 Restart the printer (power cycle, wait 60 seconds)
01:40 Inspect cartridges (damage, obstructions, packing tape)
02:20 Verify cartridge compatibility for your model/region
02:40 Reinstall cartridges and test print
03:00 If E0 persists: replace the faulty cartridge
This video applies to the following models:
HP DeskJet 2900 2910 2920 2921 2922 2923 2930 2931 2932 2933 2935 2938 2939 4310 4320 4322 4300 5127 5135 5136 5138 5139 5175 5185 5186 5187 5188 5189
For other helpful videos go to youtube.com/hpsupport.
More support options for your HP device are available at hp.com/support.
For step-by-step guidance, connect with our Virtual Agent: virtualagent.hpcloud.hp.com/?botClient=social&botSubClient=YouTube&cc=us&lc=en
Continue the Conversation:
SUPPORT FORUM: https://hp.care/SupportForums
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HPSupport
X: https://x.com/HP
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/hp
LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/hp
SUBSCRIBE: youtube.com/HPSupport
SHOP NOW: hp.com
HP PARTS STORE: parts.hp.com
About HP:
HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for everyone everywhere - every person, every organization, and every community around the globe. Through our portfolio of printers, PCs, mobile devices, solutions, and services, we engineer experiences that amaze.
This video was produced by HP.
#HP #HPDeskJet #HPPrinter #PrinterTroubleshooting #E0Error #InkCartridge #FixPrinter #PrinterError #HPSupport
Fix HP Printer E0 Error Code (Cartridge Issue) | HP DeskJet 2900, 4300, 5100, 5800
youtu.be/mUUlkP2T4u4
