HP (Hewlett-Packard) A440 User Manual

The HP Photosmart A440 series printer is designed to be reliable and easy to use. This
section answers frequently asked questions about using the printer and printing without
a computer. It contains information about the following topics:
For troubleshooting information about using the HP Photosmart software and printing
from a computer, see the electronic Help. For information about viewing the electronic
Help, see 

For information about troubleshooting issues involving the HP Photosmart camera, see
the camera User Guide.
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at 

.

If you want to connect the printer to a computer, HP recommends using a

USB cable of less than 3 meters (10 feet) in length. The supplied USB cable meets
this recommendation.

Cause: The printer requires attention. Try the following solutions.

Solution:
•

Check the camera image display for instructions. If the printer is connected to a
computer, check the computer monitor for instructions.

•

Turn the printer off, unplug the power cord, and then wait 30 seconds. Plug the
power cord back in and then turn on the printer.

•

A print cartridge is not installed. For more information, see 

.

•

If the Status light continues to flash, go to 

 or contact HP

support.

Solution: The camera may not be compatible with the printer. Do not attempt to
dock an incompatible camera. Go to 

 for a list of compatible HP

cameras for the printer.

Cause: A printer error has occurred. Try the following solutions.

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