HP Printer Firmware Downgrade & Download

An HP printer firmware update has caused the printer to reject third-party printer cartridges again. If your printer stopped printing due to a “Non-HP Chip Detected”, “Supply Problem” or “Supply Memory Error” error message, HP has probably updated your printer firmware. This is frustrating for users who prefer to use cheaper, third-party cartridges instead of expensive HP-branded ones. To make your printer accept non-HP cartridges again, you can downgrade the firmware to an old version by following this blog.

Index:

1. How to Downgrade HP Printer Firmware – Windows
2. How to Downgrade HP Printer Firmware – Mac
3. HP Printer Firmware Downgrade Download
4. Printer Ink & Toner Cartridges with Updraded Chips

How to Downgrade HP Printer Firmware – Windows

1. Make sure your printer is connected to Wi-Fi or wired network.

2. Adjust the following settings in the printer menu to make your printer allow downgrade. In the Manage Updates menu, touch the Allow Downgrade butting and then select Yes.

3. Download an old HP printer firmware to your computer. HP no longer provides downloads for older firmware versions. So you need to use your own backups or download them from third-party websites. We also provide old HP firmware downloads for some printers in the third part of this blog. Jump to HP Printer Firmware Downgrade Download. You can also download the currect firmware for backup on HP official website:https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/printers

4. Send the old HP firmware from your Windows computer to the printer. After the old firmware is downloaded and saved on your computer, double-click on the file and then select your printer from the dropdown menu. Once the printer is selected, click the Send Firmware button. Sending the old firmware to your HP printer takes about two minutes. After the progress is completed, click the Exit button. Then the printer will automatically restart after the firmware downgrade.

5. Adjust the following printer settings to avoid future HP printer firmware updates. In the Manage Updates menu, touch the Check Automatically button and select Off. Then touch Allow Updates and select No. You can also read our blog How to Disable HP Printer Firmware Update to learn more details.

How to Downgrade HP Printer Firmware – Mac

1. Make sure your printer is connected to Wi-Fi or wired network.

2. Adjust the following settings in the printer menu to make your printer allow downgrade. In the Manage Updates menu, touch the Allow Downgrade butting and then select Yes.

3. Download an old HP printer firmware to your computer. HP no longer provides downloads for older firmware versions. So you need to use your own backups or download them from this blog. It’s also recommended to download the currect firmware for backup on HP official website:https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/printers

4. Send the old HP firmware from your Mac to the printer. This operation is different from that of Windows, please refer to the following steps:

5. Adjust the following settings to avoid future HP printer firmware updates.

After downgrading the printer firmware, your HP printer should be able to print with non-HP printer cartridges again. Then you can reinstall the cartridges and test print right away.

NOTE:

Restarting your printer after the update is completed and re-sending the firmware to the printer might be required due to the “error state” of the printer.

HP Printer Firmware Downgrade Download

HP no longer provides downloads for old firmware versions. Thankfully, we saved some old versions for backup. So you can download the one for your printer from the list below.

Printer Ink & Toner Cartridges with Updraded Chips

If the printer firmware downgrade is too difficult for you, you have an easier way – purchase cartridges with upgraded chips directly. Every time a firmware issue occurs, YBTONER.COM is almost the first to offer printer cartridges with upgraded chips. Here is how we do it. So you can shop with confidence!

Monitor HP firmware updates from time to time

Our engineers monitor HP printer firmware updates from time to time. Once HP releases a new firmware version, we will test the compatibility of our products as soon as possible. So, only products confirmed to be compatible with the latest firmware will be shipped.

Partner with industry-leading manufacturers

We have established a long-term partnership with industry-leading manufacturers. Once HP updates printer firmware, we will work closely with our manufacturers to find the best solutions shortly. E.g. we can make our cartridges work with the latest printer firmware by upgrading the chip, replacing the chip or replacing the toner cartridge.

Supply from our local warehouses

We have two warehouses in the US, one in California and one in Pennsylvania. Hence, we can deliver most orders within 1-3 business days. Once HP updates printer firmware, we will update our inventory and ship ink & toner cartridges with upgraded chips with no delay. As a result, you can always get the products with latest chips at YB Toner!