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Bro HL-5140 laser printer: How do I reset toner settings?
Question : Bro HL-5140 laser printer: How do I reset toner settings?
My Brother HL-5140 laser printer has toner in the cartridge, but the printer says it needs replacing and refuses to print. So “helpful”–not. Obviously a ploy to sell more toner cartiridges. Are there any work arounds that you know of?
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Best answer:
Answer by Ken -
If the toner has a chip/metal contacts on it, they can usually be reset by purchasing a resetting device. Shouldn’t be too expensive, I would look on eBay, but you may be able to find one elsewhere (e.g. google).
Hope this helps,
Ken
While it may appear that the cartridge still has toner in it, the waste gate may be full too and there’s really not a lot you can do without laying out some cash.
You really would be best off to just replace the toner cartridge. If you’re trying to save some cash, find a supplier that sells remanufactured, not just refilled, or new compatible toner cartridges.