Here's how to put a cartridge in the HP Deskjet 3540 printer.

Replacing the HP Deskjet 3540 printer cartridge is a simple task, but it can confuse users who have never had an HP device. The printer has two spaces: one for the colored cartridge, identified by the pink cap, and the other for the black and white (PB), with black cap. You must follow the step-by-step carefully enough not to break any pieces.

If you have any questions about how to do this, see below for how to properly insert the HP Deskjet 3540 printer cartridge.

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Learn how to replace the HP Deskjet 3540 printer cartridge

Step 1. Open the printer cover;

Open the printer cover.

Step 2. Note that the printer has two spaces for the cartridges. The one with the pink cap is for the colored cartridge. The other, with a black cap, is for black and white;

HP Printer Cartridge Inputs

Step 3. Take the cartridge and identify the reader. The cartridge should be inserted so that this part is turned inward;

HP Printer Cartridge Reader

Step 4. Insert the cartridge from top to bottom. The two ends of the cover should be against your cartridge;

Insert the cartridge from the top down into the HP printer.

Step 5. Now gently push the cartridge down until it is completely in the space;

Properly position the cartridge in the HP printer

Step 6. Close the cap to finish inserting the cartridge. You will hear a "click", indicating that the insertion was done correctly.

Close the cartridge entry cap

Ready. Take advantage of the hint whenever you need to replace the cartridge of your HP Deskjet 3540 printer.