HP 305 Black & Colour Ink Cartridge - Black

This pack includes one HP 305 Black ink cartridge and one HP 305 Tri-Color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) ink cartridge.

The black cartridge yields approximately 120 pages, and the tri-color cartridge yields approximately 100 pages. These are estimated yields based on ISO/IEC 24711 standards.

Yes, these are original HP ink cartridges, designed by HP for optimal performance and print quality with compatible HP printers.

HP Instant Ink is an optional subscription service where your printer automatically orders ink when it's running low, and HP ships it to your door. You pay a monthly fee based on the number of pages you print, not the amount of ink you use. This service can help save up to 70% on ink costs.

Unopened, genuine HP ink cartridges typically have a shelf life of up to two years when stored properly in their sealed packaging at room temperature. Check the expiration or 'install by' date on the cartridge packaging.

While third-party refill services exist, HP recommends using original HP ink cartridges to ensure consistent quality, reliability, and to protect your printer's warranty. Refilled cartridges may lead to print quality issues or printer damage.

Ensure the cartridge is fully seated in its slot until it clicks. Remove and reinsert the cartridge firmly. Also, check for any protective tape that might still be covering the electrical contacts on the cartridge and remove it. Restarting the printer can sometimes resolve this.

First, check ink levels in the printer software. If levels are sufficient, try running the printer's built-in printhead cleaning and alignment utilities. These are typically found in the printer's maintenance menu or through the HP Smart app. Ensure you are using genuine HP paper for best results.

The stated page yield (120 for black, 100 for tri-color) is an estimate based on ISO standards. Actual yield can vary significantly based on the content of pages printed (e.g., heavy graphics vs. plain text), print settings, and frequency of printer maintenance cycles. For higher volume needs, consider HP's XL cartridges or the Instant Ink service.