How to Reset HP OfficeJet Pro 8500 Printer to Factory Settings? [Solution]

Are your Printer need to reset? But you don't know how to reset a HP OfficeJet Pro 8500 printer to factory settings? Don't worry, this article will discuss about it.

If you have an HP OfficeJet 8500 printer and its functions stop working, you should consider resetting the device. This process can help you solve basic problems such as: printing or faxing errors, not being able to scan, or not recognizing cartridge changes. This procedure is called "Hard Reset" or "Semifull Reset". 

The Steps are as follows:

(1) Turn off the printer and cut the ptinters from the power supply.

(2) Wait a minute.

(3) Connect the power supply without turning off the printer.

(4) Locate the touch button "Stop" / "Cancel". You will find it in the box at the bottom right of the screen.

(5) Press and hold the "Stop" / "Cancel" touch button and turn on the printer.

(6) When the usual menu appears, release the "Stop" / "Cancel" touch button and press the "Back" button (located in the lower left area of ??the screen) four times. This step will open the support menu. (In case the menu will not appear, return to step 2).

(7) Use the arrows on the right and left to move around the menu. Locate the "Resets Menu" option and press "Ok".

(8) Locate the "Semifull Reset" option and press "Ok".

(9) The printer will turn off automatically. Turn it on and the initial setup wizard will appear.

You must take into account that by resetting your HP OfficeJet 8500 printer, you will be restoring its original factory state. For this reason, before you reset your printer, you must locate the problem and inform yourself to choose the correct solution.