How do I fix a '30 Invalid refill, change cartridge' error on my Lexmark Printer?
- RRebecca CantrellAug 29, 2025
To resolve the '30 Invalid refill, change cartridge' error, remove the print cartridge, and then install a supported one.





How do I fix a '30 Invalid refill, change cartridge' error on my Lexmark Printer?
To resolve the '30 Invalid refill, change cartridge' error, remove the print cartridge, and then install a supported one.
How to fix dark print quality on my Lexmark W850 Printer?
If your printouts are too dark, adjust the darkness, brightness, and contrast settings. Also, try loading paper from a fresh package and ensure that paper is stored in its original wrapper until use.
How to resolve light print issues on my Lexmark Printer?
If your printouts are too light, the Toner Darkness, Brightness, or Contrast settings may be too low. Adjust these settings via the printer's control panel in the Quality menu. You can also try loading paper from a fresh package or ensuring that paper is stored in its original wrapper until use.
Why are my print jobs not printing on my Lexmark W850?
Make sure that Ready or Power Saver appears on the display before sending a job to print. Other potential solutions include removing the stack of paper from the standard exit bin, loading paper in the tray, verifying that you are using the correct printer software, and checking the cable connections to the printer and print server to make sure they are secure.
Why is my Lexmark Printer printing incorrect characters?
If your Lexmark Printer prints incorrect characters, make sure the printer is not in hex trace mode.
| Color | No |
|---|---|
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Print technology | Laser |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 6 s |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 50 ppm |
| Printing colors | Black |
| Maximum duty cycle | 300000 pages per month |
| Recommended duty cycle | 15000 - 59000 pages per month |
| Number of print cartridges | - |
| Page description languages | PCL 5e, PCL 6, PDF 1.6, PPDS, XHTML, XML |
| Total input capacity | 1100 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 500 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 5100 sheets |
| Multi-Purpose tray input capacity | 100 sheets |
| Envelopes sizes | 7 3/4, 10 |
| Maximum print size | 297 x 420 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Folio (media size), Letter (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm) |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A3, A4, A5 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B4, B5 |
| Multi-purpose tray media types | Bond paper |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A3 |
| Security algorithms | LEAP, MD5, PEAP |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) | TCP/IP |
| Standard interfaces | Ethernet, USB 2.0 |
| Optional connectivity | Parallel, Serial (RS-232) |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 3 |
| Maximum internal memory | 1280 MB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 22 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 55 dB |
| Sound pressure level (duplex printing) | 58 dB |
| Product color | White |
| Power consumption (printing) | 700 W |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS 9.2, Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, Mac OS X 10.1 Puma, Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion |
| Linux operating systems supported | RedHat EL Linux 3 U9, RedHat EL Linux 4.0 U5, RedHat EL Linux 4.0 U6, RedHat EL Linux 4.0 U7, RedHat EL Linux 5.0, SuSE Linux 10, SuSE Linux 11, Ubuntu 8.04, Ubuntu 8.10, Ubuntu 9.04 |
| Other operating systems supported | IBM AS/400, Novell NetWare 5.x, Novell NetWare 6.x, Novell Open Enterprise Server |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows 2000 Advanced Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 x64 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Operating altitude | 0 - 3048 m |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 16 - 35 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 8 - 80 % |
| Width | 830 mm |
|---|---|
| Height | 1115 mm |
Guide to installing internal components like memory cards, firmware, and hard disks.
Order and safety guidelines for installing external hardware options like trays and bases.
Instructions for installing printer drivers for Windows and Macintosh.
Information needed and steps to configure the printer for a wireless network.
Procedure for installing the printer on a wired network for Windows and Macintosh.
How to set paper size and type for various trays via the printer control panel.
Instructions for loading paper into the standard and optional 500-sheet trays.
Detailed steps for loading paper into the 2000-sheet high capacity feeder.
Instructions for loading paper into the 2,000-sheet dual input trays.
Guide to loading various paper types and sizes into the multipurpose feeder.
Table detailing supported paper sizes for basic input trays and multipurpose feeder.
Table of paper sizes supported by optional input trays, feeders, and duplex unit.
Information on paper types and weights supported by the printer engine.
Steps for sending a print job from Windows and Macintosh.
Tips and guidelines for printing on specialty media like letterhead, transparencies, and labels.
Instructions for sending and managing confidential, verify, reserve, and repeat print jobs.
How to print supported file types directly from a USB flash drive.
Steps to cancel print jobs from the printer control panel or computer.
How to adjust toner darkness via the printer's web interface.
Settings related to paper sources, sizes, types, and universal paper configurations.
Options for printing various reports like network setup, device statistics, and asset information.
Configuration settings for network interfaces, including TCP/IP, IPv6, and wireless.
Settings for managing printer security, including login restrictions and disk wiping.
General settings for display language, paper sizes, alarms, and timeouts.
Functions available through the Embedded Web Server for managing the printer.
Initial troubleshooting steps for common printer issues and unresponsiveness.
Resolving issues related to PDFs, incorrect characters, job handling, and print quality.
Troubleshooting steps for installed printer options not operating correctly.
Addressing issues with frequent paper jams and paper feed errors.
Diagnosing and resolving issues like blank pages, clipped images, and density variations.
Information on how to contact customer support for unresolved issues.