HP LaserJet 1020--Problem with error message when no apparent error

Out of nowhere, my HP LaserJet 1020 printer says that the printer cartridge is missing or the front hatch is open. Neither of these things is true--the cartridge is in place, the front door is closed. Yet, it won't work. It continuously states an error message. Any advice?

nando1607 Oct 10, 2008

I have the same issue with my printer, it out of the blue started giving this error msg: The HP laserjet 1020 has the front door open or the toner cartridge is missing. But neither one is true, i even got a new toner but still getting the same msg.

1 Answer

Anonymous

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Genius:

An expert who has answered 1,000 questions.
Master
2,985 Answers

Try for a reset option. I cannot say which it is with your particular model- Usually it involves switch off- depressing a combination of button then with the buttons still pressed - switch on. Try www.fixyourownprinter.com

Posted on Jun 16, 2007

Add Your Answer

Upload

Upload an image from your computer

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

Loading...

Include an image. It's worth a thousand words.

prev next

Related Questions:

0answers

Error message coming up: The HP LaserJet 1020 has the front cover door open or the toner cartidge is missing... Door is closed and toner cartridge is in there!! not print

Read full answer

Be the first to answer Nov 01, 2013 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0helpful

1answer

Cartage's parts name of HP laserjet 1020 printer

Part No: Q2612A....Known as 12A cartridge.

Read full answer

Sep 12, 2012 • HP Laserjet 1020 Workgroup Laser Printer

0helpful

1answer

Cartage's parts of HP laserjet 1020 printer

The part number of the cartridge for this printer is Q2612A. It is sometimes referred to as a 12A on the HP packaging.

Read full answer

Sep 12, 2012 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

2helpful

2answers

HP LaserJet 1020 won't print. Error: HP LaserJet 1020 has the front cover door open or the toner cartridge is missing. The door is closed and the toner crtridge is installed properly. I tried to upgrade...

Did this just suddenly happen or was it after you replaced the toner cartridge or opened the door?
I have found that if the toner cartridge is not completly positioned into the printer, it can give this error.

Read full answer

Feb 23, 2011 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0helpful

1answer

Hello, I replaced the cartridge in my HP 1020, now nothing prints. It runs through, but nothing prints. I put back the old cartridge and nothing prints with that now also. No error message, all green...

there ara no chips on the cartridge
when you get no print you need to refill it
check here how with no need of special tools

You-Tube video "iMiTopIVMxM" placeholder (do not delete)

Read full answer

Sep 30, 2010 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0helpful

1answer

My HP Laserjet 1020 is giving me the message that the lid is not closed but it is closed. How can I fix this?

unplug, 10 seconds, plug in, turn on and insert the cartridge again. if this does not work it means therz a problem with the lid switch

Read full answer

Jul 18, 2010 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

3helpful

1answer

Error message coming up: The HP LaserJet 1020 has the front cover door open or the toner cartidge is missing... Door is closed and toner cartridge is in there!! HELP!!

send your printer for service. seems like, one or two sensors are malfunctioning.

Read full answer

Aug 09, 2009 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

1helpful

1answer

MY HP Laserjet 1020 printer makes shadows on what

This a very recent model. Try replacing the toner cartridge.

Read full answer

Jul 22, 2009 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0helpful

1answer

Front cover dore open or cartridge missing

Try reseating the ink cartridge and see if the cover door is firmly closed.

Read full answer

Mar 27, 2009 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

5helpful

5answers

HP 1020 Error Message

Had the same problem. Changed cartridge. Still didn't work. I suggest taking out cartridge and examining inside of printer carefully. I found a piece of balloon and a hair tie (aargh!, my kids). Works now.
Just wanted to post this as one more thing to check before junking the printer or spending money on HP support.

Read full answer

Mar 20, 2008 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

Not finding what you are looking for?

View Most Popular

LaserJet 1020 Printer

Office Equipment & Supplies

Error message coming up: The HP LaserJet 1020 has the front cover door open or the toner cartidge is missing... Door is closed and toner cartridge is in there!! not print

HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

Open Questions:

0answers

alignment of solonoid pickup of hp 1020

Read full answer

Be the first to answer Sep 06, 2015 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0answers

Where can I find an hp laserjet 1020 mac driver? for Macbook OSX

Read full answer

Be the first to answer Aug 06, 2014 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0answers

how alignment laserjet 1020? i use windows 7 32 bit

Read full answer

Be the first to answer Jul 16, 2014 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

0answers

What does error 3 on canon mg3150 mean, flashing orange lights by c & b?

Read full answer

Be the first to answer Jul 08, 2014 • HP LaserJet 1020 Printer

See all HP LaserJet 1020 Printer Questions

473 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Check Out the Latest Printers Report

View all Fixya Reports

Are you a HP Office Equipment and Supply Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

PDF Manual

Related Topics:

HP LaserJet 1020--Problem with error message when no apparent error