How To Reset HP Printer ? Resetting the HP printer  is the first and best solution to solve any issues with it. There are two ways to reset an HP printer. You can reset either by using a related option on the control panel of the printer or by resetting the hardware of the HP printer. Here are quick steps to perform a hard reset on the HP printer. 1.   Switch on  your HP printer. 2.   Disconnect  the USB cable of the printer if connected. 3.   Open  the access cover of the printer. 4.   The access cover is present at the top or front of the printer based on its model. 5.   Remove  the ink cartridges from the printer. 6.   Wait  until the Insert Ink Cartridges message appears on the screen. 7.   Remove the power cable of the HP printer. 8.   Wait for a few minutes. 9.   Connect  the power cable back to the power cable of the HP printer and electrical wall outlet directly. 10. ...