Source: Green Image Solutions
1. Compatible ink and toner cartridges are essentially replacement cartridges for your printer that are not from the original manufacturer (OEM), but are remanufactured or created by a third party manufacturer.
2. Depending on where you purchase your compatible ink and toner cartridges, you may be getting a new or remanufactured versions (see below for the differences between compatible and remanufactured cartridges).
3. In some cases, cartridges that your printer uses carry a chip. If that's the case, check to make sure that the compatible cartridges you're choosing have the same chip so you won't have to reset your machine and deal with the hassle of error messages.
4. To ensure product quality, some compatible cartridges come with a warranty that matches that of the original manufacturer. Be sure to purchase from a vendor who carries a warranty comparable to the OEM and who's products are remanufactured based on ISO 9002 and SMTC standards.
5. Using a compatible cartridges won't void the warranty of your printer in many cases (see Magnusson-Moss act in Link Section). However, it's best to check with your manual or the manufacturer to verify this if you have concerns.
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Why does my printer display read, non OEM cartridge detected. When I try to insert a compatible toner cartridge?
THe printer manufacturers legally can't stop you from using remanufactured and compatible ink ande toner cartridges. They just prefer youto buy their ink and toner. So they try to make you think you are doing something wrong.
Congress passed the Magnusson-Moss Act that prevents manufacturers of printers, copiers, faxes, etc... from voiding your warranties or penalizing you in any way if you use compatible ink and toner.
You can read more on our site: Green Image Solutions Product Guarantee
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