What ink cartridges are compatible with HP DeskJet 2540?
The HP DeskJet 2540 printer uses 301 (standard capacity) or 301XL (high capacity) ink cartridges. There are two slots in the printer, one for a black cartridge and one for a colour, and you will need to fill both slots for the printer to work.
Can you use other ink cartridges in a HP printer?
Yes, you can use compatible ink cartridges in HP printers, it is not necessary to purchase HP original cartridges. Compatible cartridges produce the same quality of print, are usually the same or higher capacity, and are cheaper. At Printerinks, we sell original (OEM) cartridges, and compatible versions with the same guarantee.
Do all HP ink cartridges work on all HP printers?
No! HP make thousands of different printers, and hundreds of different ink cartridges which are not interchangeable, even if they look the same size and shape. If you use your printer model to search for the page on our website which is specific to your printer, you can be sure of purchasing a suitable ink. This page shows all the different ink options that we have available for the DeskJet 2540 printer.