Post: Looking for suggestions for a new printer.
02-02-2026, 11:33 AM #1
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hi, I have an HP 3830 which Google says was released in 2015-16 and has been discontinued. I'm thinking about upgrading because in all the time I've had this printer, it's never printed pictures or anything in color. I have always had new cartridges but, the color is never used. When I try to print a picture, it goes through the printing process but the paper comes out blank. I figured it'd be best to just upgrade but don't know where to start. I only use the printer to print forms for different government programs I'm in, eBay shipping labels and things of that nature. But, there are times, once in a blue moon, that I need to print a picture or something with color.
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02-02-2026, 06:17 PM #2
Luckeyy
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Originally posted by Printer-Tales View Post
Hi, I have an HP 3830 which Google says was released in 2015-16 and has been discontinued. I'm thinking about upgrading because in all the time I've had this printer, it's never printed pictures or anything in color. I have always had new cartridges but, the color is never used. When I try to print a picture, it goes through the printing process but the paper comes out blank. I figured it'd be best to just upgrade but don't know where to start. I only use the printer to print forms for different government programs I'm in, eBay shipping labels and things of that nature. But, there are times, once in a blue moon, that I need to print a picture or something with color.

I think the best option or suggestion is going to a computer store to see what works best for you. I don't know what your budget is which is none of my business but I think doing that as a start would be best. Same time your gathering more information for both computer and printer in my opinion

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02-20-2026, 09:37 AM #3
Thanks for your suggestion

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