Incompatible ink cartridge?

[Guest]

I have an Epson printer which was working fine on my Windows XP computer. I
bought some Epson compatible ink cartriges (not Epson brand), and it too was
working fine on my computer. I got a new printer, gave the Epson to my
friend who has Vista. After we downloaded the software for his computer, and
hooked up the printer, the printer did not recognize the ink cartridges on
his computer. AND... it then didn't recognize it on my computer with Windows
XP!

What's going on here? Has this happened to anyone else? I'm planning on
getting rid of the printer anyways since the darn ink costs way too much if I
have to buy Epson brand ink!

 

[Cari \(MS-MVP\)]

How long was the printer not in use? Epson printers have to be used almost
continuously (at least once every day) or their cartridges clog.

 

[Guest]

For a week. I haven't had that type of problem before with an Epson printer.

 

[Cari \(MS-MVP\)]

Most people have! I'd try some new cartridges but if the print head is
clogged, it's probably time for a new printer.

 

[Guest]

Thanks Carl- unfortunately the printer is only a few months old (and even
then not used much) and Epson ink for this printer is really expensive! So
looks like I will be getting a new printer anyways!

 

[Cari \(MS-MVP\)]

If it's still under guarantee, take advantage of that.