Printer printed out error message stating that the photoconductor kit had worn out, so I ordered and installed a new one. However, the printer continues to print the same error message and nothing else. Is this printer finished?

The e120 has a second supply part, called a photoconductor kit. It sounds like the one in your device is worn out. Go to Lexmark.com, enter the name of your printer in the supply finder, and look for a photoconductor. It installs as in the same area of the printer as does the toner cartridge. Order, replace, and it should solve your problem.

If the printer has been in use for some time, then this message is correct as parts do have a limited service period and need to be replaced.

84 PC Life Exhausted indicates that the photoconductor unit has reached its functional life. The photoconductor kit will need to be replaced. The printer will not function so long as the Exhausted message remains on the display. The only way to clear the message is to install a new photoconductor. After replacing the photoconductor unit, you need to manually reset the pc page counter as well. Thank you for choosing Lexmark.

Open front cover. Press and hold the 'CANCEL' button ( X ) until all lights flash in sequence. Close the front cover.

you must reset the error message; find the explanation in the photoconductor kit package

After replacing fysicalythe photoconductor/imagaging drum, leave the door open. Press and hold Cancel untl all lights flash in sequence to reset the printer. Close front cover.

Here is how to reset the photoconductor kit counter:

1. Make sure the new kit is installed and the printer is turned ON.

2. Open the front panel.

3. Hold the Cancel button in until the front panel LEDs flash.

4. Close the front panel

According to Lexmark E450DN service manual;
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press and hold Checkmark and Right Arrow buttons.
3. Turn on the printer.
4. Release the buttons when 'Performing Self Test' displays.
The message CONFIG MENU displays on top line of operator panel.
5. Scroll down and select 'Reset PC Cnt.'

Turn printer off and remove photoconductor unit, close covers and turn printer back on without photoconductor, error will appear that you need to install photoconductor, install photoconductor and wait til it calibrates, if same error appears photoconductor is a consumable part you will have to replace it then.

Pls dnt 4get to rate solution. TY

Here are the steps to reset the page count on a Lexmark E234, as described here:

1. Power the printer on and get it to the Ready state.
2. With the printer on and in the Ready state, open the front cover.
3. Press and hold the Cancel button until all of the lights begin flashing up and down.
4. Release the Cancel button and close the door. The photoconductor count should now be reset.

Hope that helps!
-MetaB