Lexmark C1150 printer doesn't print

Hi
Check the ink cartridges to replace damaged and dry cartridges.
Try 'printhead' cleaning.
The printhead could be wornout if its an aged machine:replace it.

Try to re-seat the cartridges in the printer. Open the printer cover > remove the cartridges > close the printer cover > re-brick you printer by pulling out the power supply - black box behind the printer where the power cord is plugged in, and re-plug after 10 seconds. When the printer turns on, reinsert the cartridges and close the cover. Try to print a document again to verify that the problem is fixed.

If that doesn't help, the problem could be due to a clogged print cartridge nozzle. Please follow the steps below to fix print quality issues with your model:

1. On your computer, go to Start menu.
2. Go to Programs.
3. Go to Lexmark 2600 Series folder.
4. Select Lexmark Solution Center.

From the Maintenance tab, select Clean to fix horizontal streaks. Your printer will then print a page forcing ink through to clean the print cartridge nozzles.

Try to re-seat the cartridges in the printer. Open the printer cover > remove the cartridges > close the printer cover > re-brick you printer by pulling out the power supply - black box behind the printer where the power cord is plugged in, and re-plug after 10 seconds. When the printer turns on, reinsert the cartridges and close the cover. Try to print a document again to verify that the problem is fixed.

If that doesn't help, the problem could be due to a clogged print cartridge nozzle. Please follow the steps below to fix print quality issues with your model:

1. On your computer, go to Start menu.
2. Go to Programs.
3. Go to Lexmark 2600 Series folder.
4. Select Lexmark Solution Center.

From the Maintenance tab, select Clean to fix horizontal streaks. Your printer will then print a page forcing ink through to clean the print cartridge nozzles.

The 17 and 27 cartridges are compatible with your Lexmark X1150 printer. Try to manually wipe the cartridge nozzles with a soft moistened cloth. This will help clean the nozzles from dirts and clogs. Unplug and replug the printer into the power outlet in the wall to reset it. When the printer turns on, reinsert one cartridge first. Close the cover. If no error, open the cover and reinsert the other cartridge. Replace whichever cartridge is causing the error to appear. You can also try to insert a different known working cartridge to determine if the other is faulty.

Usually, when the printer prints, but the page comes out blank, the print head on your cartridges is clogged. Since you pointed out that you computer was repaired, I guess you weren't printing during that period, so it is quite normal that the cartridges won't print. Here is a link to Lexmark's site.
http://support.lexmark.com/index?page=content&id=HO1562&actp=search&viewlocale=en_US&userlocale=EN_CA&segment=SUPPORT&productCode=LEXMARK_X1150&searchid=1270554483928.
Read carefully and follow the instructions. If necessary, do several nozzles cleaning, but do bear in mind that it uses a lot of your ink.

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Try the "better" or "best" print options - They give more ink - might do the trick - (beware it also prints a lot more slowly....)

I have not had that type of problem as such as both my ink slots work, but I did have purple/bluish print instead of black once - It worked for me -
Hope that helps -

I have also found that despite cartridges being new somethimes they are not as full as they should....

http://www.lexmark.com/publications/pdfs/2007/6200/winug/en/frameset.html

Note: Make sure the All-In-One is on.

1. Lift the scanner unit. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position.
   
2. Press down on the cartridge lever to raise the cartridge lid.
   
3. Remove the old cartridge. Dispose of empty ink cartridges (see Recycling Lexmark products). Use the cartridge storage unit that came with your photo cartridge to store partially used cartridges for future use. See Using the cartridge storage area.
   

Note: If you are removing both cartridges, repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second cartridge.
Installing the print cartridges Note: If you are installing a photo print cartridge, remove it from the print cartridge storage unit. Place the empty print cartridge storage unit in the cartridge storage area. For help, see Using the cartridge storage area.

1. If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges.
   

Warning: Do not touch the copper contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridges.

1. Unless they are already open, press down on the cartridge levers to raise the cartridge lids.
   
2. Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier.
   
3. Snap the lids closed.
   
4. Close the scanner unit.
   

Note: The control panel display will prompt you to print an alignment page.
Note: The scanner unit must be closed to start a new scan, print, copy, or fax job

Have you selected the lexmark x1150 as the printer you want to print to in your application?

1. On your PC, go to Start, Programs (Windows XP: All Programs), Lexmark series.
2. Select the Solution Center.
3. When the Solution Center appears, click on the Maintenance button.
4. Select the option to Install a new print cartridge. The carrier should slide over at this point and allow you to insert and/or remove cartridges.
5. Make sure the correct cartridges are installed inside the printer first, then inform the software which cartridges have been installed. Note: This applies also to installation of a single cartridge.
6. Print the Print Alignment page to ensure the print quality is satisfactory.
7. Close the Solution Center.

i have the lexmark x5150 printer that is giving me the cartridge error 50c-- what does this mean [other than i need to buy a decent model]? i hate this thang!