HP PSC 2210 Ink Cartridges
Your HP PSC 2210 uses the HP 56 and 57 ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable printer consumables for this versatile flatbed all-in-one printer since Aug 2026. Replacing the standard 56 (C6656AA) black cartridge alongside the 57 (C6657AA) tri-colour cartridge ensures consistent output for everyday documents and light photo printing. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Page yields for HP 56 (C6656AA) black and HP 57 (C6657AA) tri-colour cartridges are calculated at 5% page coverage under ISO/IEC testing standards. Actual yield varies depending on image density, page content, and how frequently clean cycles run during daily printing operations.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | Standard | Black | 450 | $0.038 |
| 57 | Standard | Colour | 400 | $0.072 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
Understanding compatible options for your printer
Our premium compatible cartridges offer significant cost savings while maintaining clear text and vivid colour print output. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more about performance and reliability in our genuine vs compatible cartridges guide.
Smart buying choices and nationwide delivery
For regular text printing, stocking up on individual 56 (C6656AA) black cartridges keeps running costs low, while purchasing the 56/57 (C6656AA-C6657AA) bundle provides maximum convenience for multi-page projects. All compatible units come backed by a money-back guarantee under our returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We dispatch daily from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide to ensure prompt arrival. Explore our complete range of HP ink cartridges today.
Cartridge Pro Tip
When replacing the integrated HP 57 (C6657AA) tri-colour cartridge, leave the protective nozzle tape intact until the exact moment of installation to prevent printhead drying and static damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when the HP 57 tri-colour cartridge runs out of a single colour?
Because the HP 57 (C6657AA) tri-colour cartridge combines cyan, magenta, and yellow ink into a single unit, depleting one colour requires replacing the entire cartridge to restore proper colour balance on prints.
Are compatible HP 56 and 57 cartridges recognised properly by the printer?
Yes, compatible HP 56 (C6656AA) and 57 (C6657AA) cartridges feature reconstructed electronic contacts engineered to communicate accurately with the ink monitoring system inside the HP PSC 2210.
Does the HP PSC 2210 print if the black 56 cartridge is empty?
The printer requires both a functional 56 (C6656AA) black and 57 (C6657AA) colour cartridge installed simultaneously to initiate print jobs without triggering ink system error messages.
