HP Error 10.7000: Toner cartridge past Very Low
Also shows as: 10.700X, 10.7001, 10.7002, 10.7003
The toner cartridge has passed the Very Low stage. HP says this is a warning that the cartridge warranty period is over. The last digit shows the color: 0 black, 1 cyan, 2 magenta, 3 yellow.
What to try
- Replace the toner cartridge.
When it needs a technician
HP does not call for service for this message.
Which models show 10.7000
HP documents this code for models including HP LaserJet Pro M203, HP Color LaserJet Pro printers.
First steps for any printer error
- Write down the exact code before you do anything else — similar-looking codes often mean completely different things.
- Power the printer off, unplug it for a couple of minutes, then power it back on. A surprising number of transient errors clear here.
- Open the covers and check for paper scraps, packaging material, or anything blocking the carriage.
- Check the cartridges or tanks are genuine, correctly seated, and not empty.
- Confirm the printer is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a power strip or extension lead.
- Check your model’s own manual — codes are model-specific, and the manual is the authority for your machine.
Source: HP Customer Support - HP LaserJet Pro, Troubleshoot 10.xx and Supplies messages. Codes are model-specific, so your own model's manual is the final word. Reviewed October 2026.
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