What Ink Does the HP DeskJet 2132 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP DeskJet 2132 all-in-one (part of the DeskJet 2130 series) uses two HP 63 cartridges: one black and one tri-color. The high-yield HP 63XL versions fit too. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured 63XL Black, 63XL Tri-color and a 63XL 2-pack.
The 2132 takes the same ink as the DeskJet 1112 and 3630. Outside the U.S. the same printer uses HP 302 (Europe) or HP 803 (India), which are region-coded and won't work in a U.S. model.
CastleScore · October 2026
69/100 — Situational
HP DeskJet 2132
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No U.S. retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 81 | About 5.3¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured 63XL (430 / 300 pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 80 | Most-reported problems: owners expecting Wi-Fi (it's USB only); 'incompatible cartridge' and region-lock errors; blank pages after refilling cartridges |
| Features (12%) | 44 | Print, copy, scan over USB. No Wi-Fi, no display, no document feeder, no auto two-sided printing, no fax. |
| Value (5%) | 76 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings or published expert scores for this printer, so those weights are spread across the other pillars. With neither owner ratings nor a published expert score, we cap its CastleScore at 69 (Situational) under our methodology.
Discontinued. HP released the DeskJet 2130 series in 2015 and lists it as discontinued. Both HP 63 and HP's newer 63/65 cartridges are sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 14, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
HP 63XL 2-packF6U64AN + F6U63AN
HP 63XL BlackF6U64AN · ~430 pages
HP 63XL Tri-colorF6U63AN · ~300 pages
HP 63XL 2-pack
HP 63XL Black
HP 63XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the HP DeskJet 2132 Take?
| Cartridge | HP part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP 63 Black | F6U62AN | ~170 pages | — |
| HP 63 Tri-color | F6U61AN | ~150 pages | — |
| HP 63XL Black | F6U64AN | ~430 pages | Remanufactured 63XL Black |
| HP 63XL Tri-color | F6U63AN | ~300 pages | Remanufactured 63XL Tri-color |
HP originally rated these at 190/165 pages standard and 480/330 XL; current retailer listings use the lower figures above. HP is now replacing the 63 line with combined "63/65" cartridges: a 63/65XL black (B7RT5AN, about 300 pages) and a 63/65 tri-color (B7RT2AN, about 100 pages). Staples lists both for the 2132.
Is HP 63XL Worth It?
Yes. On October 14, 2026, Staples showed the original HP 63 cartridges out of stock and listed HP's newer 63/65XL black at $46.99 (about 15.7¢ a page) and 63/65 tri-color at $26.99. Our remanufactured 63XL black is $23.49 (about 5.5¢ a page) and 63XL tri-color $24.49, or $45.95 for the 2-pack.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the HP DeskJet 2132?
- Turn the printer on, then open the front door and the cartridge access door.
- Wait for the carriage to move to the center and stop.
- Press down on the old cartridge and pull it out.
- Pull the tape off the new cartridge by its pink tab without touching the contacts.
- Slide it in until it clicks, close the doors, then print and scan the alignment page.
Which Other Printers Use HP 63?
The DeskJet 1112, 3630, 3720 and 3772 series, the ENVY 4520, and the OfficeJet 3830, 4650 and 5255.
What DeskJet 2132 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer in HP's support community and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Does the DeskJet 2132 have Wi-Fi?
No. It connects by USB only and doesn't come with a USB cable, so you'll need a standard USB-A to USB-B printer cable.
Why does it say "incompatible cartridge"?
Usually the cartridge is from another region (HP 302 or 803), the wrong number, or not seated. Check for HP 63 on the label, reseat it and wipe the contacts.
It prints blank pages after I refilled a cartridge.
Refilling often leaves air in the sponge or overfills it. Let the cartridge sit nozzle-down on a paper towel for a few minutes, run a cleaning cycle, and consider a remanufactured cartridge instead.
Can I use the new HP 63/65 cartridges?
Staples lists them for the 2132, though HP's own compatibility list doesn't show the 2130 series. HP 63 and 63XL remain the safe choice.
DeskJet 2132 quirks worth knowing
- HP released the 2130 series in 2015 and lists it as discontinued.
- HP rates it at 7.5 pages a minute in black and 5.5 in color.
- It prints, copies and scans with no display; there's no document feeder or automatic two-sided printing.
- The tray holds 60 sheets, and HP recommends 50 to 100 pages a month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the HP DeskJet 2132 use?
HP 63 or HP 63XL: one black and one tri-color cartridge.
Does HP 65 fit the DeskJet 2132?
Not the original HP 65. HP's newer combined 63/65 cartridges are listed for it by Staples, but HP 63 is the standard choice.
How many pages does HP 63XL black print?
About 430 pages on current listings (HP's original rating was 480).
Other printers that use HP 63
HP DeskJet 1112 · HP DeskJet 3630 · HP Envy 4520 · HP OfficeJet 3830 · HP OfficeJet 4650
More HP ink guides: HP OfficeJet 3830 · HP Envy 5000 · HP OfficeJet Pro 8610 · find any printer
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