What Ink Does the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e uses four HP 936 cartridges — Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow — with HP 936e EvoMore high-yield versions that print about twice as many pages. HP does not make an "XL" in this family, so anything sold as "HP 936XL" is a third-party cartridge.
CastleScore · October 2026
79/100 — Recommended
HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 82 | 4.20★ average across 497 ratings at Best Buy (4.2) |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 64 | About 7.9¢ per page blended (black + color) with Original HP 936 at HP's prices (we don't sell HP 936). Docked because the printer can reject cartridges without the maker's chip. |
| Reliability (13%) | 90 | No recurring hardware or connection complaints in owner reviews. |
| Features (12%) | 92 | Print, copy, scan, document feeder, auto two-sided printing, fax, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, touchscreen, fast (20+ ppm). |
| Value (5%) | 73 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough published expert scores for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Still listed new at Office Depot when we checked, although B&H no longer offers its 9135e bundle.
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 10, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
Why there is no Castle Ink cartridge for this printer
We don't sell HP 936 or 936e cartridges. The 9135e is an HP dynamic-security printer: HP supports only cartridges with new or reused HP chips, can block others with or without HP+, and warns that firmware updates may block cartridges that work today. We would rather tell you that than sell you a cartridge that may stop working.
Buy Original HP 936 or 936e. The 936e EvoMore cartridges are rated for about 2,500 pages black and 1,650 per color, against 1,250 and 800 for the standard 936, so they cost less per page. When we checked, one HP reseller listed the 936e EvoMore black (4S6V6LN) at $94.99.
HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Part Number | Color | Approx. Page Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP 936 Black | 4S6V2LN | Black | ~1,250 pages |
| HP 936 Cyan | 4S6U9LN | Cyan | ~800 pages |
| HP 936 Magenta | 4S6V0LN | Magenta | ~800 pages |
| HP 936 Yellow | 4S6V1LN | Yellow | ~800 pages |
| HP 936e EvoMore Black | 4S6V6LN | Black | ~2,500 pages |
| HP 936e EvoMore Cyan | 4S6V3LN | Cyan | ~1,650 pages |
| HP 936e EvoMore Magenta | 4S6V4LN | Magenta | ~1,650 pages |
| HP 936e EvoMore Yellow | 4S6V5LN | Yellow | ~1,650 pages |
The OfficeJet Pro 9135e is the top model in HP's 9130e series: print, scan, copy and fax, a 35-sheet automatic document feeder with two-sided scanning, automatic two-sided printing, two 250-sheet paper trays (500 sheets in all) and a 4.3-inch color touchscreen. HP rates it at about 25 pages per minute in black and 20 in color.
The same HP 936 / 936e cartridges fit HP's whole current OfficeJet Pro line: the OfficeJet 9122e, OfficeJet Pro 9110b, 9125e, 9128e, 9130b and 9135e, and the OfficeJet Pro Wide Format 9730e. See our HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e ink guide for the sister model. Outside North America HP sells the same printers with HP 937 cartridges, which are not interchangeable with US HP 936.
Do not confuse HP 936 with HP 962 (OfficeJet Pro 9010/9020 series) or HP 910 (OfficeJet Pro 8020 series). They will not fit.
Before You Buy: HP+ and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e
The "e" in the model name means the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e was sold as an HP+-eligible printer. If HP+ was activated during setup, HP's terms require Original HP cartridges for the life of the printer, plus an HP account and an internet connection. Third-party cartridges will not work in an HP+ enrolled printer, and there is no published way to undo it. Declining HP+ doesn't make every cartridge safe, though. The 9135e uses HP dynamic security, which blocks cartridges with non-HP chips with or without HP+, and HP warns that future firmware updates may block cartridges that work today. Only cartridges with new or reused HP chips are supported. Not sure? Look for HP+ branding in the HP Smart app or on the printer's information page. Buying used? Ask the seller before you stock up on ink.
How to Replace Ink in the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e
- Open the ink cartridge access door on the front of the printer and wait for the carriage to stop.
- Press the front of the empty cartridge to release it, then pull it straight out.
- Unwrap the new cartridge. Hold it by the sides and do not touch the copper contacts.
- Slide it into the slot that matches its color label and press until it clicks.
- Close the door and let the printer finish its short calibration.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not recognized: Reseat it firmly until it clicks and wipe the chip contacts. A cartridge with a non-HP chip will not clear the error, with or without HP+, because of HP dynamic security.
Low-ink warning soon after setup: Normal. The in-box setup cartridges hold less ink than retail HP 936 cartridges.
Faded or streaky output: Run the Print Quality Diagnostic from the touchscreen or HP Smart, then one printhead cleaning if needed. The printhead is a permanent part of the printer, so avoid running cleaning cycles back to back — each one uses ink.
What OfficeJet Pro 9135e owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, HP's support forum and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Does the document feeder scan both sides of a page?
Yes. The 35-sheet feeder handles two-sided originals for scanning and copying, so you don't have to flip the stack yourself.
HP Smart shows error OW_4XX_OWSFW00001 and says to "finish setup", but the printer prints and scans fine.
HP's forum advice is to update the HP Smart app (you can get it from 123.hp.com) and try again. As a last resort HP suggests a Secure Erase or factory restore from the printer's Embedded Web Server, which wipes your settings.
Does it have to stay connected to the internet?
Only if HP+ was turned on at setup. HP+ requires an HP account, a constant internet connection and Original HP ink for the life of the printer.
Can my phone print to it without my home network?
Yes. Alongside dual-band Wi-Fi it has Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth, so a phone can connect to the printer directly.
Can it fax in color?
Yes. The fax sends in color, can fax two-sided originals and holds about 100 pages in memory.
OfficeJet Pro 9135e quirks worth knowing
- It has two 250-sheet paper trays (500 sheets in all). That is the main hardware difference from the single-tray OfficeJet Pro 9125e.
- The setup cartridges in the box are rated for fewer pages than retail ones (about 800 black and 420 color on the European model), so the first low-ink warning comes early.
- HP rates it for up to 30,000 pages a month but recommends no more than 2,000.
- RTINGS points out that HP 936 cartridges cost more than the cartridges for the older OfficeJet Pro 9025e, so running costs went up with this generation.
Frequently Asked Questions
HP 936 or HP 936e?
Both fit the same slots. The 936e EvoMore holds about twice as much ink and costs less per page.
Is there an HP 936XL?
Not from HP. "936XL" listings are third-party cartridges.
Will HP 937 cartridges work?
Not in a US printer. HP 937 is the version sold outside North America, and HP regionalizes these cartridges.
Can I use third-party ink?
Not reliably. Declining HP+ at setup is necessary but not enough: HP dynamic security blocks cartridges with non-HP chips either way, and firmware updates can block cartridges that work today. Cartridges that reuse an original HP chip are the ones HP allows.
Does using compatible or remanufactured cartridges void my warranty?
No. Under the U.S. Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer cannot void your printer warranty only because you used third-party cartridges. Damage proven to be caused by a specific cartridge would not be covered, but the rest of the warranty still applies.
Other printers that use HP 936
HP OfficeJet Pro 9730e · HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e · HP OfficeJet Pro 9120e
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