Cartridges used in newer printers contain a microchip that keeps track of cartridge usage. When the programmed service life of the cartridge is exceeded, the printer will refuse to use it even if full of ink.
In some cases there may be ways to get around the chip but I gave up playing that game a long time ago. Now I go online to a discount ink cartridge reseller of which there are many and buy a package that contains 3 black cartridges and two of each colour.
Eg.
https://www.123ink.ca/p-345964-oneb...cmy-high-yield-10pack?atc_source=catalog#5105 (an example only. I have used them in the past but they are in Canada so not much use here)
It's much cheaper than buying name brand cartridges and they will not dry out if left sealed and are not used for a year or two. No fuss , no muss, no bother.
When buying a printer it is a good idea to research the cost of cartridge replacement. The printer itself is often priced exceptionally low as a loss leader to entice you to buy. Whiz-bang printers using 7 cartridges may print great photographs for those who need that and use photo paper, but for most, a 4 cartridge printer will do just fine. Brother is a decent brand name with slightly cheaper replacement cartridge costs. Canon and Epson should be avoided unless other operational considerations trump consumable costs.