Hi tenkros
I have included the link again for the firmware update.
Yes it is missing the grey bar.
What is the level of the black cartridge?
Could be a issue with just the black cartridge causing the printer to continuously print out the alignment on start up.
If you are using a usb cable disconnect it from the printer and try turning it on again to see if it still prints out the alignment.
I will send you a private message with some information to take a look at. In the forum beside your handle name just
click on the envelope to view it.