hp photosmart d7160 ink system failure error 0xc18a0106

[67First]

After installing new ink cartridges received the following error; 'Ink System Failure; unable to print; error code 0xc18a0106'. tried procedure as outlined on website still have error. Ideas?

[Jeet_singh]

Hi @67First,

Thanks for engaging in HP support Forums! This is a wonderful location to converse with the community, get assistance and find tips! 

I understand you are getting this error message on your printer screen, don't worry as I have a few suggestions which should help you resolve this issue.

To provide you with an accurate solution, I'll need a few more details:

Have you recently made any changes on the printer before the issue started?

How is the printer connected? USB/Wireless

Have you tried to perform a Hard reset on the printer?

In the meantime, let's try these steps here:

Please make sure that the printer is connected directly to the wall outlet and not to the surge protector.

Remove all the ink cartridges and then try to perform a hard reset on the printer.

With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer and also unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Remove USB cable, if present.

Wait for 2-3 minutes, press and hold the power button on your printer for about 30 seconds to remove any additional charge.

Now plug back the power cable straight to a wall outlet without any surge protector or an extension cord and then plug back the power cord to the printer.

Turn on the printer and wait till warm-up period finishes and the printer is idle.

Now insert the ink cartridges and then try to print a test page and check if it works.

Next thing, I would suggest here is to follow all the steps suggested in the support document for -  HP Photosmart Printers - 'Ink System' Error Displays

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[67First]

Thansk Jeet_singh!! I have tried the Hard Reset on the printer & the steps outlined in the HP Support Documentation for this error & still the same error. Does this point to a ink nozzle issue?

[Jeet_singh]

Hi @67First,

As I understand you have followed the steps suggested and still having the issue, I would personally suggest this could be a possible hardware failure. I would recommend you contact our HP phone support for available service related options. 

HP Technical Support can be reached by clicking on the following link: http://h22207.www2.hp.com/us-en/?openCLC=true

(1) Once the support page opens please select the country in which you're located. Next, enter your HP model number on the right.

(2) Next, choose the 'Contact Support' tab at the top and scroll down to the bottom of the 'HP Support- Contact' page to fill out the form provided with your contact information.

(3) Once completed click the 'Show Options' icon on the bottom right.

(4) Lastly, scroll down to the bottom of the page and select 'Get the phone number.' A case number and phone number will now populate for you.

If you have any troubles, let me know and I will do my best to help!

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