Error Oxc18a0106 "Ink System Failure" - got this message on my HP Photosmart C7280 All-in-One Series printer. I tried off/on again and it didn't work. I tried unplugging the USB cord from the printer and power and it didn't work. Is there anything else I can try without having to purchase a new printer? Thank you for your help.

SOURCE: HP Photosmart C7280 Ink System Failure

Hello rjjgraphics.
This is a serious hardware issue in the unit and in most cases , the unit needs to be replaced, so there is a less chance of the issue getting resolved.

Thx
All the best

SOURCE: HP Photosmart c7180: "Ink System Failure" error code Oxc18a0306

I get the ink system failure message on my hp c7180 as well as an error code of oxc18a0306.

SOURCE: Ink System Failure: Errow:Oxc18a001 with a HP C7280

Hello,

Check our web site at: www.ccl-la.com/hp.htm We have a step by step guide to correct this problem. This error is caused by air in the ink feed tubes and the guide will help you do a purge on the lines.

I hope this helps, If so please rate my solution.

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SOURCE: HP Photosmart 3310 all in way Error Ink System had Failed 0xc18a0101

I had this same exact problem. Try doing:
1. Unplug the power cord from printer.
2. Hold both o.k and Cancel simultaneously.
3. Plug the power cable while holding the buttons.

After I did this my printer reconfigured like it used to do and it was like it was new again.... well new plus a headache a managed to get while reading all these little posts. I hope this helps!

If not try going to this website:
http://www.out-of-warranty.com/how-to-reset-hewlett-packard-hp-all-in-one-printers

Clive

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• Posted on Mar 02, 2010

SOURCE: Hi i got a Hp photosmart 3100 Series and its not

Hi there
Solution 1:
- Hold down the "OK", "Cancel", "Black", and "Color" buttons at the same time and turn the printer off.
- Keep holding the buttons down until the printer shuts off and turn it back on.
- Turn the printer off twice and then it will recalibrate.
- Make sure there are new cartridges in the printer so that it can reset.
Solution 2:
- Remove the cartridges from the product.
- Wait for the 'Insert Cartridges ' message to display on the control panel.
- Disconnect the power cord from the back of the product.
- Wait 60 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord. If the product does not automatically turn on, press the Power button.
- Reinsert the cartridges, and then close any open doors on the product.
- If you receive a prompt to print a calibration page, do so.
- Reconnect the USB cable to the rear of the product, and then try printing again.

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