Oxc18a0101 error message - C6180 All-In-One

on ours the cartridges click twice to be fully seated..there are 4 cartridges in this one.. if one is not all the way down, it will error..in extreme cases if all the cartridges are in place..unplug the unit and reboot it..

Several hp printer models produced in recent years have had some capacitors on the logic board fail. One of the early symptoms is ink system related failures and eventually it will constantly power on and off. Apparently some defective components were used in the construction of the logic board. On my C6180 there were 3 failed capacitors (the green cylinders - the puffed top indicates failure) and a 4th from the same manufacturer (TEAPO - many unfavorable web references to this manufacturer). If you have the failed capacitors, I would recommend replacing them, however I you do not do it yourself, the price to have an electronics repair may be more then the price of a new printer. I hope this helps.

Hello

Have a look at the link below, it should assist you in solving your problem.


http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Other-printing-questions/Ink-system-failed-Error-Oxc18a0101-on-photosmart-D7160/m-p/14911

Step one: Reset the printer
CAUTION: Do NOT perform any other type of reset on the printer before the ink initialization process has been completed.

1. Without turning the power off, remove the power cord from the back of the printer and from the wall socket.
2. Wait 30 seconds and reconnect the power cord to the printer and to the wall socket. Turn the unit on if it is not already turned on.
3. Check the printer for the error message. If the error message still displays, go to the next step.

Step two: Clean the cartridge contacts

1. Lift the top cover. Figure 1: Lifting the top cover
2. Locate the ink cartridge indicated in the error message. Squeeze the gray tab below the cartridge slot to release the latch and then lift the latch. Figure 2: Unlatching the cartridge 1 - Black cartridge 2 - Color cartridges
3. Remove the cartridge indicated in the error message. Figure 3: Removing the cartridge
4. Gather the following cleaning materials:
   • Distilled, filtered, or bottled water. Do not use tap water, alcohol, or platen cleaners.
   • Lint-free cloth or swab. Eyeglass wipes and coffee filters work well.
5. Lightly moisten the swab or cloth and squeeze out the excess moisture.
6. Holding the cartridge by its handle, wipe the copper contacts. Figure 4: Wiping the contacts 1 - Copper contacts
7. Replace the cartridge and then close the latch and the printer top cover.
8. Check the printer for the error message. If the error message still displays, go to the next step.
   NOTE: The printer may take up to 15 seconds to clear the error and recognize the cartridge after closing the cover.

Step three: Replace the cartridgeIf the error message still displays, replace the indicated cartridge with a new cartridge

Hi,

The "Oxc18" series errors can be removed by resetting the printer. Unplug the USB cable from the printer, remove the ink cartridges. When the "Insert ink cartridges" message appears unplug the power cord from the printer. Wait 1 minute (at least), then reconnect the power cord and turn on the printer if it didn't come on by itself. Reinsert the ink, close the unit and print a calibration page if prompted to do so. Finally reconnect the USB cable to the printer. If this doesn't work, the unit needs service (or replacement if the service call will cost more than a new printer).

Thank you!!

Inkjet cartridge replace new.

Hi,

Where did you get the error message on printer or computer?

If you get the message on printer remove all cartridges and reinsert the cartridges and align the ink cartridges. If the alignment page prints successfully then the problem is resolved.

If you get the message on the computer disconnect the usb from computer. uninstall the software and reinstall the full feature software by selecting connect USB later.

Hello,

The ink cartridges included in the box are used to set up the printer. This type of ink cartridge is called a “host” cartridge. Once the printer has completed device initialization, they are marked as regular “trade” cartridges. This error only occurs if the printer has finished the device initialization process and one or more of the ink supplies inserted into the printer are a “host” supply.

Solution: The indicated ink cartridge(s) cannot be used after the device has undergone first-time setup. Once the product displays the message ' The following ink cartridges cannot be used after device initialization and must be replaced ', the designated host cartridge(s) (indicated by the color icon(s) on the display) that were rejected should be discarded or recycled and never used again. Replace the ink cartridge(s) with the appropriate “trade” ink cartridges for the HP All-in-One.

Follow the link below.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00489814&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&product=1153481
it explains the error message and what to do.
Mark

IssueAn 0xc18xxxxx or 0xc19xxxxx ink system error code displays on the front panel. The printer cannot copy, receive faxes, or print. Solution
Press the On button to turn the printer off. 
Unplug the power cord from the back of the printer.
Remove all the ink cartridges.
Wait two minutes.
Plug the power cord into the back of the printer.
Press the On button to turn the printer on. 
Install the ink cartridges when prompted.
If the error code does not display, the issue is resolved.
If the 0xc18xxxxx or 0xc19xxxxx ink system error code displays on the front panel, service the printer.