DesignJet 430

Front Panel Failure

This error indicates a communication problem with the front panel display or its associated electronics. The printer may not respond to button presses or display garbled information.

Printhead Failure (Specific Color)

This error indicates a specific printhead is failing or not communicating properly. The '0xXXXXXXX' portion of the code usually identifies the problematic color or printhead slot.

Ink Cartridge Expired

This error indicates that one or more installed ink cartridges have passed their expiration date. While the printer may allow continued printing, print quality might be affected.

Ink Cartridge Authentication Failure

This error indicates that an ink cartridge cannot be authenticated by the printer. This can be due to a non-HP cartridge, a faulty cartridge chip, or an authentication system issue.

Paper Handling Error: Media Advance System Failure

This error indicates a critical failure in the paper advance system. The printer cannot load or move paper correctly, preventing printing.

Service Error: System Fan Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with a general system cooling fan. Overheating could occur, leading to performance issues or damage.

Service Error: Real-Time Clock (RTC) Failure

This error indicates a problem with the printer's internal real-time clock. This might affect logging or time-sensitive functions, but usually not printing.

System Error: Internal Power Failure

This error indicates a general internal power failure within the printer, potentially affecting multiple components. The printer cannot power on or operate.

System Error: ASIC Failure

This error indicates a failure of an Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) on the Main PCA. This is a critical hardware failure.

Service Error: Internal Communication Timeout

This error indicates that the printer's components are failing to communicate with each other within expected timeframes. This can lead to system freezes or failures.

Carriage Axis Motor Failure

This error indicates a problem with the motor responsible for moving the printhead carriage across the printer. It will prevent any printing operations.

Hardware Error: Main PCA Firmware Update Failure

This error indicates that a firmware update to the Main PCA has failed or is corrupted. The printer may not be able to boot or function correctly.

Paper Handling Error: Paper Jam

This error indicates that paper is jammed within the printer's paper path. The printer cannot continue printing until the jam is cleared.