Resolving Samsung 2161 Printer Errors: Tips and Tricks

Samsung printers are one of the most popular printers on the market, but many users have reported Samsung 2161 printer errors.
> I have a Samsung 2161 printer and I’m having trouble installing a driver > for the printer. When I attempt to install the software, I get a message > stating: (error code: 46) “the software does not support your operating system > version.”
If you are also affected by the Samsung 2161 printer error, here are a couple of troubleshooting steps you can follow to resolve it.

The Samsung 2161 printer error codes 00-08-12-00-00-01-05-06-06-07-07-08-09-10-10-11-10-12-10-13-10-14-10-15-10-16-10-17-10-18-10-19-10-20-10-21-10-22-10-23-10-24-10-25-10-26-10-27-10-28-10-29-10-30-10-31-10-32-10-33-10-34-10-35-10-36-10-37-10-38-10-39-10-40 mean that you have an issue with your ribbon.
To fix this issue, you have to change the ribbon.

Update the printer

Samsung Printer Support team recommends updating the printer firmware and drivers.
Download the latest firmware and drivers from the official website.
Download, install, and run the Printer troubleshooter
Printer troubleshooter can help you fix Samsung 2161 Printer errors.
Press Windows + X keys on the keyboard and select Printer troubleshooter from the menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooter.

Install the latest Samsung printer driver

The error message 2161 may occur due to outdated drivers. So, try installing the latest Samsung printer drivers from the manufacturer’s website.
Check printer settings.
Run the Samsung print troubleshooter
Run the Samsung Printer Reset Utility
Clear the printing queue
Restart the PC

Update the printer driver

Press the Windows key + S, type printers, and then click on Printers and Scanners.
Click on your Samsung Printer and select the “Update driver” option.
Restart your PC.
Ensure the printer is plugged in and turned on.
Download and install the latest printer drivers.