016-746versalink-c405n

Xerox VersaLink C405n error 016-746 Fix

Xerox VersaLink C405n error 016-746 denotes an authentication failure. This is often caused by expired passwords, locked accounts, or insufficient permissions for the printer's document destinations (like a scan-to-network folder). Administrative review of the account is usually required.

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Common causes

  • 1Expired login credentials.
  • 2Folder permission denied.
  • 3LDAP timeout.
  • 4Policy restriction.

Solutions

Quick Diagnosis

If this only affects specific users, check the security policies or the status of their network account. The error is purely policy-driven.

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Sign in to the printer's Web UI with Admin credentials.
  2. Navigate to Security -> User Permissions.
  3. Validate that the user in question has the appropriate access rights.
  4. Update credentials for network services (email/scan).

Prevention and Maintenance

Enable LDAP integration to manage authentication centrally. This reduces user errors and simplifies password changes for the printer.

When to call a technician

If the Admin account itself is locked or the system hangs during security validation, service intervention is necessary to reset the device.

Device Technical Data

  • Technology: Color Laser
  • Security: User validation
  • Consumable: Series C405 Toner
  • Administration: Web Interface
  • Usage: Corporate
  • Official drivers

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Check Auth

    Validate the user credentials.

  2. 2

    Update settings

    Review security permissions via web UI.

  3. 3

    Retry

    Submit job with authenticated user.

Frequently asked questions

The user attempting the task lacks proper authentication or permission. Verify credentials on the Xerox web interface.

No, it is a configuration-based security restriction.

Original C405 toner is highly recommended to avoid system errors.

Use LDAP/Active Directory sync to ensure credentials stay current for all users.