Troubleshooting Xerox VersaLink B405 Error 016-781
Error 016-781 on the Xerox VersaLink B405 signals a job processing failure caused by incompatible file formats. This is often triggered when the print driver cannot interpret complex vector graphics or specific PDF configurations. Implementing driver-level fixes or file format conversion is the recommended solution.
Common causes
- 1Complex PDF rendering exceeding memory limits.
- 2Outdated driver version on the client workstation.
- 3Unsupported custom paper size format defined in the document.
Solutions
Update Print Drivers
- Remove the existing printer driver from your system.
- Download and install the latest Xerox Global Print Driver.
- Configure the driver settings to match your printer's current configuration.
Convert Files
- If printing a PDF, open the file in your reader.
- Choose 'Print as Image' in the advanced print settings.
- Send the document again to verify execution.
Steps to follow
- 1
Clear Print Queue
Cancel all pending tasks on the Xerox VersaLink control panel.
- 2
Switch Driver
Switch from PCL to PostScript or vice-versa in settings.
- 3
Simplify Document
Print the document in smaller batches or as an image.
Frequently asked questions
It is a print job error indicating that the printer cannot process the specific format or content of the file sent to it.
Selecting 'Print as Image' in your Adobe print menu is the most effective bypass for this specific code.
No, this error is software-related. Your printer's physical hardware is likely perfectly functional.