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Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ AE Error Fix: Communication Error

Internal communication failure between the main control board and the display/user interface board. Unplug the dryer, reseat all wire connectors between the boards, and restore power. If AE persists, one of the boards may be faulty.

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Quick Answer

Error AE on the Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ means: Communication Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Faulty Main Control or Display/User Interface Board” (hard difficulty, ~60 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dryer

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When to Call a Professional

While many dryer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $200-$300.

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Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam

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Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher

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Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher

dishwasher · 2 fixes

Samsung WA50R5400AW 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer

washer · 2 fixes

Samsung WF45R6100AW 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer

washer · 2 fixes

Other Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ Error Codes

Motor Current Error

Voltage Error

Low Voltage

Communication Error (alternate)

2 fixes

Button/Switch Stuck

2 fixes

bE2

Specific Button Stuck

2 fixes

bE7

Belt Broken / Drum Motor Stuck

2 fixes

BELT SNAP

Drive Belt Broken

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ Error AE

What does error code AE mean on a Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+?

Error code AE on the Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ means: Communication Error. Internal communication failure between the main control board and the display/user interface board. Unplug the dryer, reseat all wire connectors between the boards, and restore power. If AE persists, one of the boards may be faulty.

How do I fix error code AE on my Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+?

The most successful fix is "Replace Faulty Main Control or Display/User Interface Board" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code AE on a Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ serious?

This error is rated warning severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ error AE myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Faulty Main Control or Display/User Interface Board") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver.

How much does it cost to repair Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ error AE?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $200-$300. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ have?

The Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ has 8 other known error codes, including: 3C (Motor Current Error), 9C1 (Voltage Error), 9E (Low Voltage), AC (Communication Error (alternate)), bE (Button/Switch Stuck), and 3 more.

Which other Samsung models have the AE error?

Error code AE also appears on 5 other Samsung models: Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam, Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher, Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher, Samsung WA50R5400AW 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer, Samsung WF45R6100AW 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ have?

The Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ has 8 other known error codes:

3C — Motor Current Error (2 fixes)
9C1 — Voltage Error (2 fixes)
9E — Low Voltage (2 fixes)
AC — Communication Error (alternate) (2 fixes)
bE — Button/Switch Stuck (2 fixes)
bE2 — Specific Button Stuck (2 fixes)
bE7 — Belt Broken / Drum Motor Stuck (2 fixes)
BELT SNAP — Drive Belt Broken (2 fixes)

Which other Samsung models have the AE error?

Error code AE also appears on 5 other Samsung models:

Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam (dryer) · 2 fixes
Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
Samsung WA50R5400AW 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer (washer) · 2 fixes
Samsung WF45R6100AW 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer (washer) · 2 fixes

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