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Epson printers can connect to a wireless network so you can print from computers, laptops, smartphones, and tablets without keeping a USB cable connected. Connecting an Epson printer to WiFi is usually straightforward, although the exact menu names can vary depending on the printer model. Most Epson printers with a display provide a wireless setup wizard, while some models can be configured through Epson software or the Epson Smart Panel app.
Before starting the wireless setup, make sure you know your WiFi network name and password. Epson's wireless setup instructions use the printer's network settings to select the wireless network and enter its password.
Prepare Your Epson Printer for WiFi Setup
Place the Epson printer close enough to your wireless router to maintain a reliable connection during setup.
Turn on the printer and wait until it finishes starting up. If the printer is brand new, complete the initial setup and install the ink before configuring wireless printing.
Make sure your wireless router is working correctly and that another device, such as a computer or smartphone, can connect to the WiFi network.
You should also have the correct WiFi password available. Wireless passwords are case-sensitive, so uppercase and lowercase letters need to be entered correctly. Epson specifically notes that the network name and password can be case-sensitive on supported printer models.
Connect Epson Printer to WiFi Using the Control Panel
Many Epson printers allow you to connect directly through the printer's control panel.
Open the printer's Home screen and select the network or WiFi settings option. Depending on the Epson model, you may see an option such as WiFi Setup, Network Settings, or WiFi Setup Wizard.
Select the WiFi connection option and then choose the WiFi Setup Wizard.
The printer will search for nearby wireless networks. When your network appears, select the correct WiFi network name.
Epson's instructions for supported models generally use the WiFi Setup Wizard to find the wireless network and then prompt you to enter the network password.
Select Your WiFi Network
After opening the WiFi Setup Wizard, look through the available wireless networks displayed on the printer.
Select your home or office WiFi network.
Make sure you choose the correct network if several networks are displayed. Selecting the wrong network can prevent the printer from connecting successfully.
If your WiFi network does not appear, some Epson models provide an option to search again. Other models allow you to manually enter the wireless network name, also known as the SSID. Epson documentation confirms that supported printers can provide a manual SSID entry option when the desired network is not shown.
Enter the WiFi Password
After selecting the wireless network, the Epson printer will ask for the WiFi password.
Use the printer's touchscreen, buttons, or displayed keypad to enter the password.
Pay close attention to uppercase and lowercase characters. If your password contains numbers or special characters, make sure they are entered correctly.
After entering the password, confirm the information and select the option to continue or start the connection.
Epson's setup instructions indicate that an incorrect network name or password can prevent the WiFi connection from being established.
Confirm the Epson WiFi Connection
After entering the password, the printer will attempt to connect to your wireless network.
Wait for the connection process to finish. If the setup is successful, the printer should display a WiFi symbol or another indication that it is connected.
Some Epson models allow you to print a network connection report after setup. This report can provide information about the wireless connection if there is a problem.
Epson documentation for supported models explains that the WiFi icon on the printer's display indicates the wireless connection status.
Connect Epson Printer to WiFi Using WPS
Some Epson printers and wireless routers support WPS, which can provide an alternative way to establish a wireless connection.
If your printer supports WPS, open the printer's wireless network settings and select the WPS connection option.
Then use the WPS button on your compatible wireless router according to the router's instructions.
The printer and router can establish the wireless connection without requiring you to manually type the WiFi password. Epson documentation notes that supported access points can use WPS push-button or PIN methods for wireless configuration.
The exact WPS procedure varies according to the Epson printer and router, so use the options shown on your specific devices.
Connect Epson Printer to WiFi Using a Computer
You can also configure some Epson printers using Epson setup software on a Windows computer or Mac.
First, download and install the appropriate Epson printer software for your model.
Start the setup program and choose the option for setting up the printer on a wireless network.
Depending on the model, the Epson installer may guide you through automatic or manual wireless configuration. Epson's wireless installation documentation describes a setup option that can automatically connect the printer to an existing wireless network.
Follow the instructions shown by the setup program until the printer is connected.
Connect Epson Printer to WiFi Using Epson Smart Panel
Many supported Epson printers can also be configured using the Epson Smart Panel app.
The app is available for compatible iOS and Android devices. Epson explains that Smart Panel can help connect a supported Epson product to a wireless network.
Install Epson Smart Panel on your compatible mobile device and make sure the device is already connected to your WiFi network.
Turn on the Epson printer and open the app.
If the app recognizes the printer, follow the instructions displayed on the screen to configure the wireless connection.
If the printer is not automatically detected, Epson Smart Panel provides an option to start printer setup manually. The mobile device should remain close enough to the printer during the setup process.
Connect Epson Printer to the Same WiFi as Your Computer
After connecting the printer to WiFi, make sure the computer you want to print from is connected to the same wireless network.
For example, if the Epson printer is connected to your home WiFi, your Windows computer or Mac should also be connected to that network.
The printer and computer need to be able to communicate through the network.
If your computer is connected to a different wireless network, the Epson printer may not appear when you try to add it.
Add Epson Printer to Windows After WiFi Setup
After connecting the Epson printer to WiFi, open the printer settings on your Windows computer.
Go to the printer settings and search for available printers.
Windows should be able to find the Epson printer when the printer and computer are connected to the same network and the printer is configured correctly.
Select the Epson printer from the available devices and complete the setup.
If Windows does not detect it, check the WiFi connection on both devices and make sure the Epson printer is powered on.
Installing the appropriate Epson printer software can also help Windows communicate with the printer.
Add Epson Printer to Mac After WiFi Setup
Mac users can also add an Epson printer after completing wireless setup.
Open the Mac printer settings and choose the option to add a printer.
Allow the Mac to search for available network printers.
When the Epson printer appears, select it and complete the setup.
If it does not appear, confirm that the Mac and printer are connected to the same WiFi network.
You can also restart the printer and Mac before trying the printer search again.
Print a Test Page
After connecting the Epson printer to WiFi and adding it to your computer, print a test document.
Open a document and select the Epson printer from the available printers.
Send the document to the printer and check whether the print job is completed successfully.
If the document prints correctly, the WiFi connection and printer setup are working properly.
If the printer receives the job but does not print, check the printer status, paper, ink, and connection.
Epson Printer WiFi Not Connecting
If your Epson printer does not connect to WiFi, first verify the network name and password.
Make sure the printer is trying to connect to the correct wireless network.
If you entered the password manually, check every character carefully. A single incorrect character can prevent the printer from connecting.
Epson recommends repeating the wireless setup when the WiFi icon does not appear after configuration because the wrong network name or password may have been selected.
You can also restart the printer and router before trying the setup again.
Epson Printer Cannot Find WiFi Network
If your wireless network does not appear in the printer's network list, select the option to search again if your model provides one.
Move the printer closer to the wireless router and try searching again.
If the network still does not appear, use the manual network entry option if your Epson model supports it. You can enter the SSID manually and then provide the wireless password.
Also check that the router is operating normally and that other devices can connect to the same network.
Restart the Epson Printer and Router
A simple restart can resolve temporary network communication problems.
Turn off the Epson printer and router. Allow the devices to complete their shutdown process, then turn them back on.
Wait for the router to reconnect to the Internet and establish the wireless network.
After the WiFi network becomes available, open the Epson printer's wireless settings and try connecting again.
Reset Epson WiFi Settings
If your Epson printer was previously connected to another wireless network, its saved network information may no longer match your current router.
In this situation, open the printer's network settings and look for an option to change or reset the wireless connection.
Epson documentation for supported models provides options such as Start Setup, Change Settings, WiFi Setup Wizard, and other network configuration menus.
After changing the settings, select your current WiFi network and enter its password again.
Check the Epson WiFi Connection
Once the Epson printer is connected, verify that the WiFi icon is visible on the printer's display if your model has one.
You can also print a network connection report on supported Epson printers.
A network report can help identify whether the printer successfully connected to the router and can provide additional information when a connection fails.
If the connection is successful but your computer still cannot find the printer, check that the computer is connected to the same network and that the Epson printer software has been installed.
Conclusion
Connecting an Epson printer to WiFi allows you to print wirelessly from computers and compatible mobile devices. The simplest method on many Epson models is to open the printer's network settings, select the WiFi Setup Wizard, choose your wireless network, and enter the correct WiFi password.
Depending on the model, you can also configure the connection through WPS, Epson printer software, or the Epson Smart Panel app. After the printer connects successfully, make sure your computer or mobile device is connected to the same wireless network.
If the Epson printer cannot connect, check the WiFi name and password, restart the printer and router, move the printer closer to the router, and repeat the wireless setup. For supported models, a network connection report can also help identify the cause of a failed connection.
Once the WiFi connection is established and the printer is added to your computer or mobile device, you can begin printing wirelessly.