Why is my Epson scanner not working?

The scanner may not work properly if Epson Scan is open and your computer goes into standby mode (Windows) or sleep mode (Mac OS X). Restart Epson Scan and try scanning again. The scanner may not work properly if you upgrade your operating system but do not reinstall Epson Scan.

How do I reset my Epson s50?

Resetting the Scanner Roller Counter

  1. Make sure the scanner is turned on and connected to your computer.
  2. Do one of the following to open Epson Scan Settings: Windows 8.
  3. Click Maintenance. You see a screen like this:
  4. Click Reset. The number of scans changes to 0 (zero).
  5. Click OK.

Why is my Epson ES 50 scanner not working?

Try turning the wireless router off and on again. Make sure the correct scanner is selected in Epson ScanSmart. Make sure another computer is not connected to the scanner using a USB cable. A USB connection takes priority over a Wi-Fi connection.

Why is my Epson scanner not connecting to my computer wirelessly?

Make sure the Connection setting is set to Network, then click the Test button. Windows (other versions): Click or Start > All Programs or Programs > EPSON > EPSON Scan > EPSON Scan Settings. Make sure the Connection setting is set to Network, then click the Test button.

How do you troubleshoot a scanner problem?

General scanner troubleshooting

  1. Verify cables connected properly to the back of the scanner.
  2. Ensure that the scanner is getting power.
  3. Parallel port scanner troubleshooting.
  4. PC Windows users verify no TSRs are running in the background.
  5. Verify the LPT port mode.
  6. Update the drivers.

How do I force my EPSON printer to reset?

To Factory Reset an Epson printer:

  1. Turn off the printer.
  2. Press and hold the reset button on the back of the printer (normally located to the right of the ethernet port).
  3. Turn on the printer while holding the reset button.
  4. Wait until a message prints indicating that the printer is resetting.

How do I reset my EPSON printer to factory settings?

How do I restore my product’s default settings?

  1. Press the home button, if necessary.
  2. Select Setup.
  3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.
  4. Scroll down and select Restore Default Settings.
  5. Select one of these options:
  6. Select Yes to reset the selected settings.

Why is my scanner not recognizing my computer?

When a computer does not recognize an otherwise functioning scanner that is connected to it via its USB, serial or parallel port, the problem is usually caused by outdated, corrupted or incompatible device drivers. This is usually easily remedied by obtaining and installing new drivers.

Why will my printer print but not scan?

Check for a Firewall setting on your computer. If a Firewall on your computer is active, it may be rejecting the necessary network connection needed for the network scanning software to operate properly. Disable the Firewall on your computer and try the network scanning again.

Where is the Epson printer reset button?

To Factory Reset an Epson printer: Press and hold the reset button on the back of the printer (normally located to the right of the ethernet port).

How do I get my Epson printer out of error mode?

Follow these steps to fix Epson Printer errors:

  1. Disable the offline printer feature. To Eliminate the Epson Printer is in an error state problems, check if it is in offline status.
  2. Set your printer as the default printer.
  3. Check the Print Spooler Service.
  4. Clear all Print Jobs.
  5. Update Your Old – Faulty Printer Driver.

How do I fix unable to communicate with the scanner?

Check if the scanner is correctly selected in the application. 2. If the scanner is not listed in the application, the driver is not installed properly. Uninstall and reinstall the driver and then reconnect the scanner.

How do I connect my scanner to my computer wirelessly?

Install or add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth scanner

  1. Select Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners or use the following button. Open the Printers & scanners settings.
  2. Select Add a printer or scanner. Wait for it to find nearby scanners, then choose the one you want to use, and select Add device.

How do I connect my EPSON scanner to my computer wirelessly?

Press the Wi-Fi button on the scanner’s control panel. From your computer or device, open the list of wireless networks and select the SSID shown on the scanner label. Then select the connect option. Enter the password shown on the scanner label.