If your Epson printer won’t connect to Wi-Fi, it can disrupt your printing tasks and be frustrating to troubleshoot. Fortunately, most wireless connectivity issues can be fixed with a few simple steps. Here’s a complete guide to help you reconnect your Epson printer to Wi-Fi and get back to printing.
1. Restart Everything
Start by rebooting your printer, Wi-Fi router, and computer or mobile device. A fresh restart often clears temporary bugs or connection errors.
2. Check Wi-Fi Network Settings
Make sure your Wi-Fi network is:
Working properly with other devices
Using the 2.4GHz band (many Epson printers don't support 5GHz)
Not hidden (the printer needs to detect the network)
Also, verify your SSID and Wi-Fi password are correct. Entering the wrong password is a common mistake during setup.
3. Ensure the Printer Is in Range
Move the printer closer to your router to ensure it’s within range. Walls, appliances, and other electronics can interfere with signal strength.
4. Reconnect Using the Printer Control Panel
Use the built-in screen (if available) on your Epson printer to manually reconnect:
Press the Home button
Go to Wi-Fi Setup
Choose Wi-Fi Setup Wizard
Select your network and enter the password
Once connected, the printer should display a “Connected” or “Success” message.
5. Use WPS Button (If Supported)
If your router and printer both support WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup):
Press the WPS button on your router
Within 2 minutes, press the Wi-Fi button on your printer (or follow your printer’s WPS instructions)
This allows a quick and secure connection without entering a password.
6. Update Printer Firmware
Outdated firmware may cause connectivity issues. Visit the Epson support site to download the latest firmware for your model. Install updates using Epson Software Updater or from the printer control panel if supported.
7. Check Router Settings
Ensure MAC address filtering is disabled or that your printer’s MAC address is allowed. Also, verify that DHCP is enabled so the router can assign an IP address to your printer.
8. Reset Network Settings on Printer
If all else fails, reset the network settings:
Navigate to Setup > Restore Default Settings > Network Settings
Reconnect to Wi-Fi using the setup wizard again
9. Use Epson Smart Panel or Epson iPrint App
For mobile setup, download the Epson Smart Panel or Epson iPrint app from the App Store or Google Play. These apps can help detect and configure your printer via Wi-Fi easily.
10. Contact Epson Support
If nothing works, reach out to Epson’s customer support for help. Hardware problems or internal faults may require repair or replacement.