Epson Stylus Color 980 – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Epson Stylus Color 980 Printer Setup Guide

Unboxing and Setup

  1. Carefully unpack the printer and check for any damage.
  2. Remove the protective tape and packaging materials from the printer.
  3. Place the printer on a stable, flat surface.
  4. Connect the power cord to the printer and an electrical outlet.
  5. Turn on the printer by pressing the power button.
  6. Wait for the printer to initialize and the LCD screen to display instructions.

Ink Cartridge Installation

  1. Open the printer cover and the ink cartridge bays.
  2. Remove the protective cap from a new ink cartridge.
  3. Align the cartridge with the corresponding color bay and insert it firmly.
  4. Repeat steps 2-3 for the remaining ink cartridges.
  5. Close the ink cartridge bays and the printer cover.

Software Installation

  1. Insert the included CD-ROM or download the printer driver from Epson’s website.
  2. Run the installation wizard and follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. Select the appropriate printer model and connection type (USB or wireless).
  4. Once the installation is complete, click “Finish.”

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Printer not recognized by computer:

  • Check that the USB cable is securely connected to both the printer and computer.
  • Try using a different USB port or cable.
  • Reinstall the printer driver.

Poor print quality:

  • Ensure that genuine Epson ink cartridges are being used.
  • Clean the print head using the printer’s maintenance menu.
  • Check that the paper type and settings match the print job.

Jammed paper:

  • Open the paper tray and gently pull out the jammed paper.
  • Ensure that the paper is loaded correctly and is not wrinkled or torn.
  • Clean the paper feed rollers using a soft, dry cloth.

Printer offline:

  • Check that the printer is turned on and connected to the computer.
  • Check if the printer is paused or in error mode.
  • Restart the printer and computer.

Wireless connection issues:

  • Ensure that the printer and router are both powered on and within range.
  • Check that the printer is connected to the correct Wi-Fi network.
  • If necessary, reset the printer’s wireless settings and reconnect.

Other common issues:

  • Ink leaks: Clean the ink cartridges and the cartridge bays with a soft, damp cloth.
  • Horizontal lines in the printout: Replace the affected ink cartridge.
  • Slow printing: Check that the “Fast” printing mode is selected in the printer settings.
  • Unable to print from certain applications: Check that the printer is set as the default printer in the application settings.

Download Epson Stylus Color 980 Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the Epson Stylus Color 980. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

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