Epson Stylus Photo 950 – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Epson Stylus Photo 950 Setup Guide

Step 1: Unpacking and Setup

  1. Unbox the printer and remove all packaging materials.
  2. Open the scanner unit and remove the orange protective cover.
  3. Insert the ink cartridges into the designated slots.
  4. Load plain paper into the rear paper tray.
  5. Connect the power cord and turn on the printer.

Step 2: Driver Installation

  1. Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer.
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer driver.
  3. Select “Epson Stylus Photo 950” as the printer model.
  4. Complete the installation process and restart your computer.

Step 3: Printer Configuration

  1. Open the “Control Panel” on your computer.
  2. Select “Devices and Printers” or “Printers & Scanners.”
  3. Right-click on “Epson Stylus Photo 950” and select “Printer Properties.”
  4. Configure the printer settings, such as paper size, orientation, and print quality.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Issue: Printer not recognized by the computer.

  • Solution: Ensure the printer is connected to the computer via a USB cable or wireless network.
  • Solution: Uninstall and reinstall the printer driver.

Issue: Printing is faded or has streaks.

  • Solution: Replace the empty or low ink cartridges.
  • Solution: Clean the print head using the printer’s maintenance utility.

Issue: Paper jams occur frequently.

  • Solution: Ensure the paper is loaded correctly and is not folded or wrinkled.
  • Solution: Clean the paper path inside the printer.

Issue: Printer is slow or prints slowly.

  • Solution: Set the print quality to “Draft” or “Normal” for faster printing.
  • Solution: Restart the printer and clear any error messages.

Issue: Scanner not working properly.

  • Solution: Ensure the scanner lamp is working and the scanner is clean.
  • Solution: Reinstall the printer driver and scanner software.

Advanced Setup Options

Wi-Fi Setup:

  1. Press the “Wi-Fi” button on the printer.
  2. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list and enter the password.
  3. The printer will connect to the network and display a Wi-Fi icon on the control panel.

Direct Wi-Fi Printing:

  1. Press and hold the “Wi-Fi” button on the printer for 5 seconds.
  2. The printer will create a temporary wireless network that you can connect to from your device.
  3. Open the device’s network settings and select the “Epson Stylus Photo 950” network.
  4. Enter the password printed on the printer’s control panel.

Mobile Printing:

  • Download the Epson Print & Scan app on your smartphone or tablet.
  • Connect your mobile device to the same Wi-Fi network as the printer.
  • Open the app and tap on the “Print” icon.
  • Select “Epson Stylus Photo 950” as the printer and choose the desired print settings.

Download Epson Stylus Photo 950 Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the Epson Stylus Photo 950. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

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