Important Setup Information
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... connecting to : www.epson.com/support/wireless Direct Connection (USB) 1. Install your software using a USB cable (not included). For a variety of network setup information, go to a network, use the Ethernet cable that came with your product on the Start Here sheet. If you are NOT installing your product. IMPORTANT: Connect the cable for wireless or wired networks. DO NOT follow the software installation steps under "USB connection." 3. You can purchase a USB cable at most electronics stores. 2. Ethernet network cable (included) USB cable...
... connecting to : www.epson.com/support/wireless Direct Connection (USB) 1. Install your software using a USB cable (not included). For a variety of network setup information, go to a network, use the Ethernet cable that came with your product on the Start Here sheet. If you are NOT installing your product. IMPORTANT: Connect the cable for wireless or wired networks. DO NOT follow the software installation steps under "USB connection." 3. You can purchase a USB cable at most electronics stores. 2. Ethernet network cable (included) USB cable...
Network Installation Guide
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... Here sheet. Then follow the instructions in this guide to use on a network. Tip: For a video tutorial and other information on how to connect the printer to your wireless network, go to: epson.com/support/wireless Do one of the following: ■ If you're installing the printer for the first time, see below. ■ If you installed ink cartridges and loaded paper as described on page 23. To connect your printer, see page...
... Here sheet. Then follow the instructions in this guide to use on a network. Tip: For a video tutorial and other information on how to connect the printer to your wireless network, go to: epson.com/support/wireless Do one of the following: ■ If you're installing the printer for the first time, see below. ■ If you installed ink cartridges and loaded paper as described on page 23. To connect your printer, see page...
Network Installation Guide
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... The printer supports the following wireless security modes: WEP 64, WEP 128, and WPA-PSK. Connect an Ethernet network cable to the LAN (10/100) port on your computer and check its setup screens. See your passphrase contains upper- If your router's instruction manual for... to use, note which one . or lowercase letters, be prompted to configure the printer. Wireless Network Installation 3 Wireless Network Installation To connect your printer wirelessly, you a choice of your wireless network. If you don't have been entered when the router was first set up your network's router...
... The printer supports the following wireless security modes: WEP 64, WEP 128, and WPA-PSK. Connect an Ethernet network cable to the LAN (10/100) port on your computer and check its setup screens. See your passphrase contains upper- If your router's instruction manual for... to use, note which one . or lowercase letters, be prompted to configure the printer. Wireless Network Installation 3 Wireless Network Installation To connect your printer wirelessly, you a choice of your wireless network. If you don't have been entered when the router was first set up your network's router...
Network Installation Guide
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... the SSID. 30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have problems setting up or using in order to enter the SSID manually in the printer's setup software. Follow the instructions for your connection type (see page 34) and perform a first-time installation of security it is working correctly. ■ Make sure the printer is using your product on a network, check these sections for help: "Setup Problems" below "Printing Problems" on the wireless router or access point. Setup Problems Software installation failed Reset the printer's network settings (see page 2).
... the SSID. 30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have problems setting up or using in order to enter the SSID manually in the printer's setup software. Follow the instructions for your connection type (see page 34) and perform a first-time installation of security it is working correctly. ■ Make sure the printer is using your product on a network, check these sections for help: "Setup Problems" below "Printing Problems" on the wireless router or access point. Setup Problems Software installation failed Reset the printer's network settings (see page 2).
Network Installation Guide
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... (between 1 and 254). If your wireless network. or lowercase letters, be set , use the same subnet mask). Also, if a gateway value is connected to a value that doesn't conflict with the IP address range assigned by the DHCP server. Troubleshooting 31 WEP keys are written in the Add Printer window (Mac OS X) Make sure the printer driver was installed correctly and your printer. All IP addresses are either ASCII or hexadecimal.
... (between 1 and 254). If your wireless network. or lowercase letters, be set , use the same subnet mask). Also, if a gateway value is connected to a value that doesn't conflict with the IP address range assigned by the DHCP server. Troubleshooting 31 WEP keys are written in the Add Printer window (Mac OS X) Make sure the printer driver was installed correctly and your printer. All IP addresses are either ASCII or hexadecimal.
Network Installation Guide
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... wireless connections, print a network status sheet (see page 34). If your network does not assign IP addresses using TCP/IP, make sure the wireless router or access point is turned on and that the network settings are correct for your wireless network. ■ Reset the printer's network settings (see page 34) and perform a first-time installation of the printer software. (See page 3 for wireless or page 15 for your printout is on or flashing. If the Link Status does not say Connect, check your...
... wireless connections, print a network status sheet (see page 34). If your network does not assign IP addresses using TCP/IP, make sure the wireless router or access point is turned on and that the network settings are correct for your wireless network. ■ Reset the printer's network settings (see page 34) and perform a first-time installation of the printer software. (See page 3 for wireless or page 15 for your printout is on or flashing. If the Link Status does not say Connect, check your...
Product Brochure
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..., Magenta and Yellow ink cartridges; laser quality black text up to 38 ppm2 (black/color); Extra High-capacity Black also available • Share prints worry-free - Laser quality documents at about 2x the speed of leading competitive ink jet printers1 • Speed through critical documents - Built-in double-sided printing3 • Save energy - Uses up to 27 ppm2 • Share one product with useful software included - WorkForce™ 40 Color Printer | Wi-Fi...
..., Magenta and Yellow ink cartridges; laser quality black text up to 38 ppm2 (black/color); Extra High-capacity Black also available • Share prints worry-free - Laser quality documents at about 2x the speed of leading competitive ink jet printers1 • Speed through critical documents - Built-in double-sided printing3 • Save energy - Uses up to 27 ppm2 • Share one product with useful software included - WorkForce™ 40 Color Printer | Wi-Fi...
Product Brochure
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... bonus software, power cord, Ethernet cable (CAT-5), 4 DURABrite Ultra Ink cartridges (one 97 Extra High-capacity Black ink cartridge and three 69 standardcapacity color ink cartridges: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) 1 Black text printing about cartridges. and Canada WorkForce 40 color printer, instructional manual, CD-ROM with 802.11n) Wired Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) Windows Vista®, XP, XP Professional x64, 2000 Mac OS® X 10.3.9, 10.4.11 and 10.5.x Epson printer driver, Web to Page, ArcSoft® Print Creations Auto...
... bonus software, power cord, Ethernet cable (CAT-5), 4 DURABrite Ultra Ink cartridges (one 97 Extra High-capacity Black ink cartridge and three 69 standardcapacity color ink cartridges: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) 1 Black text printing about cartridges. and Canada WorkForce 40 color printer, instructional manual, CD-ROM with 802.11n) Wired Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) Windows Vista®, XP, XP Professional x64, 2000 Mac OS® X 10.3.9, 10.4.11 and 10.5.x Epson printer driver, Web to Page, ArcSoft® Print Creations Auto...
Quick Guide
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... on the bottom of the screen: Choose Print Settings Select your application before printing. Click Print. Printing With a Macintosh 11 For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Note: If the setting you may need from the pop-up menu 6. Tip: To reduce or remove red-eye effects in your paper type (see page 14) Select Color or Black/Grayscale output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) 7. Borderless...
... on the bottom of the screen: Choose Print Settings Select your application before printing. Click Print. Printing With a Macintosh 11 For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Note: If the setting you may need from the pop-up menu 6. Tip: To reduce or remove red-eye effects in your paper type (see page 14) Select Color or Black/Grayscale output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) 7. Borderless...
Quick Guide
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... to change additional settings. Note: For more information about printer settings, click the ? Printing With a Macintosh 13 You see page 14) Select Color or Black/Grayscale output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: In certain programs, you may need from the File menu. Select Print from the pop-up menu and select the following settings as necessary: Select your paper type (see a window like...
... to change additional settings. Note: For more information about printer settings, click the ? Printing With a Macintosh 13 You see page 14) Select Color or Black/Grayscale output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: In certain programs, you may need from the File menu. Select Print from the pop-up menu and select the following settings as necessary: Select your paper type (see a window like...
Quick Guide
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Cancel printing Pause or resume printing Select the print job Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 9) or Media Type (see page 11 or page 13) setting in your print job, click the printer icon in the dock (or click the Print Center icon and double-click WorkForce 40 on Cool Peel Transfer Paper Premium Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Envelope 14 Basic Printing For this paper Select this setting Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Plain Paper/Bright...
Cancel printing Pause or resume printing Select the print job Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 9) or Media Type (see page 11 or page 13) setting in your print job, click the printer icon in the dock (or click the Print Center icon and double-click WorkForce 40 on Cool Peel Transfer Paper Premium Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Envelope 14 Basic Printing For this paper Select this setting Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Plain Paper/Bright...
Quick Guide
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Use the following list when you use of ink remains in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of opening the package. Yields vary considerably based on . For best printing results, use up to room temperature for priming the printer. Note: We recommend that you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Standard-capacity 69 69 69 69 Part number High-capacity 68...
Use the following list when you use of ink remains in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of opening the package. Yields vary considerably based on . For best printing results, use up to room temperature for priming the printer. Note: We recommend that you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Standard-capacity 69 69 69 69 Part number High-capacity 68...
Quick Guide
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... free updates to your printer, check the lights on the control panel to diagnose the cause. Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for more detailed help. With Windows, you have a problem with your WorkForce 40 Series software. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON WorkForce 40 Series, and click Driver Update. Checking the Status Lights Network status lights Printing status lights 24 Solving Problems Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance...
... free updates to your printer, check the lights on the control panel to diagnose the cause. Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for more detailed help. With Windows, you have a problem with your WorkForce 40 Series software. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON WorkForce 40 Series, and click Driver Update. Checking the Status Lights Network status lights Printing status lights 24 Solving Problems Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance...
Quick Guide
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... off flashing fast flashing fast off , wait a few moments, and turn it up. Check the table below for explanations of their service life. Light status on . The printer cover is expended, incorrectly installed, or cannot be expended or is out or multiple pages have low ink. Paper is a problem with the printer. Then press the button to print. Contact Epson for help (see the Network Installation Guide or the on again. Close the printer cover. Check the cartridge status...
... off flashing fast flashing fast off , wait a few moments, and turn it up. Check the table below for explanations of their service life. Light status on . The printer cover is expended, incorrectly installed, or cannot be expended or is out or multiple pages have low ink. Paper is a problem with the printer. Then press the button to print. Contact Epson for help (see the Network Installation Guide or the on again. Close the printer cover. Check the cartridge status...
Quick Guide
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Printing Problems ■ Make sure the WorkForce 40 Series is selected as the default printer in it . ■ Do not load paper with the edge guide against the paper. Paper Feeding Problems ■ If paper doesn't feed, remove it against its left edge guide and slide it from the output tray or sheet feeder. 2. Make sure the paper is jammed, follow these steps: 1. If you're printing on the left side. Open the printer cover and remove the jammed paper, including any paper under the far...
Printing Problems ■ Make sure the WorkForce 40 Series is selected as the default printer in it . ■ Do not load paper with the edge guide against the paper. Paper Feeding Problems ■ If paper doesn't feed, remove it against its left edge guide and slide it from the output tray or sheet feeder. 2. Make sure the paper is jammed, follow these steps: 1. If you're printing on the left side. Open the printer cover and remove the jammed paper, including any paper under the far...
Quick Guide
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... you print the second side. If one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure the output tray is fully extended. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings in your printer software (see page 14). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 6) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 19). ■ If you are too faint, you may need to eliminate marks or smudging. Remove sheets from the output tray...
... you print the second side. If one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure the output tray is fully extended. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings in your printer software (see page 14). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 6) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 19). ■ If you are too faint, you may need to eliminate marks or smudging. Remove sheets from the output tray...
Quick Guide
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..., or dust. ■ Leave enough room around the printer. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your WorkForce 40 Series, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Avoid locations that comes with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the...
..., or dust. ■ Leave enough room around the printer. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your WorkForce 40 Series, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Avoid locations that comes with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the...
Quick Guide
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... handle used ink cartridges; If it gets in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in your hand inside the printer or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after removing an...
... handle used ink cartridges; If it gets in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in your hand inside the printer or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after removing an...
Quick Guide
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... cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of materials or services required for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be another model of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to the Epson...
... cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of materials or services required for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be another model of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to the Epson...
Start Here
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... download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your other programs, including any screen savers and virus protection software, and install the software again. Wait until charging finishes (the power light stops flashing) before you connect the cable, make sure the ink cartridges are prompted to the WorkForce 40 Series Epson Information Center, FAQs, online troubleshooting advice, and software downloads. Network Installation Guide Instructions on and the cable is turned on configuring the WorkForce 40 Series for solutions to print...
... download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your other programs, including any screen savers and virus protection software, and install the software again. Wait until charging finishes (the power light stops flashing) before you connect the cable, make sure the ink cartridges are prompted to the WorkForce 40 Series Epson Information Center, FAQs, online troubleshooting advice, and software downloads. Network Installation Guide Instructions on and the cable is turned on configuring the WorkForce 40 Series for solutions to print...