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Talon38
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Apr 21, 2022
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ORBI 960 and Epson 16650

I purchased a new ORBI 960 system.  I also had an Epson WorkForce Pro, but after a few weeks, I began having problems with the printer.  I assumed (you know what assume means) that it was the printer...
  • Talon38's avatar
    Talon38
    Apr 28, 2022

    This is my final comment on this subject as the printer and Orbis are now working together very well.  I tried using an Apple Airport, suggested on another site, but could not find the software for a Mac (still available for iPhone and iPad).  I then did a wired connection from the printer to the Orbi and "voila" my computer found the drivers and completed the setup.  All is now working for the past couple of weeks.  

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Apr 21, 2022

Have you contacted Epson for there help and information regarding there product? 

If the printer has a ethernet connection port, has this been given a try? 

 

What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite 📡

 

 

 

 

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Talon38
Tutor
Apr 21, 2022

House approximately 6500 sq ft.  I have five 960s including the main router connected to a new CM2000.  The internet works fine for everything but the printer.  I haven't addressed Epson yet because I've spent much time with the assumption that it's the Orbi since the first printer works fine elsewhere and worked great before the Orbi (Apple network).  Ideas?  

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 21, 2022

    So you have 4 RBS and the RBR right? 

    Seems a bit much for that size of home. I have my RBK953 series with only 2 and get plenty of coverage for my 5000sq ft home and 3 levels. 

    Wondering if your printer is having a bad time dealing with all the different signals coming from all 5 sources. 

    What happens if you turn OFF all but 2 RBS? Might even try to see if the printer will connect with not RBS's online. 

     

    What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.

     

     

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      Talon38
      Tutor
      Apr 21, 2022

      Yes, we have 5 Orbis.  Perhaps we should sell a couple of them.  Does anyone want a 960 cheap?

      Kidding.  We actually have an L-shaped house and three did not work, so we added two more.  I don't normally include the 2500 ft or so of a garage, but it is covered by wifi as well.  I restore old cars for fun.  

       

      Anyway, the system seems to be working with the addition of a cat 6 cable, so I'll go with that.  I'll do a f/u in a couple of weeks.

       

      Thanks for the help!!