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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...
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.
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 📡
This Epson appears to have USB, Ethernet, and 802.11ac WiFi.
Would be useful to know how this printer is connected to the Orbi system.
I am puzzled by the remark, "worked for a week or so, but I've now redone the software and connections." This was because the printer stopped working? (or.... for some other reason?)
As a really old computer guy, I have a strong preference for printers to have a stable IP address, which I achieve by using the LAN Setup table on the Orbi web interface to assign an IP to the printer.
Sorry, I wasn't clear. The printer worked for a week and then stopped working. If it hadn't stopped, I wouldn't need help 😊, I'd be printing instead. It was connected with wifi with excellent connection according to the printer screen until about ten minutes ago. I'm working on a LAN connection. It appears that the Orbi system and certain printers won't work together.
OK, so I ran Cat 6 from the router to the printer. My computer instantly recognized the printer and can print. Epson's wireless top-of-the-line printer needs a wire to work. Who knew?!!! Maybe an Epson wireful printer? Just sayin'...