Epson Printer Offline Windows 10 Simple Steps

Epson Printer Offline Windows 10 Simple Steps

There seems to be a recurring issue with users of Windows 10 showing Epson printer Offline even after they install all required drivers for their Epson printer Offline Support. If you are one of those experiencing this problem, then you can start troubleshooting this error by first checking the hardware device.


Steps 1 – Disable the security software
Look for an antivirus icon in the Windows notification area
Right-click on the icon and check for options such as Stop, Disable or something similar
If you don’t find any such option, open the antivirus program and look for the option to disable or stop the security software

Step 2 – Make the Epson printer your default printer
Click Start
Click Control Panel
Click Devices and Printers
right-click Epson printer in the list
Click Set as default printer

Step 3 – Install Windows Update KB3147458
Microsoft has released an update to resolve printer problems faced by users. This particular update prevents many wireless printers from going offline. Check your computer to see if it has the KB3147458 update installed by following steps set out below:


Checking your Epson Printer hardware
  1. Obvious as it may seem, first you need to ensure that the printer is on, most models will have some sort of light to notify you of this
  2. If you are using a wired printer, ensure the printer cable is properly connected to the computer. You should check the connections at both ends to ensure they are firmly seated and check the cable itself for any obvious damage
  3. If you are using a wireless printer, ensure it is connected to the network. You can check the wireless connection of your Epson printer by running the printer’s wireless connectivity test. Follow the steps below to get the printer status/connection report
  4. Enter Setup Mode
  5. Select Network Settings
  6. Select Confirm Network Settings
  7. Confirm the connection status
  8. Take a note of the IP address of the printer (which means it is connected)
  9. If you want to print the status report, press Start. Your Epson printer Offline windows 10 will now print the Printer status page

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