To set up the Epson ET-3850 printer, follow these key steps:
1. **Unpack and Prepare the Printer:** Remove all protective packaging, blue tape, and any foam pads from the scanner bed and other parts. Then close the scanner bed gently to engage the soft-close mechanism[1][4].
2. **Power On the Printer:** Connect the included power cable to the printer and to a power outlet, then turn on the device using the power button[1].
3. **Install Ink Tanks:** If your model uses EcoTank ink tanks, fill them with the provided ink bottles as instructed in the manual or setup guide to ensure proper ink flow.
4. **Set Up Using the Control Panel:** Use the printer’s display panel and buttons to select your language, region, date, and time. You may be prompted to perform maintenance tasks like printhead alignment[1][4].
5. **Connect to Wi-Fi:** To enable wireless printing, use the printer’s control panel to locate and connect to your Wi-Fi network. Alternatively, download the Epson Smart Panel app on your mobile device and follow its instructions for wireless setup[2].
6. **Install Printer Software on Your Computer:** Download the latest software and drivers for the Epson ET-3850 from Epson’s official support website. For macOS, the combo package includes the scanner driver and Epson Scan 2 Utility compatible with many macOS versions back to 10.7.x[3]. For Windows or if your computer does not have a CD drive, use the downloaded installer to install all necessary drivers and utilities, which will guide you through completing the setup and connecting the printer to your network[2].
7. **Test Print:** After installation, print a test page directly from the printer or your computer to confirm successful setup[4].
Additional notes:
– On Linux, such as openSUSE, setup may require specific RPM drivers and might not provide full access to all printer features[5].
– Refer to the printer manual or Epson support if you encounter any issues during setup.
For visual guidance, Epson has official setup videos demonstrating unpacking, hardware setup, control panel navigation, and wireless connection for the ET-3850 model[1][2][4]. These videos provide step-by-step instructions that can be helpful, especially for first-time users.