Epson EXPRESSION HOME XP-235 STARTUP GUIDE
Network Guide
NPD 5287-00 EN
Network Guide
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Trademarks
Trademarks
❏ EPSON® is a registered trademark, and EPSON EXCEED YOUR VISION or EXCEED YOUR VISION is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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soware
, Windows®, and Windows Vista® are registered trademarks of Microso Corporation.
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is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.
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Contents
Contents
Copyright
Trademarks
About this Manual
Marks and Symbols.........................6
Denitions of Terms Used in this Manual.........6
Artworks.................................7
Operating System References..................7
Introduction
Introduction of
Using the Printer from a Smart Device...........8
Using the printer from a Computer..............8
Connecting the Printer to an Access Point.........8
Manual...................8
is
Connecting the Printer to a Smart
Device
Wi-Fi................................... 9
Connection Settings Between the Printer and a
Smart Device..............................9
Connecting through an Access Point...........9
Preparing an Application and Wi-Fi
Connection from a Smart Device............10
Checking the Connection Between the Printer
and the Smart Device.......................11
Additional Connections for a Smart Device. . . . . . . 13
Connecting the Printer and a
Computer
Connection Types Between the Printer and a
Computer...............................14
Wi-Fi.................................14
Ad Hoc Mode.......................... 14
USB Connection........................15
Connection Settings Between the Printer and a
Computer...............................15
Connecting to Wi-Fi......................15
Connecting the Printer and a Computer
Directly...............................19
Setting up a USB Connection...............19
Changing a Connection Method Between the
Printer and a Computer.....................22
Replacing or Adding New Access Points.......22
Changing the Printer Connection to Wi-Fi..... 22
Adding a USB Connection to the Printer.......25
Adding Computers.........................27
Adding Computers Using the Soware Disc
(for Windows Only)......................27
Adding Computers from the Website -
Windows..............................29
Adding Computers from the Website - Mac
OS X.................................31
Adding Computers Manually - Windows.......31
Adding Computers Manually - Mac OS X. . . . . . 32
Making Wi-Fi Network Settings from
the Printer's Control Panel
Setting Up Automatically by Pressing a Button
(WPS)..................................33
PIN Code Setup (WPS).....................34
Checking the Printer's Network
Connection Status
Network Lamp............................36
Printing a Network Status Sheet...............36
Advanced Network Settings
Setting Up from Web Cong..................37
Disconnecting or Initializing the
Network
Initializing the Network Settings from the
Printer's Control Panel......................38
Disabling Wi-Fi from Web
..............38
Cong
Solving Problems
Cannot Connect by Wi-Fi....................39
A: Cannot Connect to the Internet from a
Smart Device...........................39
B: Cannot Print with Wi-Fi from a Smart
Device................................40
C: Cannot Connect to the Internet from a
Computer.............................40
D: Cannot Print or scan by Wi-Fi from a
Computer.............................43
E: Cannot Update the Firmware.............44
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F: e Internet Disconnects when no
Changes were made to the Network
Environment...........................44
Checking the Connection Using a Ping Command. .45
Checking the Connection Using a Ping
Command - Windows.................... 45
Checking the Connection Using a Ping
Command - Mac OS X....................46
Appendix
Basic Network Information Used by the Printer. . . . 48
Type of Network Used by the Printer..........48
Summary of Networks with a Relay Point. . . . . . 48
Networks Without a Relay Point (Wi-Fi
Direct/Ad Hoc).........................52
Public Line Networks.....................53
Network Functions and IPv4/IPv6 Tables........ 53
Client Operating Systems that Support the
TCP/IP Protocol........................ 53
Network Functions and IPv4/IPv6 Tables...... 54
Combinations that can be Connected at the
Same Time...............................54
Ports and Protocols........................54
Setting Up Standard TCP/IP Ports – Windows. . . 55
Setting Up a WSD Port – Windows...........58
Checking the Print Port...................59
Connecting a Scanner to the Network...........61
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About this Manual
About this Manual
Marks and Symbols
Caution:
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Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Important:
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Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Instructions containing useful tips and restrictions on printer operation.
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Denitions of Terms Used in this Manual
e following terms are used in this manual.
❏ Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) is a network that wirelessly communicates data.
"Infrastructure mode" that communicates data through a relay point (for example, an access point) when
connecting printers and computers.
❏ Ethernet (Wired LAN)
An Ethernet is a network that communicates data using an Ethernet cable. is is also known as a "Wired LAN",
but in this manual we will use "Ethernet".
❏ Access Point
is relays communication between Wi-Fi devices. We also use the term “access point” for a wireless router that
has a relay function. Many wireless routers have a LAN port to allow wired LAN connections. ese can also be
used as a hub for wired LAN connections.
❏ Smart Device
is term is a generic term for Android devices and iOS devices that are capable of communicating with a
printer.
term includes smart phones and tablets.
is
term is the same as the term
is
❏ Password
is is an encryption key used in the security for the access point. A password may also be called a “WEP key”, a
“WPA passphrase”, a “Pre-Shared Key”, and so on according to the access point or security system being used.
We use “Password” in this manual.
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About this Manual
Artworks
❏ Details of screen shots and illustrations may vary by model, but the instructions are the same.
❏ Screen shots are from Windows 7 and Mac OS X v 10.10.x. Details may vary between OS versions.
❏ Some of the menu items in the screen shots may vary by model.
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", and "Windows XP" refer
to the following operating systems. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all versions.
❏ Microso
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Microso
Mac OS X
In this manual, "Mac OS X v10.10.x" refers to OS X Yosemite, "Mac OS X v10.9.x" refers to OS X Mavericks, and
"Mac OS X v10.8.x" refers to OS X Mountain Lion. Additionally, "Mac OS X" is used to refer to "Mac OS X
v10.10.x", "Mac OS X v10.9.x", "Mac OS X v10.8.x", "Mac OS X v10.7.x", and "Mac OS X v10.6.8".
Wi n dow s® 8.1 operating system
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Wi n dow s® 8 operating system
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Wi n dow s® 7 operating system
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Wi n dow s Vi s ta® operating system
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Wi n dow s® XP operating system
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Wi n dow s® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
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Introduction
Introduction
Introduction of This Manual
is manual introduces the procedures for connecting smart devices and computers to the printer, building a
network connection, and making network settings for the printer. To use the printer with Wi-Fi, you need a relay
point such as an access point or a router. If you have a relay point, we recommend that you use it to connect the
printer by Wi-Fi. If you do not have a relay point, you can also connect the printer directly to your smart device by
Wi - F i .
is manual explains the procedures for making network settings on computers and smart devices. Follow the
procedure that best suits your network setup.
Before you start reading this manual, you have to nish the initial setup for the printer. See the manual supplied
with the printer for details. Also, if you want to make the printer's network settings from a computer, connect a
computer and relay point (access point), and connect the computer to the network beforehand.
Using the Printer from a Smart Device
e [Connecting the Printer to a Smart Devices] section explains how to connect the printer to a smart device. If
you want to connect a computer and a smart device to the printer at the same time, we recommend connecting the
printer to the computer rst. is allows you to connect the smart device to the printer simply by selecting the
same network (SSID) as the printer.
Related Information
& “Connecting the Printer to a Smart Device” on page 9
Using the printer from a Computer
[Connecting the Printer and a Computer] section explains how to make printer connection settings from a
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computer. You can set up by using the
Related Information
& “Connecting the Printer and a Computer” on page 14
soware
disc, set up from the website, or set up manually.
Connecting the Printer to an Access Point
Explains how to connect the printer to an access point. Make settings from the printer's control panel.
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Network Settings from the Printer's Control Panel” on page 33
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Connecting the Printer to a Smart Device
Connecting the Printer to a Smart Device
Wi-Fi
Connect the printer and the smart device to the access point. is is the typical connection method for home or
oce networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point.
Related Information
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“Connecting by Wi-Fi” on page 9
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“Basic Network Information Used by the Printer” on page 48
Connection Settings Between the Printer and a Smart Device
Connecting through an Access Point
Connecting by Wi-Fi
Connect the printer to the access point by Wi-Fi, and select the same network (SSID) as the smart device. Make the
following settings.
Making Wi-Fi Settings on the Printer
Use one of the following methods to set up the Wi-Fi and connect to the access point.
❏ From the printer's control panel
Make Wi-Fi settings from the printer's control panel.
❏ From the computer
Make Wi-Fi settings for the printer automatically from the computer if your computer is connected to the
network by Wi-Fi.
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Connecting the Printer to a Smart Device
Note:
Connect a smart device to the same network as the printer when you want to connect the smart device to a printer that has
already been connected to the network.
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Network Settings from the Printer's Control Panel” on page 33
Preparing an Application and Wi-Fi Connection from a Smart Device
Install Epson iPrint on your smart device, and then connect it to the same network (SSID) as the printer. Epson
iPrint is a free application for smart devices.
device.
Related Information
& “Preparing an Application and Wi-Fi Connection from a Smart Device” on page 10
allows you to print photos and other content from the smart
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Checking the Connection Using Epson iPrint
Check the connection between the printer and the smart device using Epson iPrint.
Related Information
& “Checking the Connection Between the Printer and the Smart Device” on page 11
Preparing an Application and Wi-Fi Connection from a Smart Device
Connect a smart device to a printer that is already connected to the network by Wi-Fi.
1. Install Epson iPrint on your smart device.
Install Epson iPrint on your smart device from the following URL or QR code.
http://ipr.to
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2. Select Wi-Fi from the settings screen on your smart device, and then enable Wi-Fi.
See the documentation provided with your smart device for the operating instructions.
3. Select the same SSID as the printer, and then enter the password.
You can check the SSID that the printer has already connected to by printing a network status sheet. For the
SSID and password, contact the person who set up the access point, or see the documentation provided with
the access point.
4. Aer establishing a connection, return to the home screen on the smart device.
Check the connection between the printer and the smart device using Epson iPrint.
Related Information
& “Checking the Connection Between the Printer and the Smart Device” on page 11
Checking the Connection Between the Printer and the Smart Device
Make printer settings from a printing application and check the connection. Epson iPrint is used here as an
example.
1. Run Epson iPrint.
If Epson iPrint is not installed, install it on your smart device from the following URL or QR code.
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http://ipr.to
2. Tap Printer is not selected. at the top of the screen, or tap the printer name.
3.
Ta p Printer.
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Connecting the Printer to a Smart Device
4. Select the printer name you want to connect to.
If the connection is successful, the remaining ink/toner levels are displayed.
Additional Connections for a Smart Device
Connect the smart device and the printer to the same Wi-Fi network. See the documentation provided with your
smart device for instructions on making network settings.
You can check the connection between the printer and the smart device using Epson iPrint.
Related Information
& “Preparing an Application and Wi-Fi Connection from a Smart Device” on page 10
& “Checking the Connection Between the Printer and the Smart Device” on page 11
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Connecting the Printer and a Computer
Connecting the Printer and a Computer
Connection Types Between the Printer and a Computer
Use one of the following connection methods to connect the printer to a computer.
Wi-Fi
is connection method is recommended for home or oce networks where computers and smart devices are
connected by Wi-Fi through an access point.
Related Information
& “Connecting to Wi-Fi” on page 15
Ad Hoc Mode
You can connect the printer directly to a computer without using an access point. To use this mode, your
computer's wireless adapter needs to support Ad Hoc mode. See the documentation provided with the computer
for details.
Related Information
& “Connecting in Ad Hoc Mode (for Windows Only)” on page 19
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Connecting the Printer and a Computer
USB Connection
Connect the printer to a computer with a USB cable.
Related Information
& “Setting up a USB Connection” on page 19
Connection Settings Between the Printer and a Computer
Make sure you nish setting up the printer before connecting to a computer. (Connecting the power cable,
installing ink cartridges, and loading paper.)
Connecting to Wi-Fi
You can set up Wi-Fi on your printer from a computer using one of the following methods.
Related Information
& “Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection from the Soware Disc (for Windows Only)” on page 15
& “Setting Up Wi-Fi from the Website” on page 16
& “Connecting to Wi-Fi Manually” on page 19
Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection from the Software Disc (for Windows Only)
is method is recommended for Windows users to automatically set up a connection.
1.
Insert the soware disc supplied with the printer into the computer.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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3. Select Wi - Fi C on ne ct i o n on the Connecting your Printer screen.
4. Select Printer and Computer on the Select Which to Set Up screen.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Setting Up Wi-Fi from the Website
is method is for Mac OS X users or if you cannot use the soware disc.
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Connecting the Printer and a Computer
1. Access the following website, and then enter the product's model number.
http://epson.sn
2. Go to Setup, and then download the soware.
3. Run the soware, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Select Wi-Fi on the following screen.
❏ Wi n d o w s
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❏ Mac OS X
Connecting the Printer and a Computer
Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Select Printer and Computer on the Select Which to Set Up screen. (for Windows only)
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Connecting the Printer and a Computer
Connecting to Wi-Fi Manually
is method allows you to install essential soware by making network settings on the printer's control panel. Set
up the following.
Connecting the Printer to Wi-Fi
You can set up Wi-Fi from the printer's control panel using one of the following methods.
❏ Push Button (WPS)
❏ PIN Code (WPS)
Set up Printer Driver
Install the printer driver from the following website.
http://epson.sn - Additional
Install EPSON Scan from the following website
❏ Install EPSON Scan from the following website.
http://epson.sn - Additional Soware
❏ Make connection settings from EPSON Scan Settings.
Soware
Connecting the Printer and a Computer Directly
Connecting in Ad Hoc Mode (for Windows Only)
You can connect the printer directly to a computer using Ad Hoc mode.
Important:
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❏ e computer's Wi-Fi adapter needs to support Ad Hoc mode.
❏ Windows 8 and later operating systems do not support Ad Hoc mode.
Note:
❏ If the computer is connected to an access point, we recommend connecting the printer using Wi-Fi.
❏ We recommend setting the printer to automatically obtain the IP address. is allows the computer to assign a valid IP
address to the printer so that you do not have to obtain an IP address manually.
❏ Ad Hoc mode does not provide strong security. e printer is only capable of WEP security.
1. Follow the steps on the computer to set up an Ad Hoc network from your computer.
2. Insert the soware disc supplied with the printer into the computer.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Setting up a USB Connection
You can connect the printer to a computer using one of the following methods.
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