Solving Problems
Problems Indicated by Status Light
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Make sure the product is connected to your computer properly.
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Turn off the product and turn it on again. If the problem is not solved, the product may be malfunctioning, or
the light source in the scanner unit may need to be replaced. Contact your dealer.
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Make sure the transportation lock has been released.
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If you start the product in recovery mode, you need to update the firmware again.
1. Connect the computer and the scanner with a USB cable. You cannot perform an update in recovery mode
over a network connection.
2. Download the latest firmware version from the Epson home page, and then start the update.
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Contact your dealer if you cannot clear the error.
Related Information
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Problems When Starting a Scan
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Make sure the scanning software is fully installed.
See the paper manual for instructions on installing the scanning software.
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Check the status light and make sure the product is ready to scan.
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Make sure your cables are securely connected to the product and a working electrical outlet.
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Check that the electrical outlet is working. Plug another device into the electrical outlet and check that you can
turn the power on.
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Turn off the product and computer, and then check the interface cable connection between them to make sure it
is secure.
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Make sure you select the correct product if a scanner list appears when starting to scan.
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Connect the product directly to the computer’s external USB port or through one USB hub only. The product
may not work properly when connected to the computer through more than one USB hub. If the problem
persists, try connecting the product directly to the computer.
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If more than one product is connected to your computer it may not work. Connect only the product you want
to use, and then try scanning again.
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If the scanning software does not work properly, uninstall the software first and then reinstall it as described in
the paper manual.
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If the Network Interface Panel is installed, you cannot scan from a computer connected by a USB cable.
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If the light source has reached the end of its service life, it must be replaced by a professional. For details, contact
your dealer.
User's Guide
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