Before you know how to update printer firmware, let’s know what printer firmware is. Printer Firmware is the main file that helps run the printer. While the printer driver is installed on the computer, the printer firmware gets updated into the printer. It is very necessary to update the firmware as it improves its speed and performance. You can update the firmware directly on the printer if your printer supports the function or you can download firmware for your printer on the computer and then install it. In this blog, you will learn both methods.
Method 1- Printer firmware installation through the computer
Step 1– Go to your manufacturer’s website. For example, if you have an Epson printer, visit the official website of Epson https://epson.com/usa
Step 2– Click on the support section and select printers from the list of devices. Firmware for printers for all the printers is available to download on their respective websites.
Step 3– Select the operating system you are currently using. If you are running Windows 10 on your computer, select it and then click on GO or Search, whichever the option is.
Step 4– Click on “Firmware” to expand the menu.
Step 5– Click on the “Download” button to download the printer firmware. Once the firmware has been downloaded, run the setup and follow the firmware update instructions after connecting the printer to the computer to update the firmware.
Method 2- Update Printer Firmware directly on the Printer
If you are facing a firmware update problem while updating the firmware through the computer, you can directly update the firmware on the printer. Follow the steps below to do the same.
Step 1– Go to the printer settings.
Step 2– Use the arrow keys to navigate to the printer firmware update settings. On different printers, this setting is found in different sections of the settings.
Step 3– Click on “OK” to proceed to printer firmware update.
Step 4– The printer will ask for your confirmation to check for the updated firmware for the printer. Press the “OK” button to confirm.
Step 5– If there is a new firmware for printer available, it will show up on the printer screen. Press the “OK” key on your printer to download the file.
Step 6– Press “Yes” on the next screen to update the printer firmware.
Both the methods outlined in the blog to update printer firmware are very easy to execute. When you are downloading the updates directly on the printer, make sure that the printer is receiving a good signal strength. When you are using the first method and you are on the installation process, check if the wires that are connecting the printer to the computer are in good condition as sudden interruption of the installation process might damage your printer. To make sure none of this happens to you, you should complete the process under the guidance of a printer expert. Message Printer Touch now and in a couple of minutes, a printer expert will be there to guide you. Call now!