How do I Connect Epson Scanner to Windows 10?

You can easily connect your Epson scanner to a Windows 10 computer using the built-in drivers or the driver downloaded from the official Epson site. Depending on your scanner, choose a preferred connection mode. For a Direct USB connection, you have to connect the scanner and computer using a USB cable. In case of a wireless network connection, connect your Windows 10 computer and scanner to the same wireless network. For a wired network connection, connect the router, computer, and scanner using Ethernet cables. Consider the steps that are given below to connect Epson scanner to Windows 10 computer.

  1. First, turn on the Epson scanner and proceed to connect it to your Windows 10 computer by any modes of connection.

  2. If you are connecting the scanner and printer directly using a USB cable, connect the cable when prompted while installing the software.

  3. You can install the printer software from the installation disc or download the driver from the official Epson website.

  4. To begin the installation, double-click the printer driver installer.

  5. Choose the connection method when prompted.

  6. Continue with the on-screen instructions to install the software.

  7. You also add the Epson scanner to your computer from the Control Panel.

  8. Press the Start menu and type Devices.

  1. Select the Printers & Scanners option and open it.

  2. Now, click on the Add a printer or scanner link.

  3. If your printer appears in the window, select it and click Add device. 

  4. In case you can’t find the scanner, select the option ‘The printer that I want isn’t listed’ and click Add a Local Printer.

  5. Once you have added the scanner or printer, set it as the default one.

  6. Click on the Close button followed by Finish.

  7. Once you connect Epson scanner to Windows 10, you will be able to scan from your computer.