How to Restore Printer Preferences for Epson ET-2550 on Windows 10

When setting up an Epson ET-2550 printer on a new Windows 10 computer, users may encounter issues with the printer preferences. Specifically, the options to select color or black and white printing may not be available, defaulting to color printing only. This guide provides a comprehensive solution to resolve this issue and restore full printer properties.

Problem Overview

Users transitioning from Windows 7 to Windows 10 with an Epson ET-2550 printer may notice significant differences in the printer preferences interface. The absence of options to select color or black and white printing can be particularly frustrating. This issue persists even after setting the Epson printer as the default and updating Windows 10.

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Access the Printer Manual

Firstly, download and review the Epson ET-2550 printer manual. This manual provides detailed instructions on printer settings and configurations. You can find the manual here.

Step 2: Navigate to Printer Preferences

Follow these steps to access the printer preferences:

1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Navigate to Devices & Printers.
3. Right-click on the Epson ET-2550 printer icon.
4. Select Printer Preferences.

In the Printer Preferences window, you should find the options for selecting color or black and white printing under the Main tab. However, if these options are not available, proceed to the next step.

Step 3: Update Printer Drivers

The absence of certain preferences may be due to outdated or incompatible printer drivers. To resolve this, download and install the latest printer drivers compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit) from the Epson website.

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Conclusion

Updating printer drivers is a crucial step in resolving issues related to printer preferences on Windows 10. By following the steps outlined in this guide, users can restore the full range of printer properties for their Epson ET-2550 printer.

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