Installing Firmware and NVRAM on a New Printer Motherboard

Question:

I accidentally damaged my printer and now need to replace the motherboard. I plan to buy one online, but I’ll need to install the firmware and NVRAM. How can I do this? Are there pre-installed options available?

Answer:

Replacing and Installing a New Motherboard

Setting up your new printer motherboard is going to differ greatly based on where you buy it from:

Third-Party Mainboard (Not Epson)

• If you purchased the motherboard from an online marketplace or third-party vendor (not directly from Epson), the firmware is usually already installed. In this case:
• Put the motherboard into your printer.
• You may then upgrade the firmware in the printer when the printer boots up. Firmware updates are usually found in your printer’s settings or from Epson’s official website.

Epson or Authorized Distributors Mainboard

• Sometimes Epson’s distributors sell motherboards, without firmware installed, known as “blank boards.”
• Contact Before Purchase: They typically alert people that they want to buy and might ask for your credentials, like your permission to provide service or professional credentials, to make sure that you are a reliable service.
• What If Credentials Don’t Match: In case of invalid/credentials not meeting Epson’s spec, an advanced software will need to be run to put in the firmware.

Using Adjustment Software

Adjustment Software In theory, something that uses to install itself on a blank_board. Sadly, this software is model specific and practically impossible to get for printers such as, the Epson ET-8550. Even if you find a supplier of the software, be very careful if you use it, as it may be untrusted and be a security risk to your printer or your system.

Some third-party sellers sell motherboards with firmware and NVRAM already installed. Before you buy, check with the seller that the board is fully set up and ready to plug and play. This can help you save significant time and work.

General Installation Tips

NVRAM: Make sure to properly align the NVRAM and securely pin it on the new motherboard. Errors can occur due to improper installation.

Check After Installed: Then power on the printer, and place a couple of things to print, such as a test page, check if all the things are in place.

Printer problems are hands-on trouble to deal with, so it can be a tortuous affair. Well, we cannot assist you with remote troubleshooting, suggestions, or printer repair support. Our local repair center https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service provides in-house diagnosis & repairs services, and due to demand, we work on a first-come, first-service base.

All our services are drafted in a way that either your entire printer can be repaired or if parts on your printer are damaged, they are replaced from the following instructions. But we recognize that our rates are not the cheapest ones. Hence, We strongly encourage you to explore self-help through internet research. You can do that by going to YouTube, or by going to the homepage of our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies) and find specific videos by clicking the search icon next to "About" on the right side of the menu bar.

Thanks once more for your inquiry! We hope that this aids you in replacing and setting up your new printer motherboard. If you have other questions, do not hesitate to contact us. Happy printing!