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I need to connect my Epson printer (usb) with my new iMac. what cord do I need? I have a new router for wifi that isn't accepting the wireless connection and I have spent a full day with the router folks and the epson web support. None of the suggestions work and I'm ready to plug it into my computer with a cord.
iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15
Your iMac has 4 USB-C type ports, 2 of them are Thunderbolt rated (the ones with the lightning bolt). You can use any of the 4 ports for your printer.
You can use a USB-B (Printer) to USB-C cable or a USB-A to USB-C adapter with your current cable. Either way should work.
See the following links:
link ➡️ Cable Matters USB C Printer Cable 3.3 ft (USB C to USB B Cable, USB B to USB C Cable) - Amazon.com
Your iMac has 4 USB-C type ports, 2 of them are Thunderbolt rated (the ones with the lightning bolt). You can use any of the 4 ports for your printer.
You can use a USB-B (Printer) to USB-C cable or a USB-A to USB-C adapter with your current cable. Either way should work.
See the following links:
link ➡️ Cable Matters USB C Printer Cable 3.3 ft (USB C to USB B Cable, USB B to USB C Cable) - Amazon.com
Sorry to hear that your Epson printer will not connect to your new Router.
To go with USB, you will need to use a USB-C to USB adapter.
For the Apple branded adapter, see > USB-C to USB Adapter - Apple
For an aftermarket USB-C to USB adapter that I know works with the latest Mac's,
see > https://www.target.com/p/philips-usb-c-to-3-0-usb-a-female-adapter/-/A-79804275
You need a USB cable that can plug into your Printer and Mac.
Without knowing the model / year of iMac and the model of Epson Printer you have its hard to say, as it will depend on what ports each of them has.
Give us a bit more info on the devices involved and we can probably tell you what cable you need.
You use any USB printer cable. For example:
Depending on the model year of your iMac you may need a USB C to USB B adapter.
iMac 24" 2021 Ventura 13.0.1 Chip: Apple M1
Epson ET-2550
The iMac has 4 of the small ports, two of them have the lightening bolt.
The Printer has a usb cable that does not work with the iMac without an adapter, which I do not have.
It may be the adapter that I need. The printer has worked fine with my wifi until the last two days. It is no longer detectable by the computer. I have spent over a day with the support team for my router, and an hour+ on the Epson support site. I've met my limit and keep getting redirected. So, I don't mind the hard wire, I just don't know what to get... thanks so much for your help.
Ah! Thanks so much. I will get the 2pack adapters as I have other external drives that will work as well. I appreciate this forum and the time you all put in, to help those of us who need it. (No judgement there, I just don't have the chops you all do.)
Which cord should I use to power my usb Epson printer with my iMac?
