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Still having a problem with M3 Somona, connecting to Epson printer SC P900

I am still having problems in printing photos with my new Mac M3 Somona. I am using an Epson P900 printer. Error message is a communication problem. The forum solution of buying a new printer is not an option as this printer was originally very expensive. I have no problem connecting with my old Mac to the printer. I am sure Apple / Epson can come up with a workaround solution. This was previously discussed in May 2024.

iMac 24″, macOS 14.5

Posted on Oct 16, 2024 8:12 PM

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Oct 18, 2024 3:45 PM in response to Richard.Taylor

With Epson help, I uninstalled the printer, reboot, the computer ,reinstalled a new driver, and the problem seemed to be resolved. Thank you.

Oct 17, 2024 8:51 AM in response to OldMacGebruik

Printers are such a problem-- especially older ones. They always required downloading a new driver every time there was a system update, and every brand and model seemed to use different protocols. Newer ones seem better. My Brother MFC-J480DW seems to have made the transitions without my having to do anything, but I attribute that to luck rather than design.

In any case, the new drivers are Epson's thing, and they're probably the only ones that can help.

Oct 19, 2024 7:22 AM in response to OldMacGebruik

Great! It's good to know that Epson has good support!

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Still having a problem with M3 Somona, connecting to Epson printer SC P900