Epson WorkForce K101 Instruction Manual

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5Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too
tight. Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge
guides.
Letter A4
6 Replace the paper cassette cover, then gently insert the
paper cassette.
Note: The paper may slide forward slightly as you insert the
cassette. This is normal.
7Extend the output tray as shown.
Read these instructions before using your product.
1Unpack
Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to
install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability.
Remove all protective materials.
2Turn on your printer
1Connect the power cable to the back of the printer and to
an electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not connect to your computer yet.
2Press the power button to turn on the printer.
3Install ink cartridges
Caution: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and don’t
drink the ink.
Note: The ink cartridges that come with your printer have a lower
yield due to the ink system charging process. This process is carried
out the first time you turn on your printer and guarantees better
performance.
1Open the printer cover.
2Open the cartridge cover.
3Shake the ink cartridges gently 4 or 5 times, then unpack
them.
4Remove only the yellow tape from each cartridge.
Caution: Don’t remove any other seals or the cartridges may
leak.
5Insert the cartridges in the ink cartridge holders. Press
each cartridge down until it clicks.
6Close the cartridge cover. Press down until it clicks.
7Close the printer cover.
8Press the ink button to prime the ink delivery system.
Ink priming takes 4 ½ minutes.
Caution: Don’t turn off the printer while it is priming or you’ll
waste ink.
4Load paper
You can load Letter-, A4-, or Legal-size paper, as well as
envelopes. For instructions on loading Legal-size paper and
envelopes, see the on-screen User’s Guide.
1Pull out the paper cassette at the bottom of the printer
and lift off the paper cassette cover.
2Slide the edge guides outward.
3Position the guide shown below for the size of paper
you’re using.
4Insert the paper with the glossy or printable side
facedown.
Letter A4
Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide
and not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
WorkForce®K101
Letter A4

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5Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too
tight. Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge
guides.
Letter A4
6 Replace the paper cassette cover, then gently insert the
paper cassette.
Note: The paper may slide forward slightly as you insert the
cassette. This is normal.
7Extend the output tray as shown.
Read these instructions before using your product.
1Unpack
Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to
install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability.
Remove all protective materials.
2Turn on your printer
1Connect the power cable to the back of the printer and to
an electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not connect to your computer yet.
2Press the power button to turn on the printer.
3Install ink cartridges
Caution: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and don’t
drink the ink.
Note: The ink cartridges that come with your printer have a lower
yield due to the ink system charging process. This process is carried
out the first time you turn on your printer and guarantees better
performance.
1Open the printer cover.
2Open the cartridge cover.
3Shake the ink cartridges gently 4 or 5 times, then unpack
them.
4Remove only the yellow tape from each cartridge.
Caution: Don’t remove any other seals or the cartridges may
leak.
5Insert the cartridges in the ink cartridge holders. Press
each cartridge down until it clicks.
6Close the cartridge cover. Press down until it clicks.
7Close the printer cover.
8Press the ink button to prime the ink delivery system.
Ink priming takes 4 ½ minutes.
Caution: Don’t turn off the printer while it is priming or you’ll
waste ink.
4Load paper
You can load Letter-, A4-, or Legal-size paper, as well as
envelopes. For instructions on loading Legal-size paper and
envelopes, see the on-screen User’s Guide.
1Pull out the paper cassette at the bottom of the printer
and lift off the paper cassette cover.
2Slide the edge guides outward.
3Position the guide shown below for the size of paper
you’re using.
4Insert the paper with the glossy or printable side
facedown.
Letter A4
Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide
and not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
WorkForce®K101
Letter A4

Connection options
You can connect your printer to your existing wired network
using an Ethernet®cable or directly to your computer using
a USB cable. See below for details on each connection
method.
Direct USB connection
Make sure you have a USB cable.
Wired network connection
Make sure you have an Ethernet network cable. You must
install the software on every computer from which you want
to print.
Any problems?
If you experience problems during setup, see below:
Network setup was unsuccessful.
• Makesureyouselecttherightnetworkname.
• Ifyouseearewallalertmessage,clickUnblock or Allow
to let setup continue.
• Ifyournetworkhassecurityenabled,makesureyouenter
your network password (WEP key or WPA passphrase)
correctly. If it has uppercase (ABC) or lowercase (abc)
letters, make sure you enter them correctly.
• Makesuretheproductisturnedonandconnectedtothe
network.
• IfyouareusingTCP/IP,makesuretheprinterdriver
iscorrectlyinstalledandthattheTCP/IPsettingsare
conguredcorrectly.
• PrintaNetworkStatusSheettoseewhatnetworksettings
arecurrentlyenabledintheprinter.PresstheNetwork
Information button to print a network status sheet.
• Removeandre-inserttheproductCDtore-installthe
software.
The product’s Ethernet light is on but you can’t
print.
Your router, access point, or hub might not be assigning IP
addresses automatically using DHCP. If it isn’t, you will need
to set the product’s IP address manually. Make sure it is set
correctly for your network.
Setup is unable to find my printer after connecting
it with a USB cable.
Make sure it is securely connected as shown:
Printing problems
• Makesurethesizeofpaperyouloadedmatchesthe
paper size selected in your printer software.
• Printingstopswhenaninkcartridgeisexpended.Ifonly
one of the cartridges is expended, you may be able to
continue printing temporarily; see the on-screen User’s
Guide for more information.
Need paper and ink?
Try Epson paper with DURABrite®Ultra Ink for professional
results. For the right supplies at the right time, you can
purchase them fromanEpsonauthorizedreseller.Tondthe
nearest one, contact Epson.
Genuine Epson paper
Epson offers a wide variety of papers to meet your needs;
see the on-screen User’s Guide for more information.
Presentation Paper Matte
Smooth, non-glare, instant-drying paper
for home and business projects.
Genuine Epson ink
Look for the numbers below
tondyourcartridges.It’sas
easy as remembering your number!
WorkForce K101 ink cartridges
Color Code
Black 136
Epson, WorkForce, and DURABrite are registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed Your Vision
is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Designed for Excellence is a registered
trademark of Epson America, Inc.
GeneralNotice:Otherproductnamesusedhereinareforidenticationpurposesonlyand
may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those
marks.
This information is subject to change without notice.
©2011EpsonAmerica,Inc.08/11 CPD-34545
5Install software
Note: IfyourcomputerdoesnothaveaCD/DVDdrive,youcan
download the software from the Epson website, as described under
“Epson Technical Support”.
1Make sure the printer is NOT CONNECTED to your
computer.
Windows®:IfyouseeaFoundNewHardwarescreen,click
Cancel and disconnect the USB cable. You can’t install your
software that way.
2Insert your product CD.
3Windows: If you see the AutoPlay window, click
Run Setup.exe. If you see the User Account Control
screen, click Yes or Continue.
Mac OS®X: Double-click the Epson icon.
4Select a language, if necessary.
5Windows: Click Install and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Mac OS X: Select the items you want to install. Then
click Install.
Paper feeding problems
If paper doesn’t feed correctly, remove the paper and fan the
sheets, then reload them. Don’t load paper above the tabs on
the edge guides.
Print quality problems
• Makesureyourpaperisloadedprintablesidedown(usually
the whiter, brighter, or glossy side).
• Forthebestprintquality,useEpsonpapersandgenuine
Epson ink cartridges.
• Makesurethetypeofpaperyouloadedmatchesthepaper
type setting in your printer software. See the on-screen
User’s Guide for more information.
• Ifyounoticelightordarkbandsacrossyourprintoutsor
they are too faint, run a nozzle check to see if the print head
needs cleaning. See the on-screen User’s Guide for more
information.
• Ifyounoticejaggedverticallines,youmayneedtoalignthe
print head. See the on-screen User’s Guide for instructions.
• Theinkcartridgesmaybelowonink.Checkyourcartridge
levels and replace cartridges, if necessary. See the on-
screen User’s Guide for more information.
Any questions?
User’s Guide
Click the desktop shortcut to access the on-screen User’s
Guide (or the Applications/Epson Software folder in Mac OS
X) to access the User’s Guide.
On-screen help with your software
Select Help or ?when you’re using your software.
Epson technical support
Internet support
Visit www.latin.epson.com download drivers, view manuals,
get FAQs, or e-mail Epson (website available only in Spanish
and Portuguese).
Telephone support
You may also speak with a support specialist by calling:
Argentina (5411)5167-0300 Mexico 01-800-087-1080
Chile (562)484-3400  Mexico City (5255)1323-2052
Colombia (571)523-5000 Peru 0800-10126
Costa Rica800-377-6627  Lima (51 1) 418-0210
Ecuador (5934)604-4220 Uruguay 00040-5210067
Venezuela (58 212) 240-1111
If your country does not appear on the list, contact the sales
ofceinthenearestcountry.Toll or long distance charges may
apply.

Connection options
You can connect your printer to your existing wired network
using an Ethernet®cable or directly to your computer using
a USB cable. See below for details on each connection
method.
Direct USB connection
Make sure you have a USB cable.
Wired network connection
Make sure you have an Ethernet network cable. You must
install the software on every computer from which you want
to print.
Any problems?
If you experience problems during setup, see below:
Network setup was unsuccessful.
• Makesureyouselecttherightnetworkname.
• Ifyouseearewallalertmessage,clickUnblock or Allow
to let setup continue.
• Ifyournetworkhassecurityenabled,makesureyouenter
your network password (WEP key or WPA passphrase)
correctly. If it has uppercase (ABC) or lowercase (abc)
letters, make sure you enter them correctly.
• Makesuretheproductisturnedonandconnectedtothe
network.
• IfyouareusingTCP/IP,makesuretheprinterdriver
iscorrectlyinstalledandthattheTCP/IPsettingsare
conguredcorrectly.
• PrintaNetworkStatusSheettoseewhatnetworksettings
arecurrentlyenabledintheprinter.PresstheNetwork
Information button to print a network status sheet.
• Removeandre-inserttheproductCDtore-installthe
software.
The product’s Ethernet light is on but you can’t
print.
Your router, access point, or hub might not be assigning IP
addresses automatically using DHCP. If it isn’t, you will need
to set the product’s IP address manually. Make sure it is set
correctly for your network.
Setup is unable to find my printer after connecting
it with a USB cable.
Make sure it is securely connected as shown:
Printing problems
• Makesurethesizeofpaperyouloadedmatchesthe
paper size selected in your printer software.
• Printingstopswhenaninkcartridgeisexpended.Ifonly
one of the cartridges is expended, you may be able to
continue printing temporarily; see the on-screen User’s
Guide for more information.
Need paper and ink?
Try Epson paper with DURABrite®Ultra Ink for professional
results. For the right supplies at the right time, you can
purchase them fromanEpsonauthorizedreseller.Tondthe
nearest one, contact Epson.
Genuine Epson paper
Epson offers a wide variety of papers to meet your needs;
see the on-screen User’s Guide for more information.
Presentation Paper Matte
Smooth, non-glare, instant-drying paper
for home and business projects.
Genuine Epson ink
Look for the numbers below
tondyourcartridges.It’sas
easy as remembering your number!
WorkForce K101 ink cartridges
Color Code
Black 136
Epson, WorkForce, and DURABrite are registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed Your Vision
is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Designed for Excellence is a registered
trademark of Epson America, Inc.
GeneralNotice:Otherproductnamesusedhereinareforidenticationpurposesonlyand
may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those
marks.
This information is subject to change without notice.
©2011EpsonAmerica,Inc.08/11 CPD-34545
5Install software
Note: IfyourcomputerdoesnothaveaCD/DVDdrive,youcan
download the software from the Epson website, as described under
“Epson Technical Support”.
1Make sure the printer is NOT CONNECTED to your
computer.
Windows®:IfyouseeaFoundNewHardwarescreen,click
Cancel and disconnect the USB cable. You can’t install your
software that way.
2Insert your product CD.
3Windows: If you see the AutoPlay window, click
Run Setup.exe. If you see the User Account Control
screen, click Yes or Continue.
Mac OS®X: Double-click the Epson icon.
4Select a language, if necessary.
5Windows: Click Install and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Mac OS X: Select the items you want to install. Then
click Install.
Paper feeding problems
If paper doesn’t feed correctly, remove the paper and fan the
sheets, then reload them. Don’t load paper above the tabs on
the edge guides.
Print quality problems
• Makesureyourpaperisloadedprintablesidedown(usually
the whiter, brighter, or glossy side).
• Forthebestprintquality,useEpsonpapersandgenuine
Epson ink cartridges.
• Makesurethetypeofpaperyouloadedmatchesthepaper
type setting in your printer software. See the on-screen
User’s Guide for more information.
• Ifyounoticelightordarkbandsacrossyourprintoutsor
they are too faint, run a nozzle check to see if the print head
needs cleaning. See the on-screen User’s Guide for more
information.
• Ifyounoticejaggedverticallines,youmayneedtoalignthe
print head. See the on-screen User’s Guide for instructions.
• Theinkcartridgesmaybelowonink.Checkyourcartridge
levels and replace cartridges, if necessary. See the on-
screen User’s Guide for more information.
Any questions?
User’s Guide
Click the desktop shortcut to access the on-screen User’s
Guide (or the Applications/Epson Software folder in Mac OS
X) to access the User’s Guide.
On-screen help with your software
Select Help or ?when you’re using your software.
Epson technical support
Internet support
Visit www.latin.epson.com download drivers, view manuals,
get FAQs, or e-mail Epson (website available only in Spanish
and Portuguese).
Telephone support
You may also speak with a support specialist by calling:
Argentina (5411)5167-0300 Mexico 01-800-087-1080
Chile (562)484-3400  Mexico City (5255)1323-2052
Colombia (571)523-5000 Peru 0800-10126
Costa Rica800-377-6627  Lima (51 1) 418-0210
Ecuador (5934)604-4220 Uruguay 00040-5210067
Venezuela (58 212) 240-1111
If your country does not appear on the list, contact the sales
ofceinthenearestcountry.Toll or long distance charges may
apply.