How to Connect the Epson L355 Printer to Wi-Fi: A Complete Guide with Photos and Tips

Wireless printing saves time and eliminates the clutter of wires, but setting up Wi-Fi on printers Epson often raises questions among users. Model L355 — a popular solution for home and small offices, combining printing, scanning, and copying functions. However, even experienced users experience difficulties when first connecting to the network: the indicator light blinks abnormally, the printer doesn't recognize the router, or the drivers install incorrectly.

In this article we will look at all ways to turn on Wi-Fi on Epson L355 — from standard setup via the control panel to alternative methods using a USB cable or WPS. We will pay special attention to common mistakes (for example, code 0x97 (or no network listed) and how to troubleshoot them. If you've already tried setting up your printer without success, here you'll find solutions to common and less obvious problems.

Preparing the Epson L355 printer for Wi-Fi setup

Before enabling the wireless connection, make sure the printer is ready for use. This will avoid unnecessary configuration errors.

What you need to check:

• 🔌 Nutrition: The printer must be plugged into a power outlet and turned on. The power indicator on the front panel should be green (or blue, depending on the firmware version).
• 📄 Paper: There must be at least 1 sheet of A4 paper in the tray - some models Epson block access to the menu without paper.
• 🖨️ Ink: If the toner level is critically low, the printer may ignore commands. Check the indicators on the panel or through the software. Epson Software Updater.
• 📡 Router: Make sure your router is turned on and distributing Wi-Fi within range 2.4 GHz (printer L355 does not support 5 GHz).

If the printer was previously connected to a different network, reset the network settings. To do this:

1. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi (with the antenna icon) on the control panel for 5 seconds, until the indicator starts flashing.
2. Release the button and the printer will return to factory network settings.

Method 1: Setting up Wi-Fi via the printer control panel

The most direct method is to use the built-in menu Epson L355This method does not require a computer, but it does require you to be careful when entering your password.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Click the button Settings (gear) on the printer panel.
2. Go to the section Wi-Fi Setup (or Network Settings → Wireless, depending on the firmware version).
3. Select Setting up the connection (Connection Setup).
4. The printer will begin searching for available networks. Wait until your Wi-Fi network appears in the list and select it.
5. Enter the network password using the arrows and button OKTo switch between registers (upper/lower case letters, numbers), use the button Shift (usually indicated by an upward arrow).
6. Confirm your input. Indicator Wi-Fi should light up blue (or green) - this means a successful connection.

If your network is not listed:

• 🔄 Make sure your router isn't hiding your SSID (network name). If it is, temporarily disable this feature in your router settings.
• 📶 Make sure the printer is within Wi-Fi range. The optimal distance is no more than 5 meters from the router (without obstacles).
• 🔒 If the network is secure WPA3, try switching temporarily to WPA2-PSK (in the router settings).

Method 2: Connecting via WPS (without entering a password)

Technology WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to connect your printer to the network without manually entering a password. This is convenient if your router supports WPS (usually there's a button labeled WPS or a lock icon).

How does this work:

1. Make sure your router supports WPS. This is usually indicated on a sticker on the back of the device.
2. On the printer Epson L355 press and hold the button Wi-Fi for 3 seconds, until the indicator starts flashing quickly.
3. For 2 minutes press the button WPS on the router. If there is no button, go to the router's web interface (usually at 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) and activate WPS in the section Wi-Fi.
4. Wait for the indicator Wi-Fi The printer light will not stay on continuously. It may take up to 1-2 minutes.

What to do if WPS doesn't work?

If your router doesn't support WPS or the feature is disabled, use alternative connection methods (via the control panel or USB). Also, check if your antivirus or firewall is blocking the pairing process.

Possible problems with WPS:

• ⏱️ Time is up: If you did not manage to press WPS on the router within 2 minutes, repeat the process.
• 🔄 Incompatibility: some routers (for example, TP-Link Archer C6) require WPS to be enabled manually via the web interface.
• 🔒 Blocking: If you previously disabled WPS for security reasons, re-enable it temporarily.

⚠️ Attention: After connecting a printer via WPS, it's recommended to disable this feature on your router. WPS has vulnerabilities that can be exploited to hack your network.

Method 3: Setting up Wi-Fi via USB cable and PC

If the previous methods did not work, you can connect the printer to your computer via USB and set up Wi-Fi via software. Epson.

What you will need:

• 🖥️ A computer with Windows or macOS.
• 🔌 USB cable (usually included with the printer).
• 💾 Installed drivers for Epson L355 (you can download it from official website).

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Connect the printer to your computer via USB.
2. Install the drivers if they are not already installed. For Windows run the file Epson_L355_Series_Driver.exe, For macOS — Epson_L355_Series_Installer.pkg.
3. Run the program Epson Software Updater or Epson Printer Setup (included in the software package).
4. In the program menu, select Setting up a wireless network (Wireless Setup).
5. Follow the on-screen instructions: the program will automatically find the printer and prompt you to select a Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
6. Once connected successfully, disconnect the USB cable. The printer should remain connected to the Wi-Fi network.

If the program does not see the printer:

• 🔌 Check the USB cable connection (try a different port or cable).
• 🖥️ Restart your computer and printer.
• 🔄 Make sure there are no conflicting drivers (for example, from other printers) in the system.

Checking the connection and troubleshooting

After setting up Wi-Fi, it's important to ensure the printer is actually connected to the network and ready to use. Here's how:

Verification methods:

1. Wi-Fi indicator: on the front panel of the printer should be lit blue or green The LED next to the antenna icon. If it's blinking orange, there's a connection issue.
2. Test print: print it out Network report (Network Report). To do this, press and hold the button Information (or Sheet Feed) within 3 seconds. In the report, check the lines SSID (network name) and Signal Strength (signal level).
3. Via computer: Try printing any document. If the printer doesn't respond, make sure it's selected as the default device in the print settings.

Common errors and their solutions:

If the printer connects to the network but does not print over Wi-Fi:

• 🖨️ Check that the correct port is selected in the printer settings on your computer (it should be Epson L355 (Network), not USB).
• 🔧 Update your printer drivers via Epson Software Updater.
• 🔄 Restart both the printer and the computer.

⚠️ Attention: If the printer still won't connect to Wi-Fi after several attempts, check to see if your antivirus or firewall software is blocking the connection. Temporarily disabling the protection may help identify the problem.

Additional settings for stable operation

To avoid connection problems in the future, configure your printer and network optimally.

Recommendations for setting up a router:

• 📶 Wi-Fi channel: In the router settings, select a fixed channel (for example, 6 or 11) instead of AutoThis will reduce the amount of interference.
• 🔒 Security type: use WPA2-PSK (Not WPA3, if the printer does not support it).
• 🔄 DHCP: Assign a static IP address to your printer in your router settings to avoid conflicts.

Printer settings:

• 📄 Energy saving: Disable sleep mode in the printer settings (Settings → Power Saving → Never), otherwise it may disconnect from the network.
• 🔄 Auto-update: Enable automatic checking for firmware updates (Settings → Software Update).

If your router supports a guest network, do not connect the printer to it. Guest networks often have restrictions that block printing.

How to connect a printer to a new Wi-Fi network (change network)

If you've changed your router or network name/password, you'll need to reconfigure your printer. Here's how to do it quickly:

Method 1: Via Control Panel

1. Click the button Wi-Fi on the printer and hold it 5 secondsto reset network settings.
2. Repeat the setup process as described in Method 1.

Method 2: Via Epson Printer Utility

1. Connect the printer to your computer via USB.
2. Run the program Epson Printer Utility (included in the software package).
3. Select Setting up a wireless network and follow the instructions.

Method 3: Via the printer's web interface

1. Find the IP address of the printer (you can find it from Network report).
2. Enter this IP into the address bar of your browser (for example, 192.168.1.100).
3. Log in (the default login and password are usually admin/admin or an empty field).
4. Go to the section Wireless LAN and set up a new connection.

⚠️ Attention: If the printer was previously connected to the network via Ethernet, disconnect the cable before setting up Wi-Fi. Using both wired and wireless connections simultaneously can cause conflicts.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about setting up Wi-Fi on the Epson L355

The printer is connected to Wi-Fi, but the computer can't see it. What should I do?

Please check the following points:

• Make sure the printer and computer are on the same network.
• Update your printer drivers via Epson Software Updater.
• In the printer settings on your computer, select the port Epson L355 (Network).
• Temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus software as they may be blocking the connection.

Is it possible to connect the Epson L355 to Wi-Fi without a computer?

Yes, this can be done in two ways:

1. Via the printer control panel (see Method 1).
2. Via WPS (if your router supports this function, see Method 2).

A computer is only needed for setup via USB or if a firmware update is required.

My printer keeps losing Wi-Fi connection. How do I fix it?

The problem may be related to:

• Weak Wi-Fi signal - move the printer closer to the router.
• Automatic printer shutdown - disable sleep mode in the settings.
• IP address conflicts - assign a static IP address to the printer in the router settings.
• Interference from other devices - change the Wi-Fi channel in the router settings.

How to find the IP address of the Epson L355 printer?

There are three ways:

1. Print it out Network report (hold the button Information 3 seconds).
2. Look in the router settings in the section DHCP Clients or Connected devices.
3. Use the program Epson Printer Utility on the computer.

Can the Epson L355 be connected to Wi-Fi Direct?

No, model L355 does not support Wi-Fi DirectTo connect directly to devices (such as a smartphone), you'll need to use a USB-OTG adapter or configure the printer via a local network.