# **🛑 FIXED: Epson Printer "Driver Unavailable" or "Setup Incomplete" (2026)**

If your Epson printer is displaying "Attention Required" or the Smart Panel is stuck, follow these steps:

**Quick Fix: The "Hard Reset"**

Unplug the power cord from the printer and wall while the unit is ON.

Wait 60 seconds. Replug and restart.Resolve "Epson Smart" Connection Loops

**Resolve "Epson Smart" Connection Loops**

Go to Control Panel > Printers & Scanners.

Remove the Epson printer.

Click "Add a Printer" and enter the IP Address found in the printer's Network Settings.

**⚠️ EPSON CONNECTIVITY & FIRMWARE HELP** If you see "Error Code: 0x97" or "Communication Error," you may need a manual firmware override.

**Support Desk: [phone]**

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