The un-packaging and initial set up on Windows 7 Home Premium was much easier than I had thought it would be . The WiFi & USB connections were made almost with out effort . The connection with my cell phone & Android Tablet were event free. The Hammermill Print App & the Epson Print App both recognized the printer . The Driver Installation showed SD Over USB driver Fail , but I think its because I did not have an SD card in the slot and most likely never will . It will probably become active when I insert an SD card for the first time , or it might be a Windows 7 issue , but it is a feature I would never use any way . Other than this , it performs really well . The initial adjusting of the print heads is a bit tedious , but necessary , and it really doesn't take much time , just a few pages of paper . The CD /DVD printer software that came with this printer is Excellent ! Some one finally wrote a DVD / CD printer program that is easy to use , intuitive and produces great results on Ink Jet Printable CD/DVD's . I still use my third party software for printing the Case Inserts . The print quality is superb and the colors are spot on . The ink can be a bit pricey ( Epson 410XL ) , but since I will use it 90% of the time to print CD/DVD's & Case Inserts , and not as a default printer , I can live with it . I did find some 410XL third party ink on Amazon.com that actually had a 5 star rating for this printer and they were very reasonably priced for a set of all 5 cartridges . I hope these 3rd party cartridges work as well as they are rated . We shall see . I don't use Windows 10, but others reviewing this printer comment on its use with Windows 10 .
The first install of this printer on a Windows 10 PC did not go well. I started by uninstalling the previous Epson Workforce this XP-7100 was replacing. Then I downloaded the latest install package from the Epson support site. Then, I spent the next two hours trying to get it to install correctly. In uninstalled, reinstalled, deleted drivers, rebooted, checked network connections etc. Getting the printer onto the network was easy, but both the install package from the internet and the included CD would not successfully install drivers. I finally had to download separate printer and scanner drivers to get things to work. I am keeping the review at 5 stars because everything installed flawlessly on the second Win 10 PC I tried and, after installed, everything works very well.
Setup, other than the mentioned install issue, took about 20 minutes which included charging the ink and aligning and testing the print heads. The resulting printing was excellent - both text and photos. Printing speed was very fast for text and average for photos.
Scanning documents was fast and easy with the ADF. The results were high quality PDF files. The XP-7100 really excelled at scanning photos. I tested it by scanning 3 photos at the same time. The scanner was smart enough to scan the grouped photos as 3 seperate and perfectly cropped images. The scanned images were clearer than the original 30 year old photos. The color rendering was excellent and a bit richer then the original photos. It took the XP-7100 more than a minute to scan the three photos at 600 dpi but the result was outstanding.
The things I like most about the printer:
1. All printer control is via a clearly illuminated touch screen. So much easier to see and navigate than the tons of mechanical buttons on my old Epson Workforce.
2. The automatically extending and retracting control panel and output tray are great for keeping the printer in a desk enclosure like mine - a perfect fit.
3. The Epson iPrint app is great. I can easily print from my Samsung tablet and phone. I can scan to my tablet and phone, and then email the scan using the app. All without turing on a PC. And the whole process works seamlesslly.
4. So far the ADF has worked well. Like other Epsons, the ADF can be closed to give the XP-7100 a smooth top that is easy to clean.
Despite my initial setup issues, I really like this all-in-one. I like the ability to easily print and scan with my phone and tablet without even having a PC on. Its small enough to fit in my office desk printer cabinet (when the printer is shut down). It scans photos very well and it is reasonably fast doing its job.
I've had good luck with Epson printers over many years now (we have several in the house and two in separate offices), and while I know some consider their ink pricey I've never noticed it being a major issue in comparison to other printers. This one, so far, continues Epson's quality, and if things change over usage time, I'll update.
Set-Up: Set up has always been a strength of Epson printers. From first ripping off of the tape on the shipping box to printing the first test pages was under 15 minutes. That includes unboxing, ensuring all the little blue tap has been removed from the printer itself, loading in the ink cartridges, letting the printer initialize them, and having it connect to our wi-fi network. About the only way it could have been easier if it had unboxed itself and walked up the stairs using its own mechanical legs.
It printed just fine one first tries via my MacBook Pro, my iPad, an iMac, and two iPhones (both on the network and direct). No problems at all. We're an Apple family obviously, so I can't speak to its ease of use with Windows. I did print of a USB though, again with no issues at all. And it scans to our laptop and desktop just fine (I haven't tested it on the iPad though I assume it won't be an issue there either)
The display is large, bright and clear and as always, easy to progress through to get to where you need to
The footprint is nicely small. We have it in a little cubby behind sliding doors under our bookshelf where it just has enough room to open the top high enough to install the ink. For so many features, and with an auto-feeder, the small size is greatly appreciated. The output tray automatically retracts and comes out, which makes it easier to keep in small spaces.
You can do some light editing just on the printer itself. Obviously using your device is going to be easier and more full-featured, and I doubt I'll get much use out of that, but I do think the rotate and resize options are pretty good basic ones to have available to someone without a computer.
Text quality is good, certainly on par with all the others. I'll update with photos later as that's a more involved process (not the printing but just getting good images to test with and good paper). It prints noticeably faster than my older Epsons, especially double-sided.
If you're planning on doing major printing/copying, you probably want to go up to the WorkForce (we have one that works great) just for durability and wear/tear. But otherwise this is a nice small home or small office usage printer that is unobtrusive, easy to set up, fast, and highly convenient thanks to its many ways of connecting to various devices, its features such as auto-feed and double-sided printing, and its ability to do some work even without a computer connected to it. I'll update photos and durability, but based on years of experience with more than a half-dozen Epsons, I imagine this is another winner
I bought this all-in-one primarily for the scanner function. I am a teacher, and I wanted the ability to scan hard copies of things I come across, and print out copies later. I gave it 4 stars because the setup was an endless loop, but Epson customer service guided me through the process. It turned out that some things weren't clearly explained in the user's manual. That being said, I am very happy with the quality of the scanning and printing. It has a feed for scanning and/or printing multiple pages, and prints on both sides of the page. I do have an older laser printer for bulk jobs, because I'm sure the cost per page is higher on this unit. Still, the price was comparable to other all-in-one units with fewer features (HP), and it looks better made. My only small complaint is that it should have had a matte casing. The gloss finish is covered with my fingerprints.
I have been an Epson girl since my first printer. I later owned a business & I have an Epson 9600 I still use. (Wide format to 44 inches wide.) Many small printers later, my 720 series was giving me issues. (purple prints, even though I cleaned all the pads & docking station etc.) Decided it was time for a new one!! Although I'd have liked the one with the 2yr ink, I'm retired so I "stepped down" to this, so to say! WOW......I am so pleased! Having a photo lab, I'm VERY color aware. First photo out, on cheap plain 8 1/2 x 11 paper....was beautifull, & so color correct! (Wi-fi print!) Next I sat in another room & printed a glossy 4x6...From my PHONE!! As I found out my Alexa's (which we don't use enough,) helped me set things up!! wow again...& just to give you a bit of background on me...besides having a full service photo lab at one time, I also worked conventions for Fuji for a few years! (Which I loved! And miss!) The more expensive Epson printers must even surpass this...............but, this printed, at it's low cost is GREAT!!
Feature Product
- Superior photo quality - print stunning photos plus sharp text for eye-catching documents
- Designed for productivity at home - 30-page Auto Document Feeder; auto 2-sided print/copy/scan; multiple media feeds
- Creativity made easy - print on specialty paper (1) and DVDs; plus, borderless photos up to 8" x 10"
- Convenient, hassle-free features - use the large, intuitive 4.3" touchscreen to view, edit and print photos directly from USB or SD card slot (2)
- Ultimate wireless plus Ethernet - print photos and documents directly from your tablet or smartphone (3); includes Wi-Fi Direct for network-free printing (4)
- Never run out of ink again - Printer features Dash Replenishment which, after activation, keeps track of your ink usage and orders more from when you are running low
Description
The 5-color Expression Premium XP-7100 wireless Small-in-One printer delivers superior photo quality and versatility, ideal for productive, creative families. Save time with a 30-page Auto Document Feeder and auto 2-sided printing, copying and scanning. Print vivid, borderless photos up to 8" x 10", or on specialty paper (1) and DVDs. The intuitive 4.3" touchscreen allows you to view, edit and print photos, directly from a USB or card slot (2). And, you can easily print from your tablet or smartphone (3) — with or without a router — at home or on the go. Plus, print 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 12 seconds (5), as well as custom projects with the Creative Print App.
* This product uses only genuine Epson-brand cartridges. Other brands of ink cartridges and ink supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may not function properly.
† Black and color print speeds are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print times will vary based on factors including system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit www.epson.com/printspeed
1. Specialty paper support accommodated through rear paper feed, maximum 23 mil paper thickness, manual 2-sided printing only.
2. Adapter may be required.
3. Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. For a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps, visit our official site.
4. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED; level of performance subject to the range of the router being used. Wi-Fi Direct may require printer software.
5. Color photo in Draft Mode on Premium Photo Paper Glossy measured from start of paper feed. Actual print times will vary based on factors including system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit our official site.
6. Smudge, scratch, water and fade resistant on Epson photo papers. For CDs/DVDs, resistant only on specially-treated discs.
7. For convenient and reasonable recycling options, visit our official site.
8. SmartWay is an innovative partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that reduces greenhouse gases and other air pollutants and improves fuel efficiency.
I bought this Epson xp 7100 to replace an HP Envy 7155, which inexplicably began giving bad prints. I am very happy with this Epson. I have had it about 4 months and use it mostly for printing photos. What I like is that every print I have made has been perfect on the first try. What I see on my computer screen is exactly what prints, and it has not made a mistake yet. I prefer this type of printer with multiple cartridges, rather than one color cartridge that runs out all at once.
The only thing to be careful of is that the paper tray that slides out can leave tiny scratches on your desk, so elevate the printer or protect the desk. Otherwise, highly recommended.
I use this for general home printing such as school work and photographs. Setting it up was straightforward on multiple PCs running Windows 10. The printer is much more quieter than my old printer. Print quality is excellent and speed is good. I like that the printer is small so that I was able to install it in a cabinet. While build quality is decent the electrical cable that connects the printer to the wall outlet is somewhat loose and the printer can get unplugged easily. Ink can be pricey but there are deals to be had. Overall, I am happy with the speed and print quality and so will recommend the printer.
I replaced an Epson XP-830 with this machine because this was the newest model and would use the same ink cartridges. It prints well and scans well. Unlike my previous machine, it does not have fax capability. It does, like its predecessor, print on CD/DVDs and has a back feed slot for heavier media, like card stock or envelopes, though only one at a time. I have not printed photos yet.
I am able to reuse the partly used cartridges from my previous machine. However, in setting up the machine for the first time, you are advised by Epson to use the cartridges in the box first because they're designed for a first priming of the ink system. It recognized the used cartridges and the amount left when the initial ones ran out. I highly recommend buying the 410XL cartridges instead of the standard 410's; they cost a bit more, but you get more than twice the ink for a bit less than twice the price. The mixed box set contains an XL black cartridge but only standard color cartridges. The XL colors have to be bought individually, but they're worth it. There are third-party inks out there that cost much less than brand name, and you use them at your own risk. Many people say they're just as good and that the Epson inks are a ripoff; I'll only say that I have tried third-party inks and have definitely had problems more than once.
My two criticisms of the machine: one, the main paper tray is low-capacity, extremely flimsy, and sometimes difficult to remove; if you want high-capacity printing, this printer is probably not for you. Second, the display icons are irritating, and the system will not stay in home display mode after printing, you have to hit a cancel button. Still, I will not hesitate to buy this printer again so long as it lasts out its warranty period and a little more. I've been far happier with Epson photo printers than HP, Canon, or Brother.
I would also check the paper specs carefully. I wanted to do some printing on 3X5 sheets, but paper will not feed properly on any size less than 3.5" width. Not their fault that I didn't notice.
The first XP-7100 had to be returned because of hardware problems. Bought it from Amazon but when I had the problem setting it up and it wouldn't get past the scanner set up, the instruction booklet said to get in touch with Epson.
The Epson techies almost immediately decided it was a hardware problem and had me ship it back to Epson and at the same time had one shipped to me. Fortunately I had two other printers to take care of the printing needs.
The replacement Epson does a nice shop of printing. I will try out the other features as soon as possible. Epson has a good reputation for printing photographs and printing on CDs/DVDs and look forward to that.
I've been taking it through it's paces all day. Took about 7 minutes to setup once I put the ink cartridges in and another 10 minutes to download and install the software from Epson (or you can use the included install CD). First cool thing: when you press the power button the touchscreen tilts about 20 degrees so you don't have to install the printer at eye level.
Scan Bed Size:8.5" x 11.7"
Maximum Copy Size: 8.5" x 14" using the ADF only
30-page Auto Document Feeder
auto 2-sided printing,
Copy Quantity:1 – 99 copies
Scan to memory card, to computer via Event Manager, to PC, PC (WSD), to cloud, also scan using the ADF
Wi-Fi enabled
Print a 4" x 6" photo as fast as 12 seconds
5-color Claria® inks
auto extend/retract output tray
Optical Resolution:1200 x 2400 dpi
Maximum Print Resolution: 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi
CD / DVD Printing: you an 'print' to a CD/DVD - the slot is located under the printer
Replacement Ink: 410 Standard or XL Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Photo Black
Input Paper Capacity: Main Paper Tray: 100 sheets plain paper
Dedicated Photo Tray: 20 sheets Premium Photo Paper Glossy
You can edit & print pictures from the USB thumb drive or the card slot (SD/SDHC/SDXC, CF2) using the 4.3" touchscreen:
Auto Photo Correction
Crop
Rotate and enlarge
View and print-by-date
Print your own picture packages
Print passport and photo ID
Select multiple photos to print on a single page
First thing they emphasize: this is not a work printer like the beast I have in my home office EPSON (C11CC97201) WorkForce WF-7620 Wireless Color All-in-One Inkjet Printer with Scanner and Copier, Amazon Replenishment Enabled.
It may not be as All-in-one as our beloved Epson WorkForce WF-3640 Wireless Color All-in-One Inkjet Printer with Scanner and Copier (E-Commerce Packaging) which just bit the dust.
Dimensions:(W x D x H): 15.4" x 13.3" x 7.5"
Paper Types:
plain paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer
Photo Quality Self-Adhesive Sheets
Photo Paper Glossy
Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Presentation Paper Matte
Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided
Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
Supports{
Creative Print App (iOS, Android)3
Apple® AirPrint®
Google Cloud Print™
Android printing
Fire OS printing
Mopria® Print Service
Easy Photo Scan
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