38 Solving Problems
Solving Problems
Check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause of most problems. 
You can also check the basic troubleshooting suggestions (beginning below) or see 
the on-screen Epson Information Center for more detailed help.
Checking for Software Updates
Periodically, it’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website 
for free updates to your WorkForce 500 Series software. Open 
your on-screen Epson Information Center and select 
Download 
the Latest Software
 or visit Epson’s support website at 
epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca (Canada).
With Windows, you can select 
Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the 
printer settings window. You can also click 
 or Start, select All Programs or 
Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series Driver 
Update
. Also select EPSON Scan and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series 
Scanner Driver Update
.
Problems and Solutions
Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your all-in-one.
Note: 
If the screen is dark, the WorkForce 500 Series is in sleep mode to save power. Press 
any button (except the P On button) to wake it up.
Printing and Copying Problems
■ Make sure your paper is loaded printable side up (usually the whiter, brighter, 
or glossy side). Load it short edge first, and against the right edge guide. Don’t 
load paper above the arrow mark inside the guide.