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Epson stylus photo printer doesn't work on Big sur

Hi, none of my printer drivers work since I have installed Big Sur. Does anyone know how to fix this problem for an Epson Stylus photo? It's not in the list on the epson driver upgrade....



I can't help wondering how the developers of OS overlook such a thing as printer drivers...

Posted on Jun 8, 2021 7:29 AM

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Posted on Jun 9, 2021 3:35 PM

Hello again,


Have you tried the following drivers?

https://epson.com/Support/Printers/Single-Function-Inkjet-Printers/Epson-Stylus-Series/Epson-Stylus-Photo-R2880/s/SPT_C11CA16201?review-filter=macOS+11.x

https://www.epson.eu/support?productID=2733&os=38#drivers_and_manuals


If necessary, try resetting the printing system and re-adding the printer. Check whether the operating system suggests something suitable.

Reset the Mac printing system to solve a problem - Apple Support

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Jun 8, 2021 7:43 AM in response to kamerplantje

"I can't help wondering how the developers of OS overlook such a thing as printer drivers... "


Developers of OSs are not responsible for printer drivers. Printer manufacturers create drivers for their printers. Did you check on the Epson site for a compatible driver?

Your assertion is like getting on Ford because their new model car can not use a specific GoodYear brand tire. It would be up to the tire manufacturer to make a tire that is compatible with Ford vehicles not the other way around.

Epson stylus photo printer doesn't work on Big sur

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