Disable Epson Firmware Update Guide

Learn how to disable Epson’s auto update feature for its firmware for printers using Epson 288, 410, and 702 ink cartridges to save yourself from future hassles over firmware updates.

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4 min readDec 21, 2022

Epson releases new printer firmware versions from time to time, and there are times when they can automatically update your printer without your knowledge due to Epson’s auto-update feature. If not turned off, Epson can make changes to your printer’s firmware without needing your consent.

This feature can sometimes do more harm than good, particularly if you use remanufactured Epson printer ink cartridges. You may wake up one day wanting to use your printer, only to discover that the off-brand printer ink cartridges you have installed are no longer recognized by your printer.

Turning off your printer’s automatic update setting is the most effective way to protect your off-brand cartridges from future Epson firmware updates. If you disable Epson firmware update feature on your printer, it will prevent updates from automatically downloading to your printer, and your printer will now have to ask for your approval before having to download any updates in the future. This lets you keep printing with your compatible cartridges and also gives you full control over future updates.

How to Disable Epson Firmware Update

Disable Epson Auto Update Feature on Windows Operating System.

(Note: This is for Epson printers that use Epson 288, 410, and 702 ink cartridges.)

Turn off Auto Update via Epson Software Updater

Look for ‘Epson Software Updater’ program via Windows search bar. Once the program is found, click to open it.
If necessary, select your printer name from the provided list.
Next, click the ‘Auto Update Settings’ link.
To disable Epson firmware update, choose ‘Never’ from the drop-down menu on the ‘Interval to Check’ column.
To save your new settings, click the ‘OK’ and then the ‘Exit’ buttons.

Turn off Auto Update via Windows Taskbar

On your Windows taskbar, right-click the Epson printer icon.
From the list, choose ‘Software Update Settings’ or ‘Auto Update Settings’.
Select the ‘Never’ option to turn off the automatic update feature.
Lastly, click ‘Apply’ and then ‘OK’ to exit.

Disable Epson Auto Update Feature on Mac OS

Via Computer Screen

On your computer screen, go to ‘System Preferences’.
Search for ‘Software Update’ and change it to ‘None’ to turn off the function that installs updates automatically.

Via App Store

Go to ‘App Store Preferences’ and choose the updates you want to install. Just make sure not to choose any printer updates.

Parting Words

Since you never know when a printer manufacturer will release a new printer firmware update, we recommend that you disable Epson firmware update feature as soon as you have the chance.

As was already said, Epson's automatic firmware updates could cause problems for printers that use ink cartridges from companies other than Epson. Still, you can avoid a major hassle by simply turning the auto-update feature off. Because of this, it is very important that you set up your printer the right way so that it can meet your printing needs.

If your Epson printer’s firmware has already been updated to the most recent firmware version, you have the choice to roll it back or downgrade your printer’s firmware to a previous version that is compatible with third-party ink cartridges. For a step-by-step guide and more details, visit CompAndSave’s Epson printer firmware downgrade instructions.

We hope you find this article helpful. Enjoy printing and happy saving!

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About the Author

Showerly Sumaylo is a researcher and copywriter for Compandsave.com, Inc. CompAndSave is one of the biggest online stores in the US and Canada that sells printing and office supplies. She writes articles that teach people about printer ink cartridges, toner cartridges, photo papers, printers, and more.