How to Find WPS PIN on Epson Printer?

Oct 25, 2026 3 min read 62 views

When you set up your Epson printer on a WiFi network using WPS PIN method, the printer generates a unique 8-digit PIN that you enter into your router admin page. This PIN is different from your WiFi password and changes every time you start a new WPS setup. Here is how to find it and use it.

Where to Find the WPS PIN on Epson Printers

The WPS PIN is not printed on the printer or in the manual. It is generated on demand through the printer control panel. On Epson printers with a display screen, go to Settings or Setup, then Network Settings, then WiFi Setup, and select WPS PIN Code. The printer will display an 8-digit PIN on the screen. On Epson printers without a display screen, pressing the WiFi button in a specific pattern will print a network information sheet that contains the PIN.

Step-by-Step: WPS PIN Setup on Epson with Display

Press the Home button on the printer control panel. Navigate to Settings then General Settings then Network Settings then WiFi Setup. Select WPS PIN Code and press OK. The printer will generate and display an 8-digit PIN on the screen. Write this number down. You have 2 minutes to enter it into your router before it expires. Open a browser on your computer, go to your router admin page, find the WPS PIN entry section, type in the PIN, and click Connect. The printer will automatically connect to your WiFi network.

Step-by-Step: WPS PIN Setup on Epson Without Display

For Epson printers without a screen like the L3150 or L3110 series, hold down the WiFi button and the network status button simultaneously for about 3 seconds. The printer will print a network status sheet that includes the WPS PIN. Enter this PIN into your router admin page within 2 minutes. The WiFi light on the printer will stop flashing and stay solid when the connection is successful.

How to Enter the WPS PIN in Your Router

Open a web browser and type your router IP address which is usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. Log in with your router admin credentials. Look for a WPS section under Wireless Settings or Advanced Settings. Select the PIN method and enter the 8-digit PIN from your Epson printer. Click Connect or Apply. The router will establish a secure connection with the printer automatically.

What If the WPS PIN Expires?

The WPS PIN is only valid for about 2 minutes after it is generated. If you take too long to enter it in the router, it expires and you need to generate a new one. Go back to the printer WiFi Setup menu and select WPS PIN Code again. The printer will generate a fresh PIN. Have your router admin page open and ready before generating the PIN so you can enter it immediately.

Alternative: Connect Without WPS

If your router does not support WPS or you have disabled it for security reasons, you can connect your Epson printer to WiFi using the standard wireless setup wizard. Go to Settings then Network Settings then WiFi Setup then WiFi Setup Wizard on the printer. The printer will scan for available networks. Select your WiFi name and enter the password using the printer keypad or buttons. This method works on every router regardless of WPS support.

Epson WPS PIN FAQ

Q1. Is the WPS PIN the same as my WiFi password on an Epson printer? Ans: No, the WPS PIN and your WiFi password are completely different. The WPS PIN is a temporary 8-digit number generated by the printer for one-time use during setup. Your WiFi password is permanent and used by all devices to connect to your network. You enter the WPS PIN into your router admin page, not into the printer. The printer never asks you for your WiFi password when using the WPS PIN method.

Q2. Can I use WPS push button instead of PIN on my Epson printer? Ans: Yes, most Epson printers support both WPS PIN and WPS push button methods. The push button method is faster. Go to WiFi Setup on the printer and select WPS Push Button. Then press the WPS button on your router within 2 minutes. The devices will connect automatically without any PIN or password entry. Not all routers have a physical WPS button so check your router before trying this method.

Q3. Why is WPS considered less secure than entering the WiFi password directly? Ans: WPS has known security vulnerabilities that allow attackers to guess the 8-digit PIN through brute force attacks. The PIN is split into two halves that are verified separately which reduces the possible combinations from 100 million to about 11,000. This is why many security experts recommend disabling WPS on your router after setting up your devices. Once your Epson printer is connected via WPS, you can safely disable WPS on the router and the printer will stay connected.