How to Install Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 on Linux Mint 22

August 3, 2024 | By the+gnu+linux+evangelist.

GNU/Linux Mint 22.x Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver Setup – Step-by-Step Guide

This tutorial shows you step-by-step how to install the Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 printer on GNU/Linux Mint 22.x Wilma/Xia LTS 64-bit desktop.

To install the Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 printer on Linux Mint 22, you’ll need to set up the proprietary driver.

After installing the driver, follow the guidance to add the printer!

Using the Epson Printer Utility Software, you can check ink levels, view errors, and check other status information.

The guide also includes detailed instructions on how to get started with Epson scanning.

Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Mint 22.x Wilma/Xia - Featured

1. Launching Terminal

Open a Terminal window.
(Press “Enter” to execute commands)

In case you need help, see: Terminal QuickStart Guide.
2. Updating Linux Mint Repo

Update Linux Mint Repositories:
This step ensures that the sources are up-to-date.
If you prefer, try installing the driver directly as shown below…
```
sudo apt update
```
Authenticate with your admin password. If you encounter “User is Not in Sudoers file,” refer to: How to Enable sudo.
3. Downloading Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver on Mint

Download Linux Mint Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver

Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver .deb

Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Series Printer Linux Driver

If you are using Firefox, on the prompt, choose “Open with GDebi”:

Alternatively, select the package from the downloads button on the top panel:

For Google Chrome, choose the package from the bottom panel:

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4. Installing Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver on Mint

Install the Linux Mint Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Driver:
Click on “Install”:

Authenticate with your admin password to start the installation process:

The driver should be successfully installed in a short time.

Alternatively, install from the terminal with:
```
sudo apt install ~/Download/epson*.deb
```
If you have trouble finding the location, see: How to Access Downloads Folder from Browser.
5. Launching Printer Configure App

Launch the Printers Configure App.
In Mate/Cinnamon/Xfce, type “printer” in the left-bottom menu search:
Check if the printer is turned on and connected.
6. Adding Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Printer

Choose Add and follow the wizard’s setup:

Select “Install PPD File” and browse for the driver:
How to Find Printer PPD File Location on Mint

GNU/Linux Mint PPD File Location

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Or find it in the “Printers Database.”
7. Downloading Epson Printer Utility for Linux Mint

Download Linux Mint Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Printer Utility

Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Utility .deb

Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Series Printers Utility Linux

Get the Epson Printer ET-2610/ET-2650 Utility for Linux Mint and proceed as with the driver.
8. Installing Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Utility on Linux Mint

To install the Linux Mint Epson ET-2610/ET-2650 Utility Tool, click “Install”:

Authenticate with your admin password to start the installation process:

The software should be successfully installed in a short time.

Alternatively, install from the command line with:
```
sudo apt install ~/Download/epson*.deb
```
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