If you're looking for a small printer with excellent features that fits in your budget and workspace easily, then Epson Stylus SX438W is a great option to go with. This multifunction printer offers cost-effective printing, scanning and copying functionality all in one, for the home users who want the flexibility of Wi-Fi connectivity and PC-free printing.
The Epson Stylus SX438W comes in a stylish, sleek design combined with an ultra-compact footprint means this small-in-one printer is ideal for small offices or homes environments. It measures 4.1 kg in weight and 390 x 300 x 145 mm in its dimensions thus, take up less space than other multifunction printers.
The printer features in high-capacity Epson Stylus SX438W Ink Cartridges and its compatible ones are less in cost and works fine as the original ones do. Thus, one can easily save money on buying its consumables. Furthermore, the printer can handle 100 sheets at a time and can print with the speed of 33 ppm, for black and white and 15 ppm for the coloured one. It is equipped with Wi-Fi, has a memory card reader and a USB slot, making it versatile for printing lab-quality photos and text documents so easily.
Advantages- Support printing with smartphone and PC
- Space saving
- Small footprints
- Offers photo enhance and red-eye removal
- Can print through tablets and mobile
- Cost-effective
- Support borderless printing
- Uses DURABrite Ultra Ink
- No Pictbridge
- No Automatic duplexer support
The replacement Epson Stylus SX438W Ink Cartridges are:
- Epson T1281 Black
- Epson T1282 Cyan
- Epson T1283 Magenta
- Epson T1284 Yellow
The Epson Stylus SX438W is a compact printing device designed for home and small office users. This budget-friendly device offers enhanced connectivity and superior productivity by using four individual Epson Stylus SX438W Ink Cartridges so you only need to replace the colour used. Though it lacks in several features like PictBridge port, overall a good choice for workgroups and growing businesses.
How can I install the ink cartridges in my Epson Stylus SX438W printer for the first time?
The installation process for the printer is very simple and can be accomplished in 3 simple steps. To go through the process of installation, follow the steps below and carry out the actions accordingly:
Step 1: Unpacking the Epson Stylus SX438W ink cartridges
Do not open the ink cartridge package until you are ready to install it in the printer. The cartridge comes in a vacuum packed to maintain its reliability. Remove all the protective material from the package, once you are ready to carry out the installation process.
Step 2: Turn On the Printer
- Connect and plug in the printer
- Turn it ON
- Select the language you prefer, for installing the cartridges
Step 3: Installing the ink cartridges
- Open the top cover of the printer to install the new ink cartridges
- Shake the Epson Stylus SX438W ink cartridges 3-4 times before installing them in the printer
- Remove the packaging material and unpack them
- Carefully remove the yellow tape from the cartridges.
Note: If you forget to remove the yellow tape from the cartridges, you may not able to print properly. - Then, install each cartridge at its place in the correct cartridge slot as indicated and press them down firmly until it clicks into place
- Gently, close the cartridge door and scanner unit cover
- Turn the power ON and then click on the OK button to continue with the printing
The Epson Stylus SX438W ink cartridges installed for the first time in your printer will be partly used to charge the printhead. These cartridges will print fewer pages compared to its subsequent ink cartridges. This is so because for the first time when you install the cartridges the machine will make use of extra ink to fill the delivery tubes, though this is a one-time process that will enable the machine to carry out high-quality printing.