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Name: Epson - EcoTank Pro ET-5170 Wireless All-in-One Supertank Printer - White
Brand: Epson
SKU: 6459602
Price: 399.99 USD
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 4.2 (160 reviews)

Epson - EcoTank Pro ET-5170 Wireless All-in-One Supertank Printer - White

Model:: C11CJ88201; |
SKU:: 6459602

User rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars with 160 reviews.

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QuestionDoes this printer offer double-sided printing?
- Answer Yes, the printer has an auto 2-sided printing feature.
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QuestionWhat is the paper tray capacity of this printer?
- Answer This printer has a 250-sheet paper tray.
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QuestionCan I print from my phone or tablet with this printer?
- Answer Yes, you can control, set up, and monitor the printer from your mobile device using the Epson Smart Panel app.
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QuestionHow long is the warranty on this Epson EcoTank printer?
- Answer This printer comes with a 2-year limited warranty when you register the product.
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QuestionWhat is the print speed of this Epson printer?
- Answer This model has a print speed of up to 17 black or 9.5 color ISO pages per minute.
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QuestionDoes this Epson printer require ink cartridges?
- Answer No, this is a cartridge-free printer that uses high-yield ink bottles.
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QuestionWhat is the difference between the 5170 and the 5180 printers?
Asked 3 years ago by Kay.
- Answer Hello Kay. The ET-5170 and ET-5180 are both very similar in specifications. The main difference is that the ET-5180 includes PCL/PostScript support. If you need PCL/PostScript support, we recommend choosing the ET-5180, and you can find the latest driver available for download on our official Epson Support page. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionWill it print 11 x 17 paper
Asked 3 years ago by Smoak.
- Answer Hi Smoak, The EcoTank Pro ET-5170's paper path is 8.5 inches wide. The largest sheet it can print is 8.5 inches by 14 inches. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.
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QuestionI understand that Epson recommends printing with the ET-5170 at least every couple of weeks to prevent clogged print nozzles. If that's correct, is it necessary to print in multiple colors each time or just printing black text each time is adequate?
Asked 4 years ago by PrinterGirl.
- Answer Hi PrinterGirl, If you are printing to keep ink from drying around the nozzles to prevent potential clogs you should print using color and black. A nozzles check uses all the colors so it is a convenient way to do a biweekly print. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.
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QuestionDoes it support duplex scanning? If not, which ecotank printer supports duplex scanning?
Asked 3 years ago by duplex.
- Answer Hello duplex. The ET-5170 can only do Automatic 2-Sided printing. Unfortunately, the ET-5170 does not include Automatic 2-Sided scanning. We recommend looking at ET-5880 as the printer includes Automatic 2-Sided print, copy, scan, and fax functionality. The printer is currently in stock on BestBuy's website, but please be aware that inventory can change at any time. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionCan this printer scan multiple copies (how many) as a single pdf file I can save and email?
Asked 4 years ago by K5.
- Answer Hello K5. You can scan multiple originals and save them into a single PDF using the Auto Document Feeder on the ET-5170. The document feeder can load approximately 35 sheets of plain paper at a time. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionWill a Et 5170 print card stock if so what weight Thanks Al
Asked 2 years ago by Al.
- Answer Hi Al, The EcoTank Pro ET-5170 can handle media that is up to 68 lbs. Enabling the Short Grain Paper setting in the printer driver prevents ink from smearing when printing on thick media or envelopes. Regards, Dylan - The Epson Team.
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Questionwhat is the difference between the ET-5170 and the ET-5150?
Asked 3 years ago by twiddybird.
- Answer Hi twiddybird, The EcoTank Pro ET-5170 includes fax capabilities. The ET-5150 does not. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.
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QuestionCan you scan to email directly from the printer?
Asked 4 years ago by ReadytoBuy.
- Answer Hello ReadytoBuy. The ET-5170 can scan to the cloud directly from the control panel. You can register an email with Epson Connect, and using that option; it can scan your files to that destination. For more information on Epson Connect and its functionality, please visit our official Epson Support page. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionOn the ET-5170 & ET-5800, can I operate these units in a location with no internet access? Can I get a CD with the drivers for Mac OS 11.6? If no CD, after downloading the drivers from the web can I use the units without ever needing the web again?
Asked 4 years ago by Chuck.
- Answer Hi Chuck, The ET-5170 and ET-5800 do not require Internet access to work. Epson no longer supplies a driver CD for those models. You can download the drivers to your Mac from the Epson Support site and use a Wi-Fi connection to print and scan. The Wi-Fi network does not need to be Internet-connected. With a suitable adaptor, you can also connect your Mac to one of the printers using a USB cable. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.
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QuestionI only usually print about 5 or so pages (documents) a week. If I fill the ET-5170 ink tanks with 542 ink and it expires in the ink tanks before I can use it up, can it cause serious print issues or printer damage? If so, is there any solution for me?
Asked 4 years ago by Jimmy.
- Answer Hello Jimmy. To help avoid ink-related issues, we recommend doing routine user maintenance on your ET-5170. You can print out a nozzle check regularly and complete cleanings from the maintenance menu as necessary. Please see the User's Guide available on our official Epson Support page for more information on this process. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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Questioncan I use my home number as my fax number at the same time
Asked 4 years ago by Nicki.
- Answer Hi Nicki, Yes you can. The EcoTank Pro ET-5170 works like a typical fax machine. It has two phone jacks, one for the phone line and one to connect a telephone. You set the number of rings before the ET-5170 answers calls to receive faxes. In order to use the fax feature you must have a standard landline. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.
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QuestionIs there a separate paper feed tray where envelopes can be placed without having to remove the copy paper that is already loaded? This is a feature I'm looking for that was not available in the "home" models of the Eco Tank printers.
Asked 4 years ago by Jenny.
- Answer Hello Jenny. Yes, the ET-5170 includes a rear paper feed slot that can load various paper types, including envelopes. Keep in mind if you plan to use the rear paper feed slot, you can only load one envelope at a time. If you would like to load more envelopes, you still have the paper cassette as an additional option. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionGood evenng Does Epson sell the ET 5100 still? Does Epson make a 2 tray supetank printer?
Asked 3 days ago by Debbie.
- Answer Hello Debbie. The ET-5170 has not been discontinued, but it is currently out of stock on Best Buy's website. If you're looking for a 2-tray supertank printer alternative, we recommend looking at the ET-5850. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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QuestionI am looking for an Epson printer $500.00 or less. Am looking for an ET photo printer - with cd/dvd printing capabilities. I assume Epson does not have just photo printers with a cd/dvd printing. Thank You for your time.
Asked 1 year ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hello. The ET-8550 is a great printer for photography and CD/DVD printing but unfortunately, it is above that price point. If you don't mind using Ink Cartridges, look at the XP-970 or the XP-15000. Both printers are under the $500 price point and are photography printers with CD/DVD printing functionality included. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
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Epson - EcoTank Pro ET-5170 Wireless All-in-One Supertank Printer - White

Q: QuestionDoes this printer offer double-sided printing?

Q: QuestionWhat is the paper tray capacity of this printer?

Q: QuestionCan I print from my phone or tablet with this printer?

Q: QuestionHow long is the warranty on this Epson EcoTank printer?

Q: QuestionWhat is the print speed of this Epson printer?

Q: QuestionDoes this Epson printer require ink cartridges?

Q: QuestionWhat is the difference between the 5170 and the 5180 printers?

Q: QuestionWill it print 11 x 17 paper

Q: QuestionI understand that Epson recommends printing with the ET-5170 at least every couple of weeks to prevent clogged print nozzles. If that's correct, is it necessary to print in multiple colors each time or just printing black text each time is adequate?

Q: QuestionDoes it support duplex scanning? If not, which ecotank printer supports duplex scanning?

Q: QuestionCan this printer scan multiple copies (how many) as a single pdf file I can save and email?

Q: QuestionWill a Et 5170 print card stock if so what weight Thanks Al

Q: Questionwhat is the difference between the ET-5170 and the ET-5150?

Q: QuestionCan you scan to email directly from the printer?

Q: QuestionOn the ET-5170 & ET-5800, can I operate these units in a location with no internet access? Can I get a CD with the drivers for Mac OS 11.6? If no CD, after downloading the drivers from the web can I use the units without ever needing the web again?

Q: QuestionI only usually print about 5 or so pages (documents) a week. If I fill the ET-5170 ink tanks with 542 ink and it expires in the ink tanks before I can use it up, can it cause serious print issues or printer damage? If so, is there any solution for me?

Q: Questioncan I use my home number as my fax number at the same time

Q: QuestionIs there a separate paper feed tray where envelopes can be placed without having to remove the copy paper that is already loaded? This is a feature I'm looking for that was not available in the "home" models of the Eco Tank printers.

Q: QuestionGood evenng Does Epson sell the ET 5100 still? Does Epson make a 2 tray supetank printer?

Q: QuestionI am looking for an Epson printer $500.00 or less. Am looking for an ET photo printer - with cd/dvd printing capabilities. I assume Epson does not have just photo printers with a cd/dvd printing. Thank You for your time.

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QuestionCan I print from my phone or tablet with this printer?

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QuestionDoes this Epson printer require ink cartridges?

QuestionWhat is the difference between the 5170 and the 5180 printers?

QuestionWill it print 11 x 17 paper

QuestionI understand that Epson recommends printing with the ET-5170 at least every couple of weeks to prevent clogged print nozzles. If that's correct, is it necessary to print in multiple colors each time or just printing black text each time is adequate?

QuestionDoes it support duplex scanning? If not, which ecotank printer supports duplex scanning?

QuestionCan this printer scan multiple copies (how many) as a single pdf file I can save and email?

QuestionWill a Et 5170 print card stock if so what weight Thanks Al

Questionwhat is the difference between the ET-5170 and the ET-5150?

QuestionCan you scan to email directly from the printer?

QuestionOn the ET-5170 & ET-5800, can I operate these units in a location with no internet access? Can I get a CD with the drivers for Mac OS 11.6? If no CD, after downloading the drivers from the web can I use the units without ever needing the web again?

QuestionI only usually print about 5 or so pages (documents) a week. If I fill the ET-5170 ink tanks with 542 ink and it expires in the ink tanks before I can use it up, can it cause serious print issues or printer damage? If so, is there any solution for me?

Questioncan I use my home number as my fax number at the same time

QuestionIs there a separate paper feed tray where envelopes can be placed without having to remove the copy paper that is already loaded? This is a feature I'm looking for that was not available in the "home" models of the Eco Tank printers.

QuestionGood evenng Does Epson sell the ET 5100 still? Does Epson make a 2 tray supetank printer?

QuestionI am looking for an Epson printer $500.00 or less. Am looking for an ET photo printer - with cd/dvd printing capabilities. I assume Epson does not have just photo printers with a cd/dvd printing. Thank You for your time.