How to Use Epson L3156 Printer in WiFi Direct Mode

How to Use Epson L3156 Printer in WiFi Direct Mode

If you don’t have a router or wireless network available, you can still connect your devices directly to the Epson L3156 WiFi printer using WiFi Direct mode. This feature allows your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to communicate directly with the printer — no external WiFi connection needed.

Step 1: Understand What WiFi Direct Is

WiFi Direct lets your Epson printer act as a wireless access point, creating its own temporary WiFi network.
This means your device can connect directly to the printer, ideal for quick printing when no router or internet connection is available.

You can use WiFi Direct for:

  • Printing photos and documents from a smartphone

  • Scanning directly to your phone (via the Epson Smart Panel app)

  • Temporary connections during setup or troubleshooting

Step 2: Prepare Your Epson L3156 Printer

Before enabling WiFi Direct:

  • Turn on your Epson L3156 printer.

  • Ensure it’s not connected to any other network (you can still use both WiFi and WiFi Direct, but for simplicity, start fresh).

  • Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is in ready mode.

Step 3: Enable WiFi Direct on Epson L3156

  1. Press and hold the WiFi button on the printer’s control panel for about 7 seconds until both the WiFi and WiFi Direct lights start flashing.

  2. The printer will automatically create a WiFi Direct network.

  3. Wait a few moments until the WiFi Direct light becomes steady — this means the printer’s WiFi Direct signal is active and ready for pairing.

Step 4: Print the Network Status Sheet (Optional but Recommended)

This sheet contains important information such as the SSID (network name) and password needed to connect your device.
To print it:

  1. Press and hold the Network Information or Info button (the one near the WiFi icon).

  2. The printer will print a Network Status Sheet.

  3. Look for details like:

    • SSID: DIRECT-xxxxxxxx

    • Password: 12345678 (example)

    • Connection Mode: WiFi Direct

Keep this sheet nearby for the next step.

Step 5: Connect Your Smartphone or Computer to the Printer

Now that WiFi Direct is active, connect your device directly to the printer’s network:

  1. Open WiFi settings on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

  2. Look for the SSID printed on the Network Status Sheet (e.g., “DIRECT-EPSON-L3156”).

  3. Tap on it and enter the WiFi Direct password shown on the same sheet.

  4. Once connected, your device will show “Connected” or “Connected without internet.” This is normal — WiFi Direct doesn’t require an internet connection.

Step 6: Print Using Epson Smart Panel App (Mobile Devices)

If you’re printing from a smartphone or tablet:

  1. Open the Epson Smart Panel App.

  2. If it doesn’t automatically detect the printer, tap “Add a Product.”

  3. Choose “Connect via WiFi Direct.”

  4. The app will search for available printers.

  5. Select your Epson L3156 when it appears.

  6. Once connected, you can print photos, PDFs, or scanned documents directly from the app.

Step 7: Print from a Laptop or PC

If you’re using a computer:

  1. Connect your laptop to the printer’s WiFi Direct network using the SSID and password printed earlier.

  2. Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers (Windows) or System Settings > Printers & Scanners (macOS).

  3. Click Add Printer.

  4. Your Epson L3156 should appear automatically in the list of available printers.

  5. Select it and complete the setup.

  6. You can now print directly via WiFi Direct without a router.

Step 8: Disable WiFi Direct (Optional)

Once you’re done printing, you can turn off WiFi Direct to save power or prevent unauthorized access.
To disable it:

  1. Press and hold the WiFi button on the printer for 7 seconds again.

  2. The WiFi Direct light will turn off.

Step 9: Troubleshooting WiFi Direct Issues

If you encounter problems:

  • WiFi Direct not showing up: Hold the WiFi button longer (up to 10 seconds) until the WiFi Direct light blinks steadily.

  • Device can’t connect: Double-check the password from the Network Status Sheet and re-enter it carefully.

  • Printing fails: Reconnect the device to the WiFi Direct network and ensure the Epson Smart Panel app is updated.

  • Slow transfer speed: Keep your device close to the printer to maintain a strong signal.

Step 10: Advantages of Using WiFi Direct

  • Works without a router or internet connection.

  • Quick setup — perfect for mobile printing.

  • Great for temporary or travel use.

  • Supports multiple device types (Android, iPhone, Windows, macOS).

Final Note:
WiFi Direct mode is a lifesaver when you need to print something urgently but don’t have access to your main WiFi network. It offers the same printing quality and speed as a normal WiFi connection, making the Epson L3156 a truly versatile wireless printer for home and office use.

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