Epson Error 0x00000643

The printer installation failed.

Operation could not be completed (error 0x00000643)!

This message haunts all the Epson Printer users who want to use it on their computer system, yet unable to do that due to this error. Technically, this is not an issue with your Epson Printer; there is something wrong with your computer’s operating system or driver.

When you get a new Epson printer or want to install it on some new computer system; you might get the error and message of a failed installation. There could be any of these reasons which lead to this error message on your computer screen.

• No compatible driver installed for your Epson Printer
• Firewall or other security program is blocking the installation process
• Registry file has invalid entries
• Virus and other harmful malware attacks
• Outdated system driver setup files being executed

This is a common issue when the driver is not compatible or matches with your computer configuration. This will result in the failed installation; as most of the latest operating system comes with pre-installed drivers.

Sometimes the security software, Firewall, or local security software blocks the installation considering as a security threat. You can fix it by simply disabling or uninstalling such software.

When you are not sure; you should go for a virus scan of your computer system; these viruses are the common cause for stopping the installation process. In fact, if your computer system is virus-infected, then you need to clear it first and then go for printer installation.

We have an alternative method to get a quick fix for error 0x00000643. You just need to follow these steps and get the issue fixed.

• Again start the Printer in Safe mode with networking option
• Now, delete all the files and folder out of location which are
• Spool\printers
• Spool\Drivers\w32x86
• After that open the registry by following Start > Run > Type Regedit > OK
• Here, you need to locate the registry key and keep only the sub-keys such as drivers, the print processor
• Also, expand the version X subkeys and then you need to delete all printer driver entries
• And keep the following subkeys such as BJ language Monitor, Local port, PJL Language Monitor, Standard TCP/IP protocol, USB monitor
• You need to check the Print spooler service is it running or not
• Also, make sure that Print spooler service settings are on Automatic Mode. Once the mode starts the print spooler service restart the computer again
• Now, you can make an attempt to install the printer with the latest driver

These are the best alternatives a user can try with this error; if there is no improvement, then you should call the expert.