User level: Level 1 (18 points)After updating two of my iMacs to Golden Gate 27.0 the systems will not print to my Epson WF-4630.
The printer is on the network.
Strangely, the scan function still works.
Epson software update app does not find any updates.
Posted on Sep 15, 2026 11:35 AM
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)Sep 17, 2026 3:14 AM in response to BigUglyMike
Because the Epson WF-4630 is an older model, its printing extension relies on legacy Intel-based code that requires Rosetta 2 to function. Scanning still works because macOS handles network image acquisition (ICA protocol) natively, bypassing the legacy print driver architecture. Apple has removed Rosetta 2 from macOS golden gate
Try to use the AirPrint method instead
Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners.
Control-click (right-click) anywhere inside the printer list on the left and select Reset printing system. (Warning: This clears all existing printers, which you will need to re-add).
Click the Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax... button (the plus sign).
Select your Epson WF-4630 from the network list.
Under the Use dropdown menu at the bottom, ensure AirPrint or Secure AirPrint is selected instead of the dedicated Epson driver.
Click Add.
User level: Level 9 (72,871 points)Sep 17, 2026 7:34 AM in response to BigUglyMike
Based on user reports, macOS 27 Golden Gate has ‘broken’ printer drivers from several manufacturers.
The Epson WF-4630 supports AirPrint, which is the easiest way to connect to a printer, and does not require drivers from the manufacturer, only an AirPrint-capable printer.
The first step is to reset your printing system. Note that doing so will remove all your printers and you will need to re-add them, but that is Apple’s suggested method to solve printing problems.
Steps to Reset the Printing System
The next step is to re-add your AirPrint capable printer. Follow Apple’s instructions for that:
Print wirelessly from your Mac to your printer - Apple Support
User level: Level 1 (18 points)Sep 18, 2026 1:24 PM in response to neuroanatomist
Thanks for the all of the information.
I have not re-installed Rosetta 2.
It is now printing from my Mac Studio using "AirPrint".
I did have to generate a new security certificate.
Printing is working for now.
Reminds me of the bad old days when it was more "Plug and Pray" and not Plug and Play.
User level: Level 2 (340 points)Sep 17, 2026 3:27 PM in response to neuroanatomist
Agreed, but Golden Gate does not restore Rosetta if Golden Gate was installed via the upgrade path:
- that is an important distinction from earlier operating systems and is likely responsible for a lot of the Intel printer drivers not working. The filters used by the drivers are not apps, so the above message that indicates that it is Rosetta related is not shown. Maybe there is something helpful in the cups' error_log?
(It would be nice if users in other threads reported back on whether installing Rosetta helped.)
User level: Level 9 (72,871 points)Sep 17, 2026 7:04 AM in response to WheelieNick
WheelieNick wrote:
Because the Epson WF-4630 is an older model, its printing extension relies on legacy Intel-based code that requires Rosetta 2 to function. ... Apple has removed Rosetta 2 from macOS golden gate
That is false. macOS 27 Golden Gate will be the last version of macOS to include Rosetta 2, but it does still include it and Intel applications run normally on macOS Golden Gate.
Apple states, "When opening an Intel-based app, you might be notified that support is ending for Intel-based apps, and that the app or a component used by the app will not work with a future release of macOS (macOS 28).'
You might want to correct your boilerplate pasted text. macOS 27 'broke' several printer drivers, but Rosetta 2 is not the reason.
User level: Level 1 (6 points)Sep 27, 2026 1:44 PM in response to WheelieNick
@WheelieNick Your solution works for a new MacBook Air as well. Thank you!! I was envisioning having to get a printer delivered overnight.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256357501