Epson PX-405A Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson PX-405A reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

The Epson PX-405A tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

Understanding the Epson PX-405A Waste Ink Counter

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson PX-405A waste counter reset in minutes.

Typical Signs

• Printer refuses to print even with ink available
• Epson Status Monitor shows maintenance warning
• Blinking lights and blocked jobs
• Device is locked until reset is performed

Epson PX-405A Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Krok 1: Connect Epson PX-405A to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Krok 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson PX-405A.
3. Krok 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson PX-405A.

Most Epson PX-405A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

• USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
• Stable Internet connection during reset
• Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
• Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key

Troubleshooting

• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.

Frequently Asked Questions