Model-specific reset guide
Canon MG4100 Ink Absorber Full Reset
Canon MG4100 may block print jobs after recording enough cleaning and maintenance cycles. Use the sequence below to enter service mode and reset the stored value.
Understanding the Canon MG4100 ink absorber warning
Waste ink is routed away from the print head and retained inside the printer. The firmware in Canon MG4100 calculates usage and may stop new jobs to reduce overflow risk.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Canon MG4100. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
How to enter service mode on Canon MG4100
- Turn the printer off.
- Tryk og hold nede Stop/Reset.
- Mens du holder Stop/Reset, skal du trykke og holde Kraft.
- Release Stop/Reset but keep holding Power.
- Press and release Stop/Reset 6 gange.
- Wait briefly, then release Power. The power indicator should remain steadily lit.
Reset the counter in Canon MG4100
First make sure the power indicator is steady and no cartridge or mechanical error is active. Then prepare the Windows computer and direct USB connection.
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Prepare the printer
Resolve other errors, confirm a steady power light and enter service mode using the sequence above.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Canon MG4100 to a Windows 7, 8, 10 or 11 computer without Wi-Fi or a USB hub.
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Start Wic Reset Connect
Run the program as Administrator and wait until the Canon service-mode device is detected.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, select Reset and keep the printer connected until confirmation appears.
If Canon MG4100 is not detected
- Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and keep internet access active for key validation.
- If Windows does not detect a service-mode device, restart the printer normally, wait 10 seconds and repeat the preparation.
- Close Canon maintenance utilities and clear paused print jobs before opening Wic Reset Connect.
- If the power light blinks, resolve the displayed cartridge, paper or mechanical error before trying service mode again.
Canon MG4100 reset FAQ
What if my reset key was used during a failed attempt?
Correct the cause first, then use the new-key generator or contact support for assistance.
Hvor mange gange skal jeg trykke på Stop/Reset?
For Canon MG4100, use 6 Stop/Reset presses in the sequence shown on this page.
Does Canon MG4100 require service mode?
Yes. The printer must expose its maintenance interface before the counter can be reset with Wic Reset Connect.
Restore Canon MG4100
Ready to reset Canon MG4100? Verify the power light, USB connection and service-mode state before continuing.