Epson L3100 Waste Ink Counter Reset
The Epson L3100 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.
The Epson L3100 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.
What Causes the Epson L3100 Ink Pad Counter Warning?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3100 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
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
Three Steps to Restore Epson L3100 Printing
- Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L3100 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
- Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L3100 appears in the device list.
- Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson L3100.
Most Epson L3100 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
What You Need
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
Troubleshooting
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
- Restart printer and PC, then try again.
FAQ
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Guide prepared for Epson L3100 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.