Model-specific reset guide
Epson L805 Reset Waste Ink Counter
If your Epson L805 has stopped with an ink pad or service-life warning, the printer may have reached its waste ink counter limit. This model-specific guide explains what the message means and how to complete the reset with Wic Reset Connect.
Before resetting Epson L805
During head cleaning and normal maintenance, unused ink is directed into internal absorber pads. Epson L805 estimates that accumulation with a software counter; it does not directly measure the physical amount of ink in the pads.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Epson L805. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
Reset the counter in Epson L805
The reset normally takes only a few minutes, but the printer must be detected correctly before the key is used.
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Install the original driver
Install the official Epson driver for L805 and confirm that Windows can see the printer.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Epson L805 to the computer without Wi-Fi, a hub or an adapter.
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Start Wic Reset Connect
Close Epson Status Monitor, run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and select Epson L805.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, choose Reset and keep the printer connected until completion.
If Epson L805 is not detected
- Clear paused print jobs and restart both the printer and Windows if another program is holding the USB connection.
- Install the original Epson driver for L805; a generic Windows driver may not expose the required communication interface.
- Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and keep the internet connection active throughout validation.
- Connect the printer directly to the computer. Do not use Wi-Fi, a USB hub, docking station or print server.
Epson L805 reset FAQ
Can I reset Epson L805 over Wi-Fi?
No. Wic Reset Connect requires a direct USB connection to the Windows computer.
How long does the reset take?
The reset itself usually finishes in about 1–2 minutes after the printer has been detected correctly.
Does Epson L805 need service mode?
No. Epson printers do not use the Canon service-mode sequence. Connect the printer normally by USB.
Restore Epson L805
Complete the Epson L805 counter reset with Wic Reset Connect and assistance whenever you need it.