Model-specific reset guide
Epson PX-404A Reset Waste Ink Counter
If your Epson PX-404A 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.
Why Epson PX-404A stops printing
An ink pad message is a maintenance safeguard. It indicates that Epson PX-404A has reached a stored waste ink value that must be reset before normal printing can resume.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Epson PX-404A. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
Reset the counter in Epson PX-404A
Start with the connection checks below, then run the reset without opening other printer programs during the process.
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Install the original driver
Install the official Epson driver for PX-404A and confirm that Windows can see the printer.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Epson PX-404A 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 PX-404A.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, choose Reset and keep the printer connected until completion.
If Epson PX-404A is not detected
- Clear paused print jobs and restart both the printer and Windows if another program is holding the USB connection.
- Connect the printer directly to the computer. Do not use Wi-Fi, a USB hub, docking station or print server.
- Close Epson Status Monitor and any other Epson maintenance software before starting Wic Reset Connect.
- Install the original Epson driver for PX-404A; a generic Windows driver may not expose the required communication interface.
Epson PX-404A reset FAQ
Can I reset Epson PX-404A 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 PX-404A need service mode?
No. Epson printers do not use the Canon service-mode sequence. Connect the printer normally by USB.
Restore Epson PX-404A
Ready to restore Epson PX-404A? Check the requirements once more and start the guided reset.