Epson NX405 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson NX405 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson NX405 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson NX405 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson NX405 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

How the Error Appears

• 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 NX405 Printing

1. 1. korak: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson NX405 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. 2. korak: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson NX405 is detected.
3. 3. korak: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson NX405.

Most Epson NX405 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

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