Epson L4263 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson L4263 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
The Epson L4263 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.
Understanding the Epson L4263 Waste Ink Counter
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L4263 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
How the Error Appears
- ‘Service Required’ / service life message in driver or utility
- Maintenance/support code (varies by model/driver)
- Printing stops after cleaning cycles
- Warning repeats after restarting the printer
Reset Epson L4263 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps
- Step 1: Connect Epson L4263 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
- Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L4263 is detected.
- Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L4263 to finalize.
Most Epson L4263 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
What You Need
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
If the Printer Is Not Detected
- Restart printer and PC, then try again.
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
FAQ
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Guide prepared for Epson L4263 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.