Epson ME-401 Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson ME-401 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ME-401 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson ME-401 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

与 Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ME-401 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

常见症状

• 打印机即使有墨水也拒绝打印
• 爱普生状态监视器显示维护警告
• 闪烁的灯光和受阻的工作
• 设备被锁定，直到执行重置

Step-by-Step: Epson ME-401 Waste Counter Reset

1. 步骤 1： Connect Epson ME-401 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. 步骤 2： 开放 Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ME-401.
3. 步骤 3： Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ME-401 to finalize.

Most Epson ME-401 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

开始之前

• 重置期间稳定的互联网连接
• 需要 USB 连接（不支持 Wi-Fi 重置）
• 有效 Wic 复位连接复位键
• Windows 7/8/10/11 电脑

故障排除

• 以管理员身份运行应用程序。.
• 试试另一条 USB 电缆（有些电缆只能充电）。.
• 如果验证失败，则暂时禁用 VPN/代理。.
• 关闭 Epson 状态监视器或其他打印机实用程序。.
• 使用直接 USB 连接（避免使用集线器）。.

常见问题