If your Epson ET-2701 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

A waste ink counter in the Epson ET-2701 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson ET-2701 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2701 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Typical Signs

• 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

Step-by-Step: Epson ET-2701 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Connect Epson ET-2701 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ET-2701 is detected.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson ET-2701.

Most Epson ET-2701 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.

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