When the Epson L1258 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 L1258 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson L1258 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L1258 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Common Symptoms

• 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

Epson L1258 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L1258 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L1258 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L1258 to finalize.

Most Epson L1258 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Common Fixes

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

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