The Epson ET-2871 is a widely used Epson printer. Like many Epson devices, it can stop printing when the internal waste ink counter reaches its predefined limit.

A waste ink counter in the Epson ET-2871 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson ET-2871 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2871 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

Epson ET-2871 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson ET-2871 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ET-2871 is detected.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ET-2871 to finalize.

Most Epson ET-2871 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.