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Epson ME-1100 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Fix Epson ME-1100 Service Required – Waste Counter Reset

Epson ME-1100 Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson ME-1100 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ME-1100 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson ME-1100 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ME-1100 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Common Symptoms

  • ‘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

Three Steps to Restore Epson ME-1100 Printing

  1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson ME-1100 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
  2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson ME-1100 appears in the device list.
  3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson ME-1100.
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Most Epson ME-1100 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
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.

Guide prepared for Epson ME-1100 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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