Epson ME-101 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson ME-101 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 ME-101 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
What Causes the Epson ME-101 Ink Pad Counter Warning?
A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson ME-101 waste counter reset in minutes.
Epson ME-101 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps
- Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ME-101 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
- Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ME-101 is detected.
- Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ME-101 to finalize.
Most Epson ME-101 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
What You Need
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Guide prepared for Epson ME-101 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
