Epson K105 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson K105 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 K105 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
Understanding the Epson K105 Waste Ink Counter
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson K105 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
Epson K105 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps
- Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson K105 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
- Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson K105.
- Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson K105.
Most Epson K105 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
System Requirements
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
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.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Guide prepared for Epson K105 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
