The Epson XP-225 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

A waste ink counter in the Epson XP-225 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why Does the Epson XP-225 Show ‘Service Required’?

Most Epson XP-225 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Step-by-Step: Epson XP-225 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson XP-225 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson XP-225 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson XP-225 to finalize.

Most Epson XP-225 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

Common Fixes

• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).

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