Epson Artisan 50 Waste Ink Counter Reset
The Epson Artisan 50 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.
The Epson Artisan 50 tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.
Understanding the Epson Artisan 50 Waste Ink Counter
Most Epson Artisan 50 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.
Three Steps to Restore Epson Artisan 50 Printing
- Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson Artisan 50 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
- Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson Artisan 50.
- Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson Artisan 50.
Most Epson Artisan 50 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
If the Printer Is Not Detected
- 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).
- Restart printer and PC, then try again.
FAQ
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.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Guide prepared for Epson Artisan 50 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
