The Epson ET-2705 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 ET-2705 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson ET-2705 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2705 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Typical Signs

• ‘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

Step-by-Step: Epson ET-2705 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson ET-2705 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ET-2705.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson ET-2705.

Most Epson ET-2705 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

Common Fixes

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.

Frequently Asked Questions