If your Epson ET-M1129 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ET-M1129 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson ET-M1129 Show ‘Service Required’?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson ET-M1129 waste counter reset in minutes.

How the Error Appears

• ‘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

Epson ET-M1129 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-M1129 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ET-M1129.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson ET-M1129.

Most Epson ET-M1129 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Run the app as Administrator.

Frequently Asked Questions