If your Epson DX9450 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 DX9450 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson DX9450 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson DX9450 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

How the Error Appears

• Printer refuses to print even with ink available
• Epson Status Monitor shows maintenance warning
• Blinking lights and blocked jobs
• Device is locked until reset is performed

Three Steps to Restore Epson DX9450 Printing

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson DX9450 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson DX9450.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson DX9450 to finalize.

Most Epson DX9450 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

• 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

Troubleshooting

• Run the app as Administrator.
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).

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