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Epson R290 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Epson R290 Ink Pad Counter Reset Guide

Epson R290 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson R290 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

The Epson R290 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.

What Causes the Epson R290 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson R290 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Epson R290 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

  1. Step 1: Connect Epson R290 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
  2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson R290.
  3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson R290.
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Most Epson R290 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

  • 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

FAQ

What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.

Guide prepared for Epson R290 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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