The Epson XP-257 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 XP-257 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why Does the Epson XP-257 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson XP-257 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Three Steps to Restore Epson XP-257 Printing

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson XP-257 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson XP-257.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson XP-257.

Most Epson XP-257 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Common Fixes

• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.