The Epson DX5050 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson DX5050 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson DX5050 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson DX5050 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

Step-by-Step: Epson DX5050 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Connect Epson DX5050 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson DX5050 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson DX5050 to finalize.

Most Epson DX5050 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

Frequently Asked Questions