The Epson ET-2804 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 ET-2804 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson ET-2804 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2804 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Common Symptoms

• ‘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

Step-by-Step: Epson ET-2804 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-2804 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ET-2804 is detected.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson ET-2804.

Most Epson ET-2804 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)
• Stable Internet connection during reset
• Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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