Epson TX125 Locked by Waste Ink Counter? Reset & Print Again

Epson TX125 Locked by Waste Ink Counter? Reset & Print Again

Epson TX125 error E11 / Service required indicates a full waste ink counter. Fix it fast with WicReset Connect. Keys start at 6 EUR. USB (Windows 7–11).

Common Symptoms – Epson TX125

  • Printer refuses to print, LEDs flashing.
  • Shows Error E11 or Service required.
  • Displays warning: Ink Pad Needs Service.

Why Epson TX125 stops

Epson TX125 monitors maintenance waste via a waste ink counter. When the threshold is reached, the printer locks to avoid leakage. Resetting the counter usually restores normal operation; pads may not be actually full.

Quick facts – Epson TX125 reset

ModelErrorSolutionOSReset time
Epson TX125Error E11 / Ink Pad Needs ServiceWicReset ConnectWindows 7–11 (USB only)~2 minutes

Download reset tool & driver

No verified official Epson driver found for Epson TX125. Please refer to Epson Setup Navi for compatible software.

Video tutorial

▶ Watch WicReset tutorial

Available in many languages with narration.

Reset steps for Epson TX125

  1. Connect Epson TX125 to your PC via USB cable.
  2. Launch WicReset Connect and ensure the printer is detected.
  3. Buy a reset key, input it, and click Reset.
  4. Wait ~2 minutes, then turn the printer off and on again.

FAQ – Epson TX125

Why blocked if pads aren’t full?

The counter is an estimate; it can lock before physical saturation.

Does resetting change ink levels?

No — it affects only the waste ink counter.

Can I reset over a USB hub?

Use a direct, high-quality USB cable for best stability.

Will I lose settings?

No — network/print settings remain.

Can I print immediately after reset?

Yes — power-cycle the printer and it’s ready.

Tips for Epson TX125 reset

  • Reset around ~95% to avoid full lock.
  • Reduce unnecessary head cleanings.
  • Use a short, high-quality USB cable for stability.

This page is dedicated to Epson TX125 reset instructions using WicReset Connect.

What you need

  • WicReset Connect key (only about €6 – the cheapest option)
  • Windows PC
  • USB cable

Time required

About 2 minutes

Difficulty

Very easy

Works for errors

  • Epson: E10, E11, E12, E91 and similar service errors
  • Canon: 1700, 5800 and similar waste ink / support code errors
  • Messages like “Waste ink counter full”, “Ink pad at the end of its service life”

Supported printer series

Epson: Artisan, B / BX, C / CX, D / DX, EP / EW, EcoTank (ET), K, L-series, M / ME, N / NX, P / PX / PM, Photo, R / RX, S / SC / SX, T / TX, WorkForce / WF and many other popular series.


Reset Epson ink pad service

If your Epson shows messages like “Ink pad is at the end of its service life”, “Ink pad service required” or “Waste ink pad full”, you can reset the Epson ink pad service using a WicReset Connect key. The program resets the internal waste ink counter, so the printer works again without visiting a service center.

  • Fixes “Epson ink pad service” / “Service required” warnings in a few minutes.
  • Works as a reset Epson ink pad service solution for most EcoTank, L-series, ET-series, XP, WF and Stylus printers.
  • No hardware resetter needed – only a Windows PC, USB cable and WicReset Connect.

FAQ (short)

Q: Do I need to replace the physical ink pad?
A: In most home and office cases you only reset the waste ink counter with WicReset Connect and keep using the printer normally.

Q: Is this a one-time reset?
A: Each key resets the counter once. You can repeat the procedure in the future with another key if the message appears again.