Resetting Epson TX700W – Clear Waste Ink Counter & Resume Printing
If your Epson TX700W shows Ink Pad Needs Service or Service required (E11), the waste ink counter likely hit its limit. Use WicReset Connect + key to reset in ~2 minutes. Keys from 6 EUR, Windows 7–11, USB.
Typical Signs on Epson TX700W
- Printer refuses to print, LEDs flashing.
- Shows Error E11 or Service required.
- Displays warning: Ink Pad Needs Service.
Why Epson TX700W stops
To prevent spills, Epson TX700W relies on a waste ink counter. After the limit is reached, printing stops. Resetting that counter brings the device back online.
Quick facts – Epson TX700W reset
| Model | Error | Solution | OS | Reset time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson TX700W | Error E11 / Ink Pad Needs Service | WicReset Connect | Windows 7–11 (USB only) | ~2 minutes |
Download reset tool & driver
No verified official Epson driver found for Epson TX700W. Please refer to Epson Setup Navi for compatible software.
Video tutorial
Available in many languages with narration.
Reset steps for Epson TX700W
- Connect Epson TX700W to your PC via USB cable.
- Launch WicReset Connect and ensure the printer is detected.
- Buy a reset key, input it, and click Reset.
- Wait ~2 minutes, then turn the printer off and on again.
FAQ – Epson TX700W
Does reset clear Error E10, E11, E12, E91 / Service required?
✅ Yes — clearing the waste ink counter removes the error and restores printing.
Must I replace ink pads after reset?
Not necessarily — the error is triggered by counters, not always by physical pad saturation.
Can I reset via Wi-Fi?
No — reset works only over USB.
How long does it take?
Usually under 2 minutes.
Do I need a key?
Yes — WicReset Connect is free, but reset requires a paid single-use key.
Tips for Epson TX700W 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 TX700W 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.

