Genuine OEM Epson Waste Ink Assembly Originally Shipped With XP-7100, XP-645, XP-7101

epson xp-7100 model # C491W inkpad at end of life. do you have replacement?

we can help with the inkpad for the xp-7100.  click HERE for the offering.  if you prefer long links, here you go!  https://www.parts-distribution.com/products/oem-epson-waste-ink-assembly-originally-shipped-with-xp-7100-xp-645-xp-7101

Next, you will also need a reset utility.  the following is a link provided by epson to reset your printer.  this reduces the page count by 30% - 40% - only works on windows based computers - and the printer needs to be physically connected to the printer.  the good news is that this link is FREE.  https://epson.com/Support/wa00819

Where can I get installation instructions for the ink pad replacement for an XP-7100 Epson printer?

hi ron!  we do not have instructions - nor do instructions come with the part.  but know that I have had people 85 years old call - express a little concern - and call me back cheerfully reporting tht they did it!  if you feel like this will put you over your heads - I would take your printer to a service center.

this part is on the bottom of the printer - right hand side towards the front.  scews come out, the old part pops right off.  look for a small hose just inside of the cavity - if there is, position it towards the cener of the assembly.  pop the new one in.  screws put back in.  run the following link on a windows based PC that is physically connected to your printer.  https://epson.com/Support/wa00819

My Epson WorkForce 646 ink pad needs to be replaced. Do you sell the pads for this model? If not any suggestions where to purchase items?

the pads/waste assembly for the workforce 646 are discontinued.  we have run through our stock in this item.  finding this part will be exceedingly difficult.

Will this be compatible with the Epson XP 830 printer?

we can help with the waste ink assemby for the XP-830.  Click HERE for the offering.  if you prefer long links, here you go!  https://www.parts-distribution.com/products/oem-epson-waste-ink-assembly-for-xp-621-xp-750-xp-760-xp-830-xp-601-xp-600

Earlier I queried as to hooking up the printer to the computer to install the Maintenance Reset Utility after replacing the waste ink receptical thinking this would reset the counter so the printer could continue working like new. Further reading told me I was completely wrong. If I have read correctly it seems that either the printer can not be reset to continue using it like new or there is a completely different program required to do this. So is the Maintenance Reset Utility all there is? I like my printer and was hoping I could replace the waste ink receptical and "rejuvinate" the printer for hopefully years more use. My printer is several years old and I intend to replace the waste ink receptical myself and have no intention of shipping my printer out to an Epson facility. I am competent enough to accomplish the replacement of the waste ink receptical but was under the impression once that replacement had been accomplished I would be able to continue using the printer much longer than for just a short time. Am I missing something?

okay, please allow us to simplify this for you.  Please pardon the brevity.

Epson has a FREE reset program that only works with Windows based computers.  This reset program is considered temporary as it only reduces the page count by 30% - 40%.  When using this program, be sure that your computer is connected using a USB Cable as a wifi connection errors out.  Be sure your printer is on.

Next, HERE is the reset program.  when go to this link, scroll down the page - input your person information - when you click submit - the software will down load t your downloads subdirectory.  super easy.

When you double click on the downloaded programs, prompts will guide you through the reset.  just follow the prompts.

We suggest doing the above first.  It will clear the errors - from there, you can go through swapping out the pads.  Most people get hung up on the technology side - the physical side of replacing the part tends to be easier for people.

If the above does NOT clear the error, reply back, we can help you through the plan B.  If you have an Apple computer, we can provide basic guidance.

Why is a reset required?  Some Waste Ink Assemblies require a chip.  Others don't.  The chipped assemblies do NOT require the reset.  The chipped assemblies are for certain printer models.  

I purchased the Epson Waste Ink Assembly from you for my XP-7100 printer. I have installed it but am still unable to print. I need the WIC reset utility in order to reset the counter. The link that you mentioned--quoted here -- "Next, you will also need a reset utility. the following is a link provided by epson to reset your printer. this reduces the page count by 30% - 40% - only works on windows based computers - and the printer needs to be physically connected to the printer. the good news is that this link is FREE. https://epson.com/Support/wa00819" doesn't work. It only takes me to the Epson website where I can purchase a new printer or contact local printer repair servicers in my area. Do you have a secure link that will reset the Waste Ink Counter on my printer? Thank you for the help.

happy to help - not sure what link you are using - but here is the link:  https://epson.com/Support/wa00819   If you scroll down the page - epson asks for basic information and provides a download file.  let us know if this does not work out for you.

Is there a chip on the box to reset?

no.  the printers in this offering use a waste ink assembly box that does not use a chip.  A reset program is used to clear the error on the printer.

What do I do if I have an Apple Mac computer? I do not have Windows?

we don't sell any reset programs - they are customized programs and we simply can't verify what is under the hood.  so this is what we recommend to our apple users.  simply visit ebay, search for your model with "reset utility" in the search.  be sure to check reviews and feedback.  cost will range from $8 to $20 bucks.  what we like about ebay is if someone is doing something naughty, you will find out about it in the feedback.

Does this assembly come with the ink pads or is it only the case?

Good question.  what you see in the picture is exactly what you will receive.  the pads come int plastic case preinstalled.  please know that this part does NOT come with installation instructions. 

after the assembly is replaced - you need to run a utility to reduce the page count.  epson has one that is FREE but they only reduce the page count by 30 - 40%.  And it only works on windows based computers.  Finally, we have found that the computer needs to be physically connected to the printer using a USB port.  Customers that have tried running the epson reset utility without being physically connected have received an error message.  by the way, click HERE for the epson utility that is free. Questions that you may have:

Are there other utilities that do the same thing or that work with Apple products?
Yes.  We do not support any of such products - there are third party developers that have developed such utilities.  Since we only stock OEM parts - and with all the issues surrounding hacking - we do not recommend any third party utility.

If you are connected with WIFI - will the epson utility work?
We have have had a number of customers report that it did not work out for them.

does the OEM Epson Waste Ink Assemply ship with the ink pads?

yes!  what you will receive is exactly in the offering picture.  the pads come installed in the plastic assembly.

need the waste ink cartridge replacements for an epson workforce 545. size is approximately 4 X 3.75". took them out of the box and attempted to wash and they fell apart. will this fit?

simply put - no.  epson discontinued the maintenance box for the workforce 545 about 2 years ago.  there are no substitutes for this part.  sorry for the bad news.