How To Reset Epson Printer Wf-2630 -

Epson WorkForce WF-2630 — Reset Guide

Important Notes for WF‑2630

• No “Power Clean” or manual gear reset – unlike older Epsons, this model doesn’t have accessible gears to reset the waste pad counter without software.
• Ink pad reset ≠ solving “ink cartridge not recognized” – for that, clean contacts or replace the cartridge.
• After factory reset, your printer’s IP address changes – if you use network printing, check the new IP in the printer’s network status report.

2. Factory Reset (Reset All Settings)

Use this to restore the printer to its original out-of-box state. This clears Wi-Fi credentials, network configurations, and all user preferences.

Procedure:

1. From the home screen, press the Home button (small house icon).
2. Use the arrow buttons to select Settings (gear icon) → press OK.
3. Navigate to Restore Default Settings → press OK.
4. Select Reset All Settings → press OK.
5. Select Yes on the confirmation screen → press OK.

Expected result: The printer restarts automatically. The language and initial setup wizard appear upon reboot. how to reset epson printer wf-2630

Note: This reset does not reset the waste ink pad counter.

1. Hard Reset (Power Cycle / System Reset)

A hard reset clears temporary errors, frozen screens, and unresponsive operations without erasing settings. Epson WorkForce WF-2630 — Reset Guide Important Notes

Procedure:

1. Press the Power button to turn the printer off.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer and from the wall outlet.
3. Disconnect the USB cable (if connected) and any Ethernet cable.
4. Wait 60 seconds (minimum) to allow internal capacitors to discharge.
5. Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds while the printer is unplugged (this drains residual charge).
6. Reconnect only the power cord.
7. Press the Power button to turn the printer on.

Expected result: The printer goes through a full initialization sequence. Previous wireless settings and user data remain intact. No “Power Clean” or manual gear reset –

3. Reset the Waste Ink Pad Counter (Service Required)

If you see “Service required” or “Parts inside printer at end of service life”, the waste ink counter needs resetting via software.

⚠️ Resetting without replacing the waste ink pads can cause ink to leak inside the printer.

2) Network settings reset (clear Wi‑Fi)

1. On the printer control panel, press the Home button.
2. Use the arrow keys to select Setup (gear icon) and press OK.
3. Select Network Settings → Restore Network Settings → Yes.
4. Reconnect to your Wi‑Fi from the printer or Epson software.