Click the Set button next to the Absorber dropdown. The printer should click and flash, indicating it is writing to the EEPROM.

typically leads to third-party tools used for maintenance tasks like resetting a printer's waste ink absorber counter

"Free" downloads of this tool on third-party sites frequently contain trojans or viruses

The term in your query is a common marketing tag used by unofficial download sites to imply a "clean" or "pre-activated" version of the tool. You should exercise extreme caution:

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If you do manage to reset the software counter using a third-party tool, remember to clean or replace the physical foam pads inside the printer. Resetting the digital counter without changing the pads means the ink will eventually overflow, potentially damaging your desk or short-circuiting the printer's internal electronics.

Generates advanced nozzle checks and alignment tests.

Look at the top of the software interface. If the buttons are grayed out, the tool does not detect your printer. Ensure your USB cable is securely connected and that the printer is truly in Service Mode. 3. Clear the Waste Ink Counter