According to a 2023 report by Kaspersky, printer utilities are among the top 10 most infected software categories. Hackers embed into fake resetter files. Once you run the .exe as administrator (required for the reset), you give the malware full system access.

Use a high-quality USB cable for the connection; resetting via Wi-Fi or Ethernet is generally not supported and can cause communication errors. How to Use the Adjustment Program The general workflow for popular models (like the ) usually follows these steps: Extract and Run: Open the adjustment program (e.g., AdjProg.exe ) as an Administrator. Select Model: Choose your specific printer model from the dropdown list. Adjustment Mode: Click on "Particular Adjustment Mode" and select the Waste Ink Pad Counter Check and Initialize: Click "Check" to see current counter levels. Select the "Main Pad Counter" box and click Initialize