You must connect your Epson Stylus SX218 to your computer using a standard USB cable. The software cannot communicate with the printer or modify firmware over Wi-Fi or local networks.
The adjustment program reset utility clears this counter, allowing you to resume printing. However, the ; simply resetting the counter without replacing or cleaning the pad can lead to ink leaks and potential damage to your printer. Therefore, you should consider physically maintaining the pad before you run the reset utility.