: The printer reports "full" ink levels indefinitely and continues to print even if no chip is detected. This allows users to utilize third-party inks, refillable cartridges, or Continuous Ink Supply Systems (CISS) without the printer "blocking" them for being non-genuine.
If you’re running a small sublimation business and you’re comfortable with command-line tools and unbricking embedded devices, chipless firmware on the XP-7100 is liberating . You can run $2 refillable carts and 5-liter ink jugs. xp-7100 chipless firmware
The printer whirred, the fans spinning up to a scream. The amber light turned red. : The printer reports "full" ink levels indefinitely
In most jurisdictions (including the US and EU), modifying printer firmware for personal use is not illegal , but it violates Epson’s EULA. Reselling a printer with chipless firmware or using it in a commercial print-for-pay setting may expose you to liability for circumventing protection measures (DMCA 1201 in the US). You can run $2 refillable carts and 5-liter ink jugs
"Works perfectly! Installed the chipless firmware on my XP-7100, and it recognized all refillable cartridges immediately. No more chip resets or error messages. The printer runs quietly and prints just like before. Saved me a ton on expensive OEM cartridges. Highly recommended!"