The (also known as ST4905) is a proprietary, unofficial software application designed to communicate with your Canon printer’s service mode. It is a variant of the popular "Service Tool" series (versions v3400, v3600, v4700, and v4905).
You will not find this tool on Canon’s official website. Canon does not intend for end-users to reset waste ink counters; they want you to pay for service or buy a new printer. Consequently, the tool is distributed through third-party repair sites, forums (like Reddit r/printers), and file-sharing platforms.
Summarize that while v4905 is powerful, misuse carries technical and legal consequences.
The (also known as ST4905) is a proprietary, unofficial software application designed to communicate with your Canon printer’s service mode. It is a variant of the popular "Service Tool" series (versions v3400, v3600, v4700, and v4905).
You will not find this tool on Canon’s official website. Canon does not intend for end-users to reset waste ink counters; they want you to pay for service or buy a new printer. Consequently, the tool is distributed through third-party repair sites, forums (like Reddit r/printers), and file-sharing platforms.
Summarize that while v4905 is powerful, misuse carries technical and legal consequences.