No. Unlike some older Epson models that use button combinations (e.g., Epson L210), the M1100 requires a software command to rewrite the EEPROM. There is no physical button sequence to reset the protection counter. You must use the Windows Adjustment Program.
and an "Ink Pad End of Service Life" error, the internal counter must be reset to zero to resume printing. Method A: Using an Adjustment Program (Standard) Download Resetter : Obtain an Adjustment Program specific to the Epson M1100 Disable Antivirus Reset Epson M1100
This is where most users fail. You must set the correct destination for your region. you can reset via a (low-level):
If the adjustment program fails, you can reset via a (low-level): Reset Epson M1100