Manufacturers have started producing models where the waste ink pad is not a user-replaceable part, and the counter cannot be reset with software. If you try to run V6000 on these (E.g., MG2400, MG2500, MG2900, MG3000 series), the software will fail or trigger a "Hardware Error" permanently blocking the device. If your model is listed as "Maintenance Cartridge" (MC-G02), you cannot reset the counter; you must physically replace the chip on the cartridge.

The Canon Service Tool V6000 UPD is a highly sought-after utility. Because of this, many third-party download sites bundle the executable file with malicious adware, trojans, or ransomware. Always scan the downloaded .zip or .exe file using updated antivirus software or platforms like VirusTotal before running it on your operating system. To ensure you get the right results, let me know: What exact are you trying to fix?

Run Canon Service Tool V6000.exe as (Right-click -> Run as Administrator).