Could an i950 "clog" be an electronic problem?

[Kenyada]

Hi everyone, great forum. I've had my i950 for about two years. One day the Magenta ink no longer printed. After trying various printhead cleaning methods, I ordered a new printhead and replaced the cartridge. Same problem. Has anyone ever considered the possibility that a nozzle that appears to be clogged may actually be caused by something electronic? Just curious. [Apologizing if this Newbie question has been asked/answered previously]

 

[panos]

Supposing that you also have a fresh new Canon BCI-3M, most probably. You should try cleaning the printhead carriage contacts with a q-tip and a little alcohol and you may also wish to apply a little more force when you insert the printhead. "Little more" is really little.

If the problem continues you have to send it for repair

 

[Kenyada]

Thanks, panos. I'll try your q-tip suggestion. I don't think I'll opt to get it repaired, given its age and cost. The real reason I ask is that I also own an i9900, and this experience has me concerned about that model, which was considerably more expensive than the i950. Thanks again.

 

[dnkhan]

I had exat same problem, and after researvh i found this is a I950 motherboard problem. Now i can tell canon printers is for photo printing.

 

[Nifty]

I've read that there can even be issues with the USB cable that can cause odd problems like this.

 

[alohatoall]

I have the same printer and same problem. I've cleaned the printhead carriage contacts with a q-tip and a little alcohol, and also tried Panos' tip using toilet paper and ammonia (the original Windex). Does anyone else have a possible solution - would reinstalling drivers make any sense? Maybe it's time to buy an i960 -- IF I can find one at a decent price. Thanks for any help, from another newbie.