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  If you have some technical expertise, you may be able to replace the ink absorber for a Canon i9900. However, this can be a very messy project which may be worth the expense of hiring someone else to do the job. Additionally, many people have become frustrated with this procedure when using the Canon i9900 and have chosen to simply purchase another printer. Whatever your decision, there are several ways you can replace the ink absorber on the i9900.
  
  

Canon Repair Center

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  The first option for replacing the ink absorber on a Canon i9900 is to contact your nearest Canon repair center. While this is certainly the least messy solution, and it's the first choice of Canon sales reps the world over, you may choose to attempt this repair on your own to save some money. Keep in mind, however, that this repair will void any warranty you may have on your printer and could cause permanent staining to any surface which comes in contact with the excess ink. For this reason you may prefer to contact the folks at Canon just to see if the cost is truly unbearable when compared with the potential mess.
  
  

Do-It-Yourself Repairs

• For some, do-it-yourself repairs are the only way to go.computer repair concept - workers repairing keyboard image by dinostock from Fotolia.com
  
  Do-it-yourself repairs can save money and time compared with sending out your printer for professional repairs from Canon. There are some good sites, such as the one listed in the references below, which give detailed instructions for this repair. The steps are fairly straightforward and easy if you are technically inclined. In order to complete this repair, make sure you are comfortable disassembling and reassembling your printer before you even begin. Also, be sure to work in an area free of anything you would not want stained by ink. This includes clothes, counters, papers, furniture and all other absorbent surfaces.
  
  

Buy a Different Printer

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  Based on the price of the Canon i9900 printer, this is not likely the first choice for most people. However, many have decided that due to the difficulty in replacing the ink absorber for the Canon i9900 they will simply buy a different printer. The knowledge you now have about the quality printing from the i9900 and the maintenance issues presented by the ink absorber can help with this decision.