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Authentic PS2 Slimline Guide to load backups using Action Replay and USB Memory stick.
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DStatic
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9. April 2006 @ 06:55 |
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To use a burnt Action Replay disc, you'd need a loader for it and that would pretty much defeat the purpose.
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9. April 2006 @ 07:19 |
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Yeah, then you would need Swap Magic or moded PS2. You can't use burned media without original media which would load the burned media first place?!
i think i'm dumb
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Monke320
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16. April 2006 @ 15:39 |
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Damn, my Action Replay didn't come with a USB stick. Guess I'm stuck :(
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16. April 2006 @ 21:53 |
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buy one? or they're given away for free sometimes, like example of product or just freebie. it shoultn't be so hard to get one.
i think i'm dumb
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L00N3Y
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18. April 2006 @ 19:18 |
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Awesome guide you've posted, MasterChu. =)
Followed the exact steps and successfully booted up my backup copy of Madden NFL 2005.
However, I ran into one minor problem. I also followed the steps to patch the DNAS ID onto the disc so I could play online. The disc booted up perfectly. I even got past the DNAS security check. However, I could not completely go online because the EA servers would not let me log in, giving me a message "A cheat device has been detected on your system" or something along those lines. I'm guessing it's because of ARMAX.
My question is, is there any possible way to get around this problem? Is it just EA servers that do not allow players to log in if a cheat device like ARMAX is loaded, or is it the same with all online-enabled games? I have absolutely no intentions to cheat online. Wouldn't want to ruin other players gaming experience. I'd just like to be able to play my backup copies online as well.
However, if there's no fix, I guess I'll just have to stick to playing with the originals.
I'd just like to applaude MasterChu again for the awesome guide.
Keep on gaming guys! =)
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MasterChu
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19. April 2006 @ 06:12 |
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Moving to Langjökull in Iceland - so all the info I posted is moving with me!
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22. April 2006 @ 01:37 |
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Very nice guide, I can't wait to try it (if my friend ever orders it...) Why don't i just use the tape and tissue method, you say? See how it says "be careful not to damage the power ribbon?" I've had bad experiences...thank god for EB Games warranties...lol....
Anyway, just a question that i need clearing up:
Do you need to use the original of the backup every time to play the backup? Do you only need to use it once? Or can you use any game to play the backup, even if they aren't the same?
Thanks, have a good one =).
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29. April 2006 @ 03:36 |
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Ok, I've been having a bit of a problem, I loaded everything perfectly, got to CD Loader with the mod installed, inserted an original ps2 dvd game and it detected it in the bottom left, but then when I press X, it doesn't go to "insert dvd-r by ea method," it comes up with a screen that says "error validating disc" and then quickly goes back to the main screen. I tried some other games by reseting the laser, putting them in, pressing triangle, and then x again, but I always get the same error....does anybody have any idea whats going on? I followed the steps given exactly.
By the way, the original games I tried (All NTSC/US) were:
-Madden NFL 2005
-DDR Max 2
-DDR Extreme
-Star Wars Battlefront 2
-Call of Duty: Finest Hour
-SSX On Tour
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Gentetsu
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29. April 2006 @ 03:53 |
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How can i enable Action Replay cheats if i use your method of booting up backup games?
It seems impossible..
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Jblakstar
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2. May 2006 @ 17:11 |
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Hi guys,
I'm using this method to play backups and they load up to the title screen fine. Once i start to play the game though, it freezes in the first loading screen. I'm using GT4 to boot the game (3.6GB or so) and have had the problem with Tony Hawk's AW and Suikoden IV... both smaller.
Any ideas?
~JBS
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MasterChu
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3. May 2006 @ 05:39 |
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Moving to Langjökull in Iceland - so all the info I posted is moving with me!
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Jblakstar
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3. May 2006 @ 07:18 |
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I tried loading with a different real PS2 game (Chaos Theory) which i'm guessing is even bigger. Now the "backups" work. Thanks guys.
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unshure88
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7. May 2006 @ 17:37 |
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ok, first off...thanks for the guide.
I ran into a problem, but most important...this method worked.
I got my backup of resident evil 4 to work,
but my problem is my PAL backup of Fire Pro Wrestling Returns.
Everything went well up to the point where i tried to load the game.
All i get is a black screen...and nothing further.
I figure it is because it's a PAL backup.
Do i have to use a different loader besides cdloader.elf?
Or is there a way to trick the ps2 to think the game is NTSC?
any suggestions would be appreciated.
thank you
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MasterChu
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8. May 2006 @ 06:56 |
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Moving to Langjökull in Iceland - so all the info I posted is moving with me!
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bimbam777
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13. May 2006 @ 23:32 |
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but this only works for DVD backups.
To play CD's, you swap at the main AR screen and use expert mode to start the game.
Oh, and Jjax's guide is better, just remember the pendrive
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13. May 2006 @ 23:35 |
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I heard 50cent bullet proof was a big game. GT4 is big too 4.94GB
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MasterChu
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30. May 2006 @ 09:57 |
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Moving to Langjökull in Iceland - so all the info I posted is moving with me!
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s33ther
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5. June 2006 @ 10:09 |
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Awesome guide.
I'm having a bit of a problem though.
I boot into Action Replay max and select media player and it goes straight to the insert a playstation 2 disc.
Any Ideas?
OK nevermind. Sorted it out.
If I left ARMAX to idle and selected media player it wouldnt load, but if I loaded straight into ARMAX and directly selected media player it would run.
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buggu
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17. June 2006 @ 02:03 |
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can i add more than one elf file to the memory stick and be able to choose which elf program i want to load from the media player? Its just that i would like to have the option of using an external usb hard drive using usb extreme elf but rather not have more than one stick.
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MasterChu
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18. June 2006 @ 07:17 |
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Moving to Langjökull in Iceland - so all the info I posted is moving with me!
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ilikefood
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24. June 2006 @ 13:45 |
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Hello again! havnt seen this asked so just want to make sure! can i play imported games using this method? Cheers
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MasterChu
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25. June 2006 @ 07:41 |
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D3raNg3d
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25. June 2006 @ 08:47 |
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Hi MasterChu,
Good guide, i havnt=nt tried it yet but from what I have read from this thread seems more sucessfull and easier than Swap Magic method.
But i do have a question for you,
From a previous post you said:
For example, I was able to run USBADVANCE.ELF, CDLOADER.ELF, LAUNCH.ELF, HDLOADER.ELF, but was NOT able to run ULAUNCH.ELF or PS2OS.ELF.
Does this mean by using the HDLOADER.ELF you can hook up to an usb external hardrive? If not is there any way to hook up a hard drive to a v14 slimelime ps2?
thanks
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MasterChu
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25. June 2006 @ 11:25 |
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D3raNg3d
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25. June 2006 @ 13:33 |
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Ahh Tks for prompt reply,
So basically it is really not worth it at all?
BTW as i have said before, I havnt even tried to play a back up game as of yet ( I dont even have aDVD burner yet either, lol) I am just trying to find out the best and cost efficient ( non mod chip )way to do this. Is the action replay as you have prescribed before the best way? What about Game Shark and or Swap magic methods? Could you please go over the pros and cons?
Thanks Again
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