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ChipMod h20 Pro or DMS 4 PRO or PS2 Matrix Infinity Mod Chip
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Orishun
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28. February 2006 @ 07:52 |
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Well i have a soft mod right now. The slide tool and Swap Magic 3.6 It works great but i still am a bit annoyed about switching the disks. I know i shouldn't complain but hey i can.
Any who i read most of the posts on the PS2 chips and i really dont know which one to go with. I would be using modchip.ca since that is where i got my softmod.
What would you recommend and why? Whats going to be the most reliable chip that doesnt cause any problems?
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28. February 2006 @ 08:41 |
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I use the matrix infinity, its a solid chip boots any game I load on cd and dvd. If you want to play online with an original you can disable the chip on bootup.
If you want to play backup games online you will need a crystal chip, but I've never used one.
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Orishun
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28. February 2006 @ 08:54 |
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Well i dont plan on going online anytime soon. So I might just go with the Matrix chip.
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rickyricc
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2. March 2006 @ 06:13 |
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I bought a premodded PS2 off Xmodd.com for about $300 with a DMS pro 4 init and i have to say it is supurb. I have had no probs with it so far and u can easily disable the chip if u want to play original games online etc..
I would highly recommend the DMS pro 4!!
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Orishun
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2. March 2006 @ 09:45 |
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Bah I really dont know what to go with.....*sighs* so many decisions.
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2. March 2006 @ 10:49 |
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The guy that fitted mine, couldn't recommend the dmm4 or matrix over each other, as they are both about as good a chip as you can get.
The only difference between these and the crystal is the online playing of backups.
Which ever you go with you won't be dissapointed I'm sure.
I certainly know that updating the matrix is very easy, just burn new image to cd and start up and use update screen prompts, the dmm4 is probably similar but never used it.
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2. March 2006 @ 16:50 |
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It depends what features are important to you. The DMS 4 Pro SE is a little more feature packed than the Matrix Infinity, The MI is probably a little more reliable and easier to use. You won't go wrong either way. Read the Modchip FAQ link in my sig.
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spedmetal
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3. March 2006 @ 22:24 |
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The DMS 4 Pro SE is a little more feature packed than the Matrix Infinity, The MI is probably a little more reliable and easier to use
You couldnt be more right about that. The MI and the CC are much more stable then the DMS chips. However the MI and CC with the use of the many different "free" homebrew apps out now are just as powerful as the DMS4 Pro. The DMS4 Pro just has them all wrapped up in one utility.
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4. March 2006 @ 12:23 |
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Yeah that's what I've heard about DMS chips, they're picky with older mobo's, and the code is always crashing. The main "features" I was referring to were Team Toxic's HD Loader program, and the ability to boot elfs right off the chip, rather than the MC. Does the CC still not support cheat devices?
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spedmetal
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4. March 2006 @ 12:38 |
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The main "features" I was referring to were Team Toxic's HD Loader program, and the ability to boot elfs right off the chip, rather than the MC.
I have never considered that a big advantage, what are the drawbacks of booting HDL from the memory card? Also the MI has Dev2 mod which will allow you to install HDL directly to your PS2's HDD which has more then enough room for any apps or files you would like to use.
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Does the CC still not support cheat devices?
Yeah that is still an issue. However most people do not care because using cheat devices for most people is not a necessity.
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4. March 2006 @ 12:43 |
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Yes I'm well aware of the MI's capabilities. It is a minor inconvenience to have to download HD Advance/HD Loader, then FTP your PS2 or burn them to disc and install them with Infinity Manager. From what I've read, Team Toxic's HD Loader program has fewer compatibility issues than the HD Loader or HD Advance. It's also updated more often. I don't have a DMS 4, but I know several people that do, and to a man they all say it's better than HD Advance/HD Loader. That and the integration of cheats right into Toxic OS may be attractive to some users. In general I agree with you, the MI is on par with the DMS 4, and the CC isn't far behind.
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Orishun
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4. March 2006 @ 17:05 |
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Would any of them be able to work with Action Replay? That is my main issue.
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4. March 2006 @ 17:27 |
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Yes. The DMS 4 SE Pro and Matrix Infinity support cheat devices like ARMAX, Code Breaker, and Game Shark. The Crystal Chip 1.1 does not.
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Orishun
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4. March 2006 @ 22:54 |
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Well then its down to DMS or the Matrix. I am going to use Modchip.ca since i live close to them and see what they have to say. From what I hear from you guys, updating the Matrix modchip is a bit eaiser.
Im a simple guy, and im a techie....heh kinda funny.
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anguish
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5. March 2006 @ 02:36 |
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not really anything to do with the original question... but you guys seem to know what your talking about... i bought a ps2 with the messiah 2 chip... how does this chip rate against the newer ones like DMS pro 4? Also, sometimes it will not load 'back-ups'... is this a problem common to the messiah 2 chip?... Also, am i able to put a dms pro 4 chip on... if it worth my while that is... thanks
'stupid people are like slinkys... not really useful for anything, but its always funny to watch them tubmle down some stirs'
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Orishun
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5. March 2006 @ 06:19 |
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Ive decided to go for the MI chip. It was a hard choice and thats what Im going to do. Thank you guys for all your help.
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5. March 2006 @ 08:30 |
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Good choice, lets us know what you think when its running.
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Orishun
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5. March 2006 @ 15:52 |
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Dont worry i am getting it installed on Monday (tomorrow) i will bring some backups and let you know how it goes.
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5. March 2006 @ 15:56 |
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The Messiah is a POS chip compared to the DMS 4 and MI. The Ghost 2 chip is based on the old messiah code. It's supposed to be okay, but I don't know any modder that would bother with it over the three already mentioned here. There's no reason to use that chip, the H20 chip or any other one over the MI, DMS 4, CC. The 02 chip is a nice chip, but it's currently only available for PAL PS2's. Nice choice on the MI. That's what I have, you won't be sorry. It's a fantastic chip, never had any issues with it.
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Orishun
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6. March 2006 @ 04:56 |
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Just a side question...is it true that the chip in time damages the system? Or is that just a myth?
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6. March 2006 @ 09:36 |
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Nowadays it's a myth. Chips like the DMS 4, MI, and CC are so well designed they have several safeguards against overheating the mobo/laser. The only exceptions would be a v.9/10 PS2 needing a romeo mod or v.12 a laser fix. This was a problem with first and second gen modchips, but has been alleviated since the DMS 3 on. I haven't ever come across somebody's PS2 overheating and getting destroyed that was due to a modchip.
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Orishun
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6. March 2006 @ 14:42 |
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Well there was a problem. They dont do MI install so they put in a H20 Pro. Now the bloody thing wont boot any DVD backup or real. And i really dont know how to get the thing to work. Help Please
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6. March 2006 @ 15:05 |
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Well I don't know what to tell you. A. Anybody that would install another chip without your consent is a con artist. B. If it won't boot now, they damn sure better fix it. If not, send them a threatening email mentioning the words lawyer and lawsuit. That'll get their attention. If they don't respond, call, fax, or keep emailing them until they do. Send it back and demand they install an MI. The H20 chip does not come close the the MI or DMS 4.
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Orishun
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6. March 2006 @ 15:12 |
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Ok, the system works fine but it just wont boot games so I will take it back. Its funny modchip.ca will sell MI's but wont install.
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6. March 2006 @ 15:17 |
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I'd see about getting a DMS 4 Pro SE installed, or simply have them remove the chip and send it to another site that does install the MI. Check the Modchip FAQ in my sig for reputable installers in the US/CA.
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