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modchip or swap magic 3.6
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theps2guy
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25. November 2005 @ 11:23 |
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http://www.norcalmods.com is saying thay will insall the matrix infinity and supply the chip for $80 and 15 dollars shipping. Are they a reliable site and is this a good price? Teammodders is busy so Should I give it to them? How much did it cost you guys to get a matrix infinity put in(installation+shippings+chip), where did you buy the chip?
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2nd2one
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25. November 2005 @ 12:08 |
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So let me get this right, all I need to do is have a mod-chip installed in my ps2 and it will play my games that I have backed up without the use of SM, correct. Also, how do I know the Version of my ps2, it is a slim one with the VOID sticker on the bottom of the case, covering a screw, and it has the metal piece installed next to the lid hinge inside where the disc sits....
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theps2guy
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25. November 2005 @ 12:30 |
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http://www.norcalmods.com is saying thay will insall the matrix infinity and supply the chip for $80 and 15 dollars shipping. Are they a reliable site and is this a good price? Teammodders is busy so Should I give it to them? How much did it cost you guys to get a matrix infinity put in(installation+shippings+chip), where did you buy the chip?
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25. November 2005 @ 13:10 |
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Don't know their not listed in the link. I would do my homework before sending my PS2 off. Xmodds.com is supposed to be reliable. Check out http://www.bbb.com and http://www.resellerratings.com for info on different sites. I definitely would make sure I'm comfortable with the site and make sure they're reputable before I sent my PS2 to them. You definitely don't need Swap Magic if you have a modchip. The DMS 4 or Matrix Infinity will direct boot all your backups and imports. You have a v.12-14 PS2. Check here to see:
If it's not listed, it's a v.14. I included some info about burning PS2 games.
23. Q. What version is my PS2?
A. http://mod-chip.com/index-cart-us.php?go=en/select_ps2_main.htm
1. Q. How do I burn PS2 games?
A. Use DVD Decrypter. Guide: http://www.angelfire.com/games6/easytutorial/dvddec/dvddec.html Burn at 4x on an 8x DVD-R.
2. Q. Does the type of media I use matter?
A. YES: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/3/240341
If you're too lazy to read, use Taiyo Yuden, Verbatim, Ritek, Sony, TDK, Maxell, Sony or Phillips DVD-R's. Avoid Memorex, Staples, Imation, etc.
3. Q. Do I need some type of mod to play PS2 backups or imports?
A. Yes you need a modchip: http://teammodders.com/ps2_mc.php?ex=2 Swap Magic: http://swapmagic3.com/ Memory Card Exploit (Doesn't work with v.11 PS2 and later): http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/109289 HD Loader: http://www.hdloader.com.au/hardinstall#prepare or
HD Advance: http://www.hdadvance.com/hd_advance_how-to-use.htm
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2nd2one
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25. November 2005 @ 18:02 |
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Well, I guess I have a version 14 because it has a serial number scph 75001.... Do they make a chip for that version, I have yet to see it on anyones website???
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25. November 2005 @ 21:17 |
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I believe the DMS 4, Matrix Infinity are compatible with the v.14 motherboard. I remember reading about it on PS2nfo.com. Also this link seems to confirm it: http://www.fileforums.com/showthread.php?t=73400 Go with the Matrix Infinity or DMS 4. They are both excellent chips which direct boot everything.
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2nd2one
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26. November 2005 @ 09:46 |
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Does anyone know anything about the Crystal Chip, I am being told that that is the only chip that is currently available for my V14 slim ps2, anyone know any specs...
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26. November 2005 @ 23:33 |
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The Crystal Chip is okay. I'd wait and see if the Matrix Infinity and DMS 4 are compatible with the v.14. I know those companies are looking into compatibility with the v.14 motherboard as we speak. Do a little research and decide what's best for you.
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theps2guy
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27. November 2005 @ 12:01 |
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whats up with teammodders? When are they going to start taking orders again?
Someone who has their ps2 system modded by team modders tell me how much shipping is and how the order takes place. How do they collect your ps2, what do you have to do it(package), do you have to contact teammodders on the phone etc.?
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2nd2one
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27. November 2005 @ 12:05 |
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Is it better to + or - media, currently I am using verbatim + and burning at the slowest speed possible, using swap magic 3.6, and some of my games seem to load slow, and play a little choppy... will a chip make the games load faster and play smoother??
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27. November 2005 @ 14:00 |
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Probably. Verbatim is good media. DVD-R's usually work better with the PS2. Try burning slightly slower. I don't know when teammodders will start taking orders again. They are really busy right now. A lot of people get their children modded systems for Xmas. Xmodds.com is also supposed to be reliable. I've heard norcalmods.com is okay, but I don't know anything about them. You ship your PS2 in a box. I packed mine with cellophane on all sides and some styrofoam. You drop it off at the post office. Priority shipping with insurance will be around $18-$20. The cost for teammodders.com is the price of the chip+installation+shipping. It's $100-$115 for the service total. They installed a Matrix Infinity in my PS2.
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2nd2one
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27. November 2005 @ 14:38 |
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thanks tokijin, I would like to go with the matrix, but the people at norcalmods are saying that the only chip that will work with the v14 ps2 is the crystal chip, or the dms4 if I buy it and ship it to them to put in...
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dianef1
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27. November 2005 @ 15:38 |
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regarding those thingys called modchips and swap magic....is this all applicable around the area of Niagara, Ontario, Canada ....I just wanted to backup my ps2 games (because a couple got ruined during a move)...I was able to burn a game using DVD Encrypter and Winhex...(I used a Sony DVD:)...but....ummm...heheh..it wouldn't work in my PS2. THEN I was researching again to troubleshoot my problem.....and came across the modchips and swap magic....
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dianef1
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27. November 2005 @ 15:41 |
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I can't just download something to make it work in my PS2? is there no freeware or something?
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27. November 2005 @ 15:54 |
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Nope.
1. Q. How do I burn PS2 games?
A. Use DVD Decrypter. Guide: http://www.angelfire.com/games6/easytutorial/dvddec/dvddec.html Burn at 4x on an 8x DVD-R.
2. Q. Does the type of media I use matter?
A. YES: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/3/240341
If you're too lazy to read, use Taiyo Yuden, Verbatim, Ritek, Sony, TDK, Maxell, Sony or Phillips DVD-R's. Avoid Memorex, Staples, Imation, etc.
3. Q. Do I need some type of mod to play PS2 backups or imports?
A. Yes you need a modchip: http://teammodders.com/ps2_mc.php?ex=2 Swap Magic: http://swapmagic3.com/ Memory Card Exploit (Doesn't work with v.11 PS2 and later): http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/109289 HD Loader: http://www.hdloader.com.au/hardinstall#prepare or
HD Advance: http://www.hdadvance.com/hd_advance_how-to-use.htm
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dianef1
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27. November 2005 @ 15:57 |
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ok..thank you Tokijin
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theps2guy
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27. November 2005 @ 20:53 |
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do teammodders sell you the chip or do you have to buy the chip separately and send it off to them with your ps2 system?
For xmodds.com is it 90 dollars for the matrix infinity chip and the installation?
For norcalmods.com is it 80 dollars for the matrix infiniry chip and the installation?
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27. November 2005 @ 22:16 |
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Teammodders.com supplies the chip. Those other sites I'm not sure, browse their sites and figure it out.
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2nd2one
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28. November 2005 @ 03:45 |
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Ok, here's the problem. My PS2 model number SCPH-39001, when I turn the power on, the red light comes on, I push the reset button and it turns from red to green and the fan starts spinning, but no disc spinning, no laser moving, nothing appearing on the tv screen. I can turn the power off/on by holding the reset button but nothing else seems to do anything.. I do use swap magic 3.6 and have a flip-top installed. Any help would be greatly appreciated
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28. November 2005 @ 10:45 |
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Doesn't sound good. You have a v.7 PS2. If it won't even boot, then you need to take it to a pro and see what he says.
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IM_1
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28. November 2005 @ 12:01 |
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i jus got swap disk because i coudnt b bothered chipping it! lol
theres a risk u could mash up ur ps2.
but in the long run the chip is actually better
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rosy8998
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13. December 2005 @ 07:31 |
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erm, hello. im rosy .......anyway. can someone tell me all about swap games and what i need for my ps2 in order to play them. cos i take it i cant just bung the swap game in and it will play just like that, or will it. this all started when i was on ebay and i wanted to no whether they would work cos there so much cheaper to buy.
SOMEONE PLEASE HELP
P.s im a girl - so talk slowly and without too much technology talk plese cos i really wanna get this - but i dont want to have to put my ps2 at any risk of bustin up if u get me
thankyou rosy x
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13. December 2005 @ 07:44 |
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For swap games, I assume that you're talking about playing backups on your PS2. If so, you can get a program called Swap Magic (3.6 is the newest version). With this program, you can play burnt games. You just put in the Swap Magic disc, and when it loads, you put in the burnt game and load it. You will also need a mod of some sort (Slide tool, magic switch, flip top, etc) depending on what version of PS2 you have. If your PS2 is the fat version, you could get Swap Magic and the slide tool or flip top; otherwise, if you have a newer slim PS2, you can get Swap Magic with magic switch, magic keys, etc. You can get that stuff here: http://www.swapmagic3.com/Swap_Magic_Where_To_Buy.asp
Hope this helps!
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