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PS 2 problem

Dec 14, 2009 5:08PM PST

need help with my ps2 console. cant read disk or disc error. tried two different disc and still the same issue. dont know if it is the discs or the console.and always shows me the browser setup. been using the console for the past three years...

thanks

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Try the discs on another PS2.
Dec 14, 2009 5:11PM PST

If they work there yours has gone south. Time for a new one then, I think.

Kees

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Just to double check
Dec 16, 2009 8:06AM PST

Try putting the discs in your computer. They are standard DVDs. If something shows up when you open it up in My Computer, the disc works. (Note: you can't play the games this way.)

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Sadly PS2s don't last forever
Dec 17, 2009 1:15AM PST

Speaking from experience of multiple PS2 units, I know. The optical drive has been the prime source of aggravation for me. Because of their relative pricing these days, unless it's under warranty it's time to get another unit. I think Gamestop sells used refurbished PS2 for around $50-60...

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Cleaning the lens?
Dec 17, 2009 12:36PM PST

Maybe it can be cleaned? Try Googling "How to clean the PS2 Lens".

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Oh Well
Jan 9, 2010 8:32AM PST

Ok. That isn't new. I had the same problem. I got all the firmware stuff, but it wouldn't read the disc. Being a slimline it was easy to detect that the disc wasn't even spinning, and thus not being read. Time to make a trip to GameStop. Thay gave me a $35 credit and then charged a $10 refurb fee, so shrinking it to $25, Okay by me, for something that was busted anyway. At ther time, they had some PS2 refurbs for $59.95. I had the $25 credit as well as a $50 Gift card I got for Christmas so all was good AND I got an original with the drawer and fan. coastie