PS2 Mainboard Fuse guide We have expanded our guide to PS2 mainboard fuses with the addition of some pictures. The picture below is of a version 5 board, but you can see what you need to look for for other versions. Some of the fuses are located within the yellow square, see picture below to [...]
What tools do I need?
What tools do I need? We have complied a list of tools that will be needed to effect a repair to your PS2. We have designed this guide to be as simple as possible, and avoid the need for specialist tools. The majority of tools you may already have, and some can be purchased from [...]
PS2 Maintenance
It’s quite a well known fact that the PS2 isn’t the most reliable piece of equipment, so here are some tips to help keep it working as long as possible. Avoid keeping your PS2 on the floor, especially carpet. The dust gets into the PS2 clogging up moving parts and coming to rest on the [...]
Whats wrong with my PS2?
Here we have some information to help you diagnose your PS2 fault. My Games will not load, I keep getting a disc read error, or some games will load, and some will not: You most likely have a laser problem. Laser problems are by far the most common headache for PS2 owners. The good news [...]
Which version PS2 do I have?
If you are going to have a go at repairing your own PS2, it will help a great deal to know which version you have. As a basic start, count how many screw covers there are on your console underside, there will be either 8 or 10 screw covers. Please refer to the posts below [...]
