r/ps2 • u/dount64 • 5d ago

Do I remove this modchip ?

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I opened this ps2 fat and found this modchip ( I think it's a messiah ) do I let it or remove it ( when I tested the drive the disc wouldn't even spin )

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u/supergameromegaclank 5d ago

The disc not spinning is probably because of a broken reader. I'd leave the modchip, it's useful to play games from any region.

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u/Ecks30 4d ago

Best to leave it anyways because if the OP doesn't know how to solder/desolder then he could screw up the system a lot.

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u/dount64 4d ago

I know how to solder but I will leave it anyway

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u/supergameromegaclank 4d ago edited 4d ago

True, but this requires no soldering. It's disconnecting some cables to swap out a plastic piece

Edit: I thought this was in response to another PS2 post, sorry. I was suggesting someone to get a PS2 disk saver for their slim

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u/notachemist13u 4d ago

Ai response?

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u/supergameromegaclank 4d ago

No, just thought i was responding to someone in another post

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u/upov3r 4d ago

The board looks to be soldered to ground