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Originally Posted by royr17

What the heck do i do with my game, I cant even get it to start up. Whats wrong with it. Im due for a game and i cant even get the darn thing to work. This really pisses me off. What the **** do i do ?

You might try this. Keep in mind, if you open you PS2, you cannot send it to Sony for a new one.

>How to Fix Your PS2 Disk Read Error:
>
> Let me begin by telling you why you are getting this
>Disk Read Error message from your PS2.
>
> You see, the most common disk read error
>is simply caused by dirt or dust that collects on the
>laser eye and the disk pad ring.
> When this happens the laser can no longer read the disks
>and the magnet that is suppose to hold the game in place
>just isn’t strong enough to hold anymore and the system
>is turning but the game is just wobbling or turning to slow
>and that will cause your PS2 to show a Disk Read Error.
>
> The DVD-ROM type of game is slightly heavier and doesn’t
>need to turn so fast so sometimes they work and sometimes
>they don’t, while the blue-bottom disks are lighter and need
>to turn much faster but the magnet just isn’t strong enough
>to handle the RPM’s.
>
>Cleaning kits don't usually do the trick because all though
>they might clean the laser eye a little it's usually not enough
>to make a difference, plus they don't remove any of the other
>dust that is affecting the performance of the magnet.
>
>This guide will show you how to open and clean your PS2
>as well as show you a way to make the magnet stronger.
>
> My advice to you is to follow these simple instructions
>and I guarantee it will fix the disk read error problem
>and all your games will play and load much faster.
>
>Notice: Opening your PS2 will Void your warranty, if
>you have a fairly new system, say only a few months old,
>you can use an exacto knife to cut the warranty sticker
>if there is one, in the crease and it will appear as if it was
>never opened.
>
>The things you need are:
>1.A very small Phillips head screwdriver.
>2.Q-tips.
>3.Rubbing alcohol or a disk cleaning solution.
>4.White lithium grease or any kind of creamy grease.
>5.A very small, low strength magnet.*
>
>*A simple thin refrigerator magnet works great!
>It's very easy to cut with scissors and is what I always use.
>
>*Before you start these steps, make sure you have unplugged
>your PS2 and have a flat surface to work on, being careful
>not to lose any of the small screws.
>
>Step 1= Opening your PS2:
>
>Take out the 8 to 10 screws that are under the rubber and plastic
>pads on the bottom of the system, some are longer than
>others so remember which goes where.
>When lifting off the cover be very careful not to
>move it in such a way that the silver ribbon that is connected
>to the reset and eject buttons would come unattatched at either end.
>Carefully disconnect the white tape from the casing that is
>attached to the silver ribbon and gently set the cover off
>to the side.
>You will see the ribbon once the cover is lifted, unattaching
>the tape will allow more working space.
> (Do not disconnect the ribbon)
>One side of the ribbon is attatched down by the mother board
>and if it is pulled to hard it will come out of place and is
>very difficult to put back so please use caution.