Flip Top Lid Combo Swap Magic 3.0 PAL

[hakko1872003]

Flip Top Lid Combo Swap Magic 3.0 PAL: is this compatible with version 9 ps2's?

[Armadillo]

Should bo ,as far as I know the v9 case is the same as a v4-v7 ps2 so the flip lid will work and the swap magic should aswell.Aint heard anything about it not booting.

Aint really the best solution for playing backups though.Chip is better

[covana2244]

I don't think the Swap magic discs are compatible with the V9 consoles. You better do some research.
Check out www.swapmagic3.com

[Armadillo]

Says there

This is the latest version and compatibility has been added for the latest PS2 console - V9 board/model no.SCPH-5000X(US version is not compatible with V9 board/model no.SCPH-5000X).

So it should work.

[hakko1872003]

thanks guys,I do think a chip (DMS3)would be better but dont you have to solder something like 22 wires.I have some soldering exp.but i dont want to wreck my ps2 and i have found no good instructions on the net.and sending it away is out of the question.what should i do should i chance installing it myself?

[Armadillo]

Have a look at the diagrams ,see if you think you can do it ,note that the diagrams are blown up a bit ,and the points are alot smaller than they seem.

If you don't want to send it out ,find a computer fair ,most have at least one place doing chipping.

V9 diagrams

http://www.dms3.com/diagrams/dms3_v9_diagrams.htm

[hakko1872003]

thanks Armadillo,I found a shop near me who fixes ps2's so il give them a shot other than that i think i will just go for the swap discs.and how do i go about copying a ps2 from start to finish?is there any simple guides around?

[Puppet Master]

visit this link: http://www.mgforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20734. It'll somewhat give you an idea how how to backup your ps2 games.