[RedHotSniper]

wow Dark seems like u should just get a new ps2 all together, i get sum clciking sounds but i ca still play my game but most of the time when the clicking occurs (rarely) it has a disk read error. all when my cd tray pops out and goes back in, it grinds.... i think its a bit loose or outta place or sumthin, i think m gunna look at that 2day....

[PS2Lover]

We'll Dark I'm sorry to hear your having problems with your ps2 again, when I can I will post a website that might help you out, but what I will say is just information if your hear rumbling, and clicking noises in the ps2 when your game is playign its the sound of your gear inside the system hitting the disc, see your ps2 laser as you noticed went up, and down if it's really dirty or not functioning your gonna hear it hitting the gear the gear then will hit at your disc I dont know If im right or not, what im saying is when i can get this website dark i'm trying to find it, but what you might have to is increase the voltage in the laser this webiste will tell you how, cause i don't as soon as i find ill post it, but what I do know about increaseing voltage is that's the dangerous thing, not health wise, but you can kill your ps2 laser it will burn out forever it could work for a good week then die out forever so becareful otherwise best of luck with yoru games any other questons just ask me ill try, and help more just need to find that webiste for ya

[Dark220]

thnx for all you've done so far its been nice talking to ya for advice ill look around too for some other websites that may be able to help or i might take RedHotSniper's advice and get a new one altogether but im grateful for all you've done, thnx

[SCEA]

Hi

I work for SCEA Tech Support and just would like to say:


Open the case and replace parts or tweak the settings and you run the risk of being stuck with a $200-$400 paper weight.

Meaning, if you open you case and try and fix it yourself then find out you need to send it in, SCEA reserves the right to decline to fix your system. Once you replace parts, it's no longer considered a Ps2.

If your having a DRE - Disk Read Error do the following:

A) CLEAN YOUR GAMES

B) Vacuum out the back vent where the fan is, use a standard vacuum with a hose extention, Canned Air just blows the dust/lint around then it settles.

C) Run Auto Diagnosis
1. Turn on the Ps2 without a game
2. from the main menu (system config/Browser) press the triangle button.
3. highlight the console option
4. press the triangle button again
5. press the X button
6. highlight ON
7. press X again
8. press the O button 2-3 times until you back at the (system config/browser) menu
9. insert a game or movie that has NOT been working and do not reset the system
10. press the X button
11. it will either show a picture of a disk or simply say reading disk until eventually you see Disk read Error

If you have tried the above and still get a Disk Read Error, please take advantage of the great deal that Sony is offering to fix Disk Read Errors at no cost to you, the only thing you do pay of course is the shipping to a sony tech center.

Click the link below for a direct link to playstations support:

Playstation Repair Support

[crapppleboy]

The problem with the blue disks are that they are thinner than the regular. The mount that the PS2 uses can't get a good grip on them to spin them so you have to make the middle (at the outer edges of the center hole) thicker. I put two 37 cent SELF ADHESIVE us staps on either side of the hole directly accross from eachother so the disk will remain balanced and BOOM WORKS LIKE A CHAMP. I have done this to about 10 of my blue disks with 100% success.

[colman77]

that's all it takes?? 2 STAMPS???? I've spent so much time trying to fix my ps2, and all I've needed to do is put stamps on my games????? I almost wish you hadn't posted that.

[Sigiathatch]

i was wondering how i could clean my lense because i have been having the same problems, none of my games work they just quit working, i was wondering if anyone could give me contact #'s or some "home remedy;s" thanks for any help

[silverorb]

The best remedy I used was call sony--they were VERY nice about it--just a quick troubleshooting walkthroughs--then you send it to them and get a whole new console and warranty...free of charge---you can clean all you want it will not help

[Sigiathatch]

what is the # that i need to call for that?

[Dark220]

the number to call Sony is 1-800-345-7669 try that and they'll give some ideas.

[Sigiathatch]

thank you, i called then and they will fix it free of charge, thanks for that number, now all i need to do is send it in and i only pay shiping and handeling, if you ever have a Disc Read Error on your games call them, they are very nice ( porbably so you don't ue lol) and if they can not determen the problem over the phone they wave all charges except the shipping and handeling. thanks for the # :-)

[Sigiathatch]

what i ment in the above i **(probably so you dont SUE lol)***

[gamer21]

I bought my PS 2 in December and now it is acting up. It plays regular Playstation games perfectly but for DVD movies and PS 2 games I get disk read error. What can it be? Any suggestions? I am really desperate.

[Tankmeister]

I had the dre on blue discs. Called Sony and they will repair for no charge. Am only out cost to get the unit to them. Thanks for the info.

[Lance Walker]

I own a website that specializes in do-it-yourself home Playstation repair. There are repair guides out there that will show you step-by step what you can do to remedy the situation, including cleaning adjusting AND replacing instructions (including detailed pictures) for your laser.

IF Sony will fix it for you, that's even better. But the thing is, STILL, to this day, they turn some people down that are out of warranty, regardless of if you've heard otherwise. (Hey, if they can get you for $60-$120 they will at least try to).

Another point that needs to be made is, if it comes to the point where cleaning will not improve your performance then your Playstation 2 laser is bad. Go ahead and adjust the voltage 12 times a week, sure it may improve your errors and such, but it'll eventually poop out on you and become more of a hassle then its worth. Laser replacement is an even easier procedure and will ensure your PS2 plays like new again.