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Really strange one, console boots up and shows the PlayStation loader like normal, but then without a disc in it doesn’t come up with Browser/configuration, it just goes black.
Very strange, it loads games up fine and works perfectly other than this.
Help! Thanks, Luke
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Hi Luke!
Is the console modded? Because it sounds like it is.
Anyway, it's possible that the modchip is broken or not configured correctly.
I can't help you with the modding part, but I recommend to remove it, if it's there.
If it's not modded at all, then it's broken on firmware level. This is very difficult to fix and basically a motherboard replacement is required....
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Hi mate! Thanks for the response once again!
How can I tell if it’s modded? I’m assuming you mean at hardware level, if you let me know what to look for I’ll open it up and take a look!
Thanks, Luke
No problem :)! Yeah at hardware level! When you open it, using this guide: PlayStation 2 Slimline Motherboard Replacement
You will probably see a chip with a LOT of cables soldered on to the motherboard. That would be the mod chip! You can share photo's with us if you are not sure! Thanks :)!
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Hi. Have you managed to fix this issue? I am facing exactly the same
by Daniel Ângelo
Hi Daniel!
Please see my answer below. Thank you!
by koppie007
Hi Koppie!
Thank you for the reply! Do you the motherboard model I should be looking for a PS2 SCPH-70004?
by Daniel Ângelo
Hi!
That is a PS2 Slim. I think you need the GH-1032-32 motherboard. But you need to open it to be 100% sure. Part can be found here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/387138643450
by koppie007