first time (any help at all)
 

i wanted to backup a ps2 disk can someone tell me what hardware i need (do i need a dvd burner)i have a dvd drive and a cd burner. the dreamcast could read cdr copies i dont know if the ps2 does please help

PS2 reads backups with a mosdchip. The best modchip to use is Messiah because you just put the backup in and boot without any boot assists.

Unless you want to get into complex ripping of DVD games ontyo CD (and this gets difficult as they exceed 4GB), you should take a Pioneer A03 or A04 DVD-R burner. Full totorials and download software at www.psxcopyworld.co.uk.

For the diminishing ban of CD games, you's copy with CloneCD and no patching is required if your brnemer is 100% compatible supporting RAY-DA0+96 on reading/writing.

How much does an AO3/AO4 burner go for?
Which is better? and any sites recommended?
cheers.:)

Where do I get the money?
 

The Messiah costs $90. The DVDR Drive costs around £200. So you're best option is to find someone else that can sell you the copies, saves a lot of hassle and expensive dvdr's