My PS2 is not the version it says it is!!!
 

I have a DMS3 modchip waiting to be installed in what says, is a 30001 R PS2, which is a V5/V6.

When I opened the machine, the motherboard looks like a V4. I reassembled the PS2, and turned it on, and checked what version it really was. Even when I checked in the Browesr section, it said this PS2 is an SCPH 30001 R!!!! This motherboard does not match up with the diagrams for the V5/V6 MB's. This motherboard comes close to the V4 diagram, but there's a couple things out of place. I'll try to upload a pic of my Motherboard, and see if you guys can figure it out. I thank you for your replies!

what mobo number is it u can tell what version it is by knowing th gh number which is located on the top right hand side of it.

what's a gh number? i have to run out for a little while, but i'll take a look at it, and post the numbers I find! Thanks! :)

its a number printed on the motherboard

gh-022 is v7
gh-17-19 5/6

im not sure of the others

Re: My PS2 is not the version it says it is!!!
 

There are a few 30001R's that are V4.

Re: Re: My PS2 is not the version it says it is!!!
 

Yup! Read the PS2 version Identification page on my site.

In Oz the R model is always a V5/6 in fact I think we only got the V5 not even the V6...

Makes it easier for us - if it is a 30002 R you know what it is without having to check any other number or screws etc.

Yep, version 4'R' always catch us out. I've only seen 4-5 personally.

I found CH-130