Use RecordNow Max or PrimoDvd to backup your games. You can read the tutorails in the STICKYs. If you want a no swap mod then the Messiah 2 is best. If you don't mind swapping get a no solder chip. Unless you are a very experienced solderer, get sombody to do it for you. If you are in the US then send it to Bill at
www.freedomlives.com. If you are in the UK contact charlie_ps2 or dust2dust.