Need mod chip for new PS2

[whoeverxxx]

Thanks for the info.
Since I'm new to this, is backing up a PS2 game easy? What software should I use? Will Nero work? Is it just a simple matter of installing the mod then backing up the disc and playing the backup disc or is there more to it?
From reading these forums years ago it sounded like Xbox games are very complicated to back up so I'm choosing the PS2, I haven't modded a system and backed up the games I own since the PS one.


Is this a good buy for the chip?
http://www.psxtune.com/psx2/ordermatrixe.html

[lufcfan]

well, it's all in the UIS...

[spedmetal]

If your going to install the chip yourself purchase it from here www.foundmy.com . Consider this, the PS2 and PSTwo are much more difficult to install a chip in then the PS.

[Warlock]

I agree with Sped, When you get the console opened look at ALL the solder points. If you have any doubt about soldering to the chip legs or VIA points i would close it up and send it to a pro. Better this than buying a new PS2.

[whoeverxxx]

I'm not worried about soldering the chip in.
My biggest worry is wether or not a modchip does what I'm thinking it does in a PS2......Eg.. Does it work with all backuped games and what software is best to use to back up games? I remember there was one that worked far better than the rest with a PS1. Can a computer CD\DVD Rom drive even read the entire PS2
disc? I know they can't with Xbox games. Is there an easy method for the copy protection on the disc or am I worring too much?
Is there a preference of which console to choose from between the standard PS2 and the slim design as far as which one will work the best with backuped games? Is a PS2 harddrive nessasary for some backuped games? I really like the compact design even though it can't use a harddrive, but like I said I'm a newbe to PS2, just heard it was far simpler to backup your games compared to the Xbox by reading forums years ago, almost as simple as the PS1 was but I havent taken an interest in it since then until now becuase of all the good games the PS2 has to offer. I have hardwood floors and alot of company so I don't want to take a chance on ruining a $50 disc, so backup is definitly for me.

[lufcfan]

It's all in the Ultimate Info Sticky. Backing up PS2 games is p*ss easy and if you get an Infinity or Crystal chip you'll love it...

[whoeverxxx]

I'm leaning toward the crystal chip since I beleive its newer and the site says it works well in the slim PS2, it states that its $42(US) plus shipping and handling for THE CHIP ONLY, does this mean I need something else?

http://www.foundmy.com/