How do I know if I have a post Nov 2000 PAL DC?

[Wayne]

Try a known good backup (an AUDIO/DATA version if you can find it).

If it works, it's an older one.

If it doesn't work, try a known good backup (DATA/DATA version).

If it does work, it's a newer one (OCT/2000)

If it doesn't work, it may be one of the select units made on or after 12/00 that have been accused of not working with the newer style games.