Broken PS2

[Shadysmurf]

Anyone know if Gamestop, or Eb buy broken ps2 consoles to refurbish them and sell them used?

[Sega Hitman]

They buy broken stuff and sell it as used all the time. I've had to return just about every used system I've bought from them LOL . Honestly, they rarely test anything.

If you're looking to get it fixed there's some phone number to Sony I've seen floating around. Apparently they'll fix systems for the cost of shipping. I remember seeing threads about it on the Gamefaqs boards. You may be able to find something about it there.

-Hitman-

[Shadysmurf]

See the thing is mine was one of the models more prone to break, and I got disk read errors contastly they already did repair it twice I figure it needs a new lazer rather then go thru thr hastle of getting it repaired every 2-3 months I went out and bought a new one, im just looking to unload of this old one

[neotokeo2001]

I've been thru the Disc Error thing a few times.

Sony will repair it one time for the cost of shipping.(If you are real persistent).

After that if your warrenty expires it is $120.00 plus shipping for Sony to fix it.

EB will give you a $100 trade in for a non-working PS2.

I have had my PS2 fixed for free by Sony(DVD laser). After 6 months the CD laser went out. I was going to buy a new PS2 untill someone on here told me about the EB $100 credit. I traded in my old PS2 got a new fo $80 and have been fine for 5 months. By the way, Sony still insist there is no problem with the PS2 lasers. x_x

[Videogamerdaryll]

Yup Sony will fix it for free..I send them two already..
email me if you need the info..

RE: Waived Fee

Dear PlayStation(R) Owner,

Thank you for contacting Sony Computer Entertainment America.

Package only your console - unless instructed otherwise by the phone
representative - and send it to:

Price: 0.00 Tax: 0.00
Shipping: 0.00 Total: 0.00

Please fill in the information below and print two copies (include one copy
with the console, retain the other for your records).

Name:
Street:
City, State, Zip Code:
Telephone #:
Serial #:
Model #: SCPH

Description of Problem:....."Disc Read Error"

List Items Being Sent:....

The following number is your Service Request Number (SR#): 1-21303262. This
number is used as a reference to ensure that you will not be charged for
your repair. On the outside of the package containing your console, please
print your full name, address and the SR#.

We recommend sending your console by Traceable or Insured Mail. Turn around
time for all repairs is 15 to 20 working days from the time assigned to a
technician; not including shipping and handling time.

The console will normally be returned to you via UPS Ground Insured. Your
repaired/exchanged console will come with a new 90-day limited warranty.
Please hold on to the invoice that arrives with your console, as this is
proof of your new warranty.

Note that a diagnostic fee may be charged for consoles that the Service
Center will not repair. These would include consoles that have been modified
or tampered with; show signs of infestation or liquid damage; have had their
serial numbers removed/defaced; or, the cost to repair exceeds the cost of a
new console.

If you would like to check the status of your repair, click on this link
http://www.us.playstation.com/support/repair/ or call us at 1-800-345-SONY.

Sony Computer Entertainment America
Consumer Services

[Shadysmurf]

I already bought a new PS2, I guess EB will give me 100 dollar store credit Regardless? if so Im gonna go in and buy alot of PS1 Snes and possible 1 or 2 used PS2 Games

[BIGMIKE]

is it hard to put in a new laser. i get that disc read error a lot too.
i was gonna tinker, but i dont know much about that kinda stuff.

[Shadysmurf]

I'd Advise Against that, unless you had a detailed map of the insides, atleast some knowledge of Electronics, And First and Foremost a Non-Metallic Screw Driver unless you really want a big electrical shock. If you bump, misplace anything or remove something your gonna mess up the whole ps2

[Shadysmurf]

Also, It May not be your lazer is could just be that your Voltage is geared more towards Dvd's or Cd's, thiers a guide about disc read error here: http://db.gamefaqs.com/console/ps2/file/ps2_disc_read_error.txt
hope that helps :)

[udisi]

these machines break constantly, but they really aren't that hard to fix either...unless the lense itself is scrathed you don't need to get a new lazer, you probably just have to adjust it's hieght and positioning and maybe give the lazer intensity screw about 1/8 th of a turn up...clean the dust out and it should work good again.