Actually what I was referring to was running PS2 ISO backups from the PS3, not running actual PS2 discs. This link should clarifyBreetai wrote: Doesn't that involve leaving the cover off the PS3 in order to do the swap? You'd be MUCH better off just using a real PS2.
http://opl.psx-scene.com/
But I agree PS2+HDL is the way to go, no worries of PS3 YLOD, as usually it's the lens which goes, not so much the other internal parts.