I accidentally bought a modded console? I think...

[MrEco]

Tell me the exact model number of that Slim, and I might have a link for ya.

SCPH-90001 cb

[CRTGAMER]

Yeah, that's why I'm gonna do for now. I'll hold onto it, look into the possibility of getting another backup.

Get a PS2 Fat and larger hard drive to install the games, even imports and NO MOD CHIP NEEDED. The internal drive runs faster then the slim with external hard drive.

[Exhuminator]

Tell me the exact model number of that Slim, and I might have a link for ya.

SCPH-90001 cb

You can buy a brand new laser assembly for that model here:

http://store.richspsxparts.com/pl2latdforsc1.html

It costs $34.95, is legit new, and has the protective solder removed (a good thing).

I've bought many parts from Rich before. He's never done me wrong.

[MrEco]

That sounds great. Thanks for all the help Exhuminator, and everyone else.

For now I'm just gonna keep my eye out for a good deal on a used Slim that's not too dirty or anything. In the meanwhile my other PS2's still work, so no rush, but it's good to be prepared.

I don't look forward to the day when all my PS2's break and it's impossible to find a new one. I don't want to have to go emulation only.