What to do with a broken PS2?

[mrsimperless]

I bought my new PS2 slim model last fall in October. A few weeks ago I went to put a game in and the disc couldn't be read. (The system went directly to the browser) I've tried every single game disc I own and I keep getting the same result. A friend recommended I manually move the disc reader that contains the lens to the inside of the unit before putting a disc in to see if that made a difference (as if the arm were mechanically stuck) but no luck there either.

Unfortunately after I bought the thing I've since discarded the box and materials and I couldn't even say where the receipt for it is. I'm guessing with this being the case I can't send it back to Sony for repairs unless they can somehow confirm by the S/N that it should still be under warranty.

Does anyone have any experience with getting their PS2 repaired? Is it even worth pursuing at this point?

[Kodos]

They might be able to tell that it is still under warranty by getting the machine serial number.

[stevew]

I believe that when you purchased it, they rang up your serial number, so like kodos said, there is a good chance they can tell that it is still under warranty.

[Mateo]

Try washing it

http://cache.consumerist.com/consumer/images/sink.jpg

[dj_morton]

trash it and get a 360!

[DanGarion]

Try washing it

http://cache.consumerist.com/consumer/images/sink.jpg
I think you can only wash the original PS2s in the sink, you might have to take the slimline PS2s to the dry cleaner to clean.

[CU Tiger]

Good luck with Sony.
I swore them off after having the SAME problem. The manufactured date code on the bottom was only 4 months old, so the damn thing HAD to be under warranty. They said sorry no receipt no repair, but would be glad to fix it if I sent them $75 plus paid shipping both directions:rolleyes:

[Izulde]

If it's not under warranty, buy a PS3.