I don't think you can copy the disc. You could try to download it or do a search on the memory card exploit.
You could start by returning that slim ps2 and picking up a non-slim version. Otherwise wait until the methods are perfected.
I tried installing a cd game and it didn't recongnize the cd hd advance disc, but the dvd hd advance installed it fine...shrugs
It's normal.
Maybe some static electricity from your fingers messed up the hard drive?
Have you tried searching? I haven't tried backups from the pc yet but it sounds like you put the hard drive in the pc and you can use a program...
I know seagate and maxtor hard drives work fine, there are others. Try doing a google search. Naturally you need software to run the drive. Buy...
I don't care for that list, seems inaccurate. Try this list instead. http://homepage.ntlworld.com/casey.miller/HD%20Loader%20Compatibility.htm
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