Newbie needs help getting started...

[matt__chambers]

I have a DMS 3 installed on a v9 console. I have enjoyed backing up my games to DVD-R and have had much success in doing so. However, I have recently found out about HDloader and its ripoffs... and possibly alternatives? Anyway, I am simply overwhelmed by the volume of PS2 applications that are provided by DMS itself and the public. I just don't know where to start. There is plenty of discussion on this site, but I was surprised to find no tutorials on getting a HD ready, formatting it, and installing apps onto MC and HD without being focused on simply one way of doing it. Obviously there are many programs that can do the same job with varying success. Where would I find a place that compares and explains the purpose of each application?

Ultimately I want to be able to load games from my HD, backup my MC saves onto HD, use homebrew apps from MC or HD, and transfer my games over network, or USB, or in anyway other than ripping the games using the PS2 drive itself [hooking up to PC and loading from PC drive is also acceptable]. Basically, have the ease of functionality of an XBOX as far as software, though PS2 software may not be to that level I realize.

I have messed around a bit and my memory cards and HD is covered in a mish mash of applications that are half working thanks to my lack of understanding.

Can anyone point me in the right direction or create a tutorial?

[ps2modder]

www.dms3.com ask questions there because it is all about dms3

i have a dms3 and i was just like you at one time. however dms3 forum cleared everythign up. this site is great dont get me wrong, btu you will get more and better answers at the dms3 forum, because they are dms3 and nothign else.

[matt__chambers]

haha, okay I will take myself there, since I DO have the DMS3 it would make sense