Joypad(s) don't work :
This is most likely not a problem with the actual ports but another blown surface mount fuse on the main board or damaged flat flexible cable. Check the cable for physical damage. Replace with our replacement joypad / memory card port cable from our on-line store. If the cable checks out OK check the SMD fuses with a multimeter or continuity tester. They should conduct and have a resistance of zero. If this is not the case then replace with fuse of same or similar value. If the joypad port is damage, a replacement will have to be purchased online.
Clicking/queaking Noise:
Clicking is most likely the laser unit moving back and forth trying to access a piece of data. If it cannot find that data it will move back and forth until it does. In the case of a DRE, since the PS2 never finds that data it will continue clicking until you receive the error.
In case clicking is loud, or you hear squeaking, it might be a good idea to clean the slide rods that the laser rides on, and then add some oil or grease.
Loud clicking can be the result of warped discs in the drive, check to see if your disc is warped if you get loud clicking
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