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Question:

My sons were given a Playstation 2, but when you turn it on it goes into a set up mode. It will not allow anything past the setup mode. Is there a step by step process for bringing the unit online? They did not get a manual for the unit, and I am lost. Thank you for any assistance.

-submitted by nccapt

Answer:

It's possible that the menu could be from one of two different things; either the PS2, or the game itself.

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