V16 Modbo modchip installation diagram
One of the revisions of the slim PlayStation 2 was the V16. They were found in SCPH-7900x models available worldwide. Matching console model numbers and board numbers are listed below.
You can find the model number on the sticker on the bottom of the console, and the board number is printed on the PS2 main board if you take apart your console. Note that there can be multiple board numbers within a specific model number.
- NTSC-J (Japan):
- SCPH-79000 CB (GH-061-12)
- NTSC-U/C (USA)
- SCPH-79001A (GH-061-12, GH-061-22)
- PAL
- SCPH-79002 (GH-061-22)
Note that there are multiple versions of the Modbo modchips available, but the installation diagrams are all the same. Some example versions are Modbo 3.0, Modbo 4.0, Modbo 5.0, and Modbo 750.
For more information about Modbo modchips click here, for more information about PS2 modchips in general click here.
V16 Modbo installation diagram
Installation tips
Here are some tips I have for you when you are soldering your chip into a V16.
- Using 30 AWG solid core wire works well for most of the points.
- Use some thicker wire for the 5V and ground wires.
- Using thinner wire for the B, G, H, and I pins makes things a lot easier. 36 AWG enamel wire along with some flux and slightly pre tinning the pins on the chip seems to work well for me.
- Make sure wherever you are putting your chip won’t cause any issues when putting the system back together, PS2 slims fit together very tightly.
Example installations
This section has photos of some successful installations which you can use to get a better understanding of how everything is wired and positioned. Leave a comment and I’ll add your installation to the list
- Nobody yet
Anyone find any alt point or vias for B,G,H,I points?
Thanks William. I just installed this on a PAL 79003. The only thing I changed from above is where I tapped the 3.3v from.
EDIT: Forgot to mention, I used install diagram A.
Hello. Are you still running this blog? I am going to attempt this next week.
Yes, good luck.
Is there a laser fix for this Version of the mod?
Thanks
There is no need for a laser fix for V16 systems.
I have a 79003 A. I’ve installed the Modbo but was never able to run burned DVDs although the modbo menu was showing up just fine. I realized there’s no reference in this site to this model. Is that for any reason?
Thanks for your help
Is model no. SCPH-79004 PAL compatible with modbo chips or only the above?
Yes it is.
Installed a modbo5.0 on my PAL system. Seems fine but my only issue is DVD and PS2 backup playback. During loading either of them it looses signal. My Y point is good, using diagram A. Plays everything else, PS1/2 games of any region, and PS1 backups. Just not PS2 backups or DVDs. Any ideas? Thank you.
It could be a laser issue if it just gets stuck on a black screen trying to load a game after the PS2 boot logo. Backup discs are harder to read than genuine discs.
Hello! Here are some example pictures of my PS2, it is not my installation, but it works and I think it could be useful.
There are examples for other slim models that are very similar. I’ll try to take a picture of the next V16 I do if I remember.