LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 I've been doing a lot of research lately about Sony Memory Sticks* (that can be used for the PSP) after I subscribed to GO!VIEW to watch TV on my PSP. Now, with GO!VIEW your Memory Stick has to be MagicGate** supported. I checked mine*** and it said 'Unknown' so after contacting GO!VIEW they told me to save what I needed and format the Stick and then see if it says it supports MagicGate. Nope, it still says 'Unknown' so after searching the internet for a few minutes, I found other people with the same problem and there seems to be a unanimous answer: They're fake. Naturally, I was disappointed about this, but then I stumbled across a little website where someone very knowledgeable said that crashes on these fake memory cards are very common. So, I remembered one of the threads about this in the past where someone had said the stopped using their Memory Stick and went back to using the one they got with their PSP. They didn't have any problems with crashing after that. With all of this is mind, I would suggest checking if your MagicGate is supported or not. Please post whether your Memory Stick is supported or not (or unknown). *Beware! Many Memory Sticks are Sony/Sandisk and MagicGate** branded but this does not necessarily mean they are manufactured by these companies or are MagicGate supported. **MagicGate is a copy-protection technology from Sony. If you need more information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MagicGate ***On the your PSP Home page, highlight the Memory Stick icon, and press Triangle. A side menu will come up with one option, 'Information', press X here and an overview of your Memory Stick will come up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeds for ever Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Mine is supported (it's the one that I got with the Sony PSP) but I have had the crash bug once. However, once isn't as many as other people so I think you might be on to something here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Can you tell me what it says when you checked? I'm not sure why it crashed if it is MagicGate supported but I'll have a look if any others have (the ones that came with the PSP). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 im the same as leeds for ever Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 How many times has yours crashed? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 just the once Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 And what does it say when you checked? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
04ambroj Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 that could be why my psp never crashes.. i use the original psp memory card and have never had any problems Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 my crash game is working again! dont know why, lets see how long for! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Nice one Ridley! When you check from the Home menu what does it say about MagicGate? A tiny but faint picture is emerging Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeds for ever Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 MagicGate™ Supported. That's it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeds for ever Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Sorry for the double post. It has information on the capacity like used space and free space and then that ^. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Nice one Leeds cheers! I'm working on the "Official" PSP Memory Sticks (the ones that come with the PSP). Unfortunately, I can't find mind but don't worry it hasn't stopped me! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeds for ever Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Keep searching inspector LSD! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Nice one Ridley! When you check from the Home menu what does it say about MagicGate?A tiny but faint picture is emerging ill have to check, but the game crashed again 2 months later! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 So this is the second time your "official" Memory Stick has crashed? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 yip. ive only ever had the stick that comes with the PSP Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Right, thanks. Have you formatted your Memory Stick (not forgetting to back up the data)? If yes, could you trying 'Restore Default Settings' under 'System Settings' in the PSP Home menu. Remember to back up your data or remove your Memory Stick. If no, could you give it a try. Remember to back up your data. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 ill try later mate, when i get the chance Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 No worries, take your time! I'm guessing this could take a while! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 magicgate supported on my official memory card Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 formatted my memory stick as well, will let you know what happens when i replay my saved game again! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbuullddoogg Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Good work, LSD. It's a pity no-one from SI comes here any more to read this thread and maybe have some input. I have a side question. What exactly happens when your game crashes? Does it just freeze up or what? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Thanks to ridley for that, let me know! And thanks to bbuullddoogg for the support and his question. When it crashes, the game freezes for several seconds and then, possibly as a precaution to protect data, the PSP restarts its self. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 same happens in my game freeze, im restarting the game now! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Has it happened again for a 3rd time? Or are you starting the game after the 2nd freeze? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 I really need more feedback from other users on this! I can't do much with only two people giving me their Memory Stick info!! I am buying several different sizes of Memory Sticks manufactured by Sony. Some will be fake while others will be real. I am also buying some made by SanDisk just to see the results. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 it hasnt happened again, ive managed to get past the point where it crashed, ill keep you updated! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Keeping my fingers crossed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeds for ever Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I got so annoyed with my file that crashed I overwrote it so I can't go back and test my old save - sorry LSD. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 No worries! I'm going to try and recreate different crash saves on different Memory Sticks. It's a long process but it's worth it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbuullddoogg Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Yeah I'm pretty sure mine has only crashed once. I'll check my memory stick type when I get home and let you know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Thanks again bbuullddoogg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 its crashed again, i got one month further and then it goes, it seems to crash when its auto-saving Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Would you be a dear (lol) and send me a copy of the file please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 ill have to dig it out but as soon as i do ill send it to you sir! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 I thank you in advance ^ Very posh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 Ridley, any news on finding the save? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 ill get a chance some time tonight been at work all day, just got in Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 Oh right, no worries lol tough day? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 yip, put my back out so in a bit pain! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 Ouch, tried a painkiller? You going to Wembley tomorrow? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 not yet, trying to battle on. Nope surprise surprise im working yet again havent seen any pre season matches due to working! wont even see it because its on Setanta and ive got Sky! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 lol well er, good luck with the battling! Unforunate about the work eh! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 yip, trying to send file to you now but cant get my email to open, will keep trying though! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 I've just had two crashes on my Memory Stick so hopefully I'll be able to recreate it on other Sticks when they arrive Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 cant find email address any more, either drop me one or pm me your address Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsybeast Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 is leto any good for liverpool Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSD Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 Please stop trying to jack this thread! This thread is hardly the place to ask for advice!! I've already told you the answer to your question in another thread! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridley99 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 emailed file over to you LSD Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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