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'''[[PCSX2]]''' is a complex system and in it's not so user-friendly some of its parts. You must have some basic computer knowledge to be able to set it up correctly. If you are an advanced user please skip the following paragraph. As of now there are two versions of an emulator we can focus our attention on | '''[[PCSX2]]''' is a complex system and in it's not so user-friendly some of its parts. You must have some basic computer knowledge to be able to set it up correctly. If you are an advanced user please skip the following paragraph. As of now there are two versions of an emulator we can focus our attention on: the version with the '''old GUI''' and the version with the '''new GUI'''. Each version is ultimately the same PCSX2 but in a different envelope. The programs with '''new GUI''' are newer and might be more compatible. Before you continue further you must determine your version of PCSX2. The easiest way to determine your version is to run PCSX2 and go to the '''config'''-'''configure''' or '''config'''-'''general settings''' menu. If you will see some pretty icons like this [[Image:GuideRel_1.png]] or [[Image:GuideRel_2.png]] in the upper panel you're definitely using the new GUI version. In the old GUI on the other hand there won't be either icons or upper panel (only the plugin selection). | ||
It's also interesting to know the '''version''' of your emulator. Some of your games may work with some versions and may be | It's also interesting to know the '''version''' of your emulator. Some of your games may work with some versions and may be totally broken with the others. Although the newer the version you'll get the less problems is should contain you must note that some special cases (games) may work a lot better with some older versions. This is because the emulator still is far from being complete and each change in it can lead to the correct emulations for some games yet break the others. You'll need to use PCSX2 forums, search engine or this wiki (if it contains your game) to find the best version needed if your game refuses to run. See some additional information about versioning [[PCSX2#Versions timeline|here]]. | ||
Note that at the time of writing of this article the '''new GUI''' version still lacks some features from the '''old GUI''' so it's recommended that you wait until the '''new GUI''' version will be aged enough for you to use. | Note that at the time of writing of this article the '''new GUI''' version still lacks some features from the '''old GUI''' so it's recommended that you wait until the '''new GUI''' version will be aged enough for you to use. | ||
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'''PCSX2''' is a plugin oriented program. Your '''pcsx2.exe''' is the main processor that can emulate the real PS2 on the PC but it cannot work alone. It needs graphics plugin to show the picture and the sound plugin to play some music or ingame sounds it also needs PAD plugin so you'll be able to play with your keyboard, mouse or gamepad. Moreover there may be more than one plugin of one type so you may choose which is better suited for your game. All plugins are stored (by default) in '''plugins''' folder of your main PCSX2 folder. Some plugins like [[GSDX]] for example can at times be updated quite often so sometimes you may desire to renew only this plugin. In order to do it you'll need to download the updated version and extract it by using archiver into your '''plugins''' folder. The changing of some settings (choosing your new plugin) may also be required after this (see the section about how to set up plugins). | '''PCSX2''' is a plugin oriented program. Your '''pcsx2.exe''' is the main processor that can emulate the real PS2 on the PC but it cannot work alone. It needs graphics plugin to show the picture and the sound plugin to play some music or ingame sounds it also needs PAD plugin so you'll be able to play with your keyboard, mouse or gamepad. Moreover there may be more than one plugin of one type so you may choose which is better suited for your game. All plugins are stored (by default) in '''plugins''' folder of your main PCSX2 folder. Some plugins like [[GSDX]] for example can at times be updated quite often so sometimes you may desire to renew only this plugin. In order to do it you'll need to download the updated version and extract it by using archiver into your '''plugins''' folder. The changing of some settings (choosing your new plugin) may also be required after this (see the section about how to set up plugins). | ||
PCSX2 will also require the BIOS from your real PS2 in order for you to play. The PS2 BIOS is a binary file can be obtained from your console. It contains some special routines used by games (like memcard handling support) which are not emulated by PCSX2 internally. The dumping of BIOS is one the hardest stages of your PCSX2 experience. You may get some instructions [http://forums.pcsx2.net/thread-2298.html#Bios here] and start dumping by downloading the tool from [http://pcsx2.net/downloads.php?p=tool this place] or use the official guide [http://forums.pcsx2.net/thread-2329.html here]. After your BIOS file is successfully dumped rom your PS2 you can copy it into '''bios''' folder (by | PCSX2 will also require the BIOS from your real PS2 in order for you to play. The PS2 BIOS is a binary file can be obtained from your console. It contains some special routines used by games (like memcard handling support) which are not emulated by PCSX2 internally. The dumping of BIOS is one the hardest stages of your PCSX2 experience. You may get some instructions [http://forums.pcsx2.net/thread-2298.html#Bios here] and start dumping by downloading the tool from [http://pcsx2.net/downloads.php?p=tool this place] or use the official guide [http://forums.pcsx2.net/thread-2329.html here]. After your BIOS file is successfully dumped rom your PS2 you can copy it into '''bios''' folder (by default) of your PCSX2. | ||
Please do not forget to update your DirectX before starting PCSX2. [[GSDX]] cannot be run with the old DirectX. See [[GSDX#Hardware requirements|GSDX]] page for information. | Please do not forget to update your DirectX before starting PCSX2. [[GSDX]] cannot be run with the old DirectX. See [[GSDX#Hardware requirements|GSDX]] page for information. | ||
[[Category:Guides]] | [[Category:Guides]] | ||