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Memory Card (8MB) Troubleshooting

If you cannot save data on a memory card (8MB):

  • Make sure you are saving a PlayStation®2 game to a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2) and not any other memory card. PlayStation®2 games must be saved to memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2) memory cards only.
  • Make sure you are using an officially licensed PlayStation® memory card by looking for the official PlayStation® logo. SCEA cannot guarantee the quality of unlicensed memory cards.

    NOTE: In the past, 8MB memory cards were manufactured for use with PlayStation®2 by other companies. As long as cards contain the official PlayStation® logo, they are licensed products approved for use.


  • Make sure the memory card is inserted securely in the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system.
  • Make sure to follow the proper save procedures for the game.
  • Check to see if the memory card is full. There must be sufficient space to store your data. See Using a Memory Card for more information.
  • If possible, test the memory card on another PlayStation®2 by inserting the card to see if it functions properly:
    • If the card does not function properly, it might need to be replaced.
    • If the card does function properly, the system might need repairs. Please see How to Obtain Service.