In some cases, just after unplugging or turning off the system, turning it back on can cause the system to lose its time again, making the orbs static in one circle and the system going back to the same date with the time going up. The system can lose track of time after a long period of being disconnected, and you will need to set the date from to the current date. They spin in motion with the system's time, and if the system is stuck with the time not going up or down, the orbs will stay static. Ensure proper ventilation: To avoid overheating, make sure that your PlayStation 2 is placed in a well ventilated area, and that the vents are not obstructed.The blue spinning orbs or dots that you see on the menu that gives you the option to go to the Browser or System Configuration are connected to the system clock.Repair the disc: If your game disc is scratched, it is sometimes possible to recover the disc with a disc repair kit.

For a less intrusive approach, use a can of compressed air, and attempt to blow the dust out from the vents and the disc tray, though this may also cause dust to settle where it is not desired. For the tech savvy, you may remove the disc drive, and gently clean the assembly with a cleaning cloth.

Clean the disc drive: If not the disc itself, dust buildup in the drive is often the culprit.

Use a high quality cleaning cloth and remove all smudges from the disc by lightly wiping outward from the center hub.

Clean the disc: Dust or smudges from fingerprints can cause disc reading problems.

There are a number of causes for this problem and a number of fixes: The PlayStation 2 was infamous for the number of disc read errors that occurred.

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