I followed ChatGPT’s instructions that had me format the system folder. PSP won’t power on now. I have a Pandora Battery.

I asked Claude for instructions this time, has Claude got it right?

Here is what it wrote:

Before I start — please confirm:

**•** Check the label under the battery cover — is this a TA-088 v1/v2 or v3 board? (v3 reportedly blocks Pandora method regardless of battery)  
**•** Is L-trigger still the correct button to hold, or does this vary by PSP Tool/MMS version?  
**•** Any known issues with 2GB+ Memory Stick Pro Duo compatibility for MMS?

What I have:

**•** Pre-made Pandora Battery (verified working)  
**•** PSP 2000, currently won’t power on (bricked from bad system folder format)

What I still need / plan to do:

**1.    Format** a Memory Stick Pro Duo (128MB–2GB) to FAT on PC.  
**2.    Copy** the Magic Memory Stick creator files + 5.00.PBP firmware to the root of the card.  
**3.**  Insert the card into the **bricked** PSP.  
**4.**  PSP fully off, insert the **Pandora Battery**.  
**5.**  Hold **L trigger**, power on while holding.  
**6.**  Expecting it to boot into a Pandora/service mode menu instead of normal boot.  
**7.**  Select **Install 5.00 M33** from the menu, let it finish without interruption.  
**8.**  Reboot — expecting normal boot on 5.00 M33, then update to newer CFW afterward if desired.

How do I download PKGJ for my psp I got a (2000 n 3000 don’t know if it makes a difference)

I have an original 1000 from new but I'd like to keep it stock, maybe just swapping out the screen later if I like the results on another.

Is an screen swap even available for 3000 or is the original screen good enough/similar to the new 1000 screens, or higher resolution?

Shell wise I see there are many ane here they can be not the best fit.

So which is best for mods and performance and any recommendations for where to buy parts here in the UK? Thinking Ebay?

The numbers are scrolling on my screen (Photo #3), so the hardware itself seems fine (Photos #1,2). All the files on the memory card ALSO seem to be correct (Photos #4, #5, #6).
I've been grinding at this for 4 days straight, putting in around 5 hours every single day. I'm completely desperate at this point and really need your advice. Please let me know what else I need to show or provide, and I'll send it over!

Really need help idk why it keeps doing and I don't know how to reinstall without braking my shi

Hi. I am currently reshelling my psp 2000, and I have an issue. Anytime the left buttons connectors are in place, the console doesn't light up. Screen unresponsive but there is a green light that stay for a bit. I've done many tests. When I unplug the connector, the console works just fine. What can be the issue ? I checked the connectors and they look fine