@Ultraslick
I'll try to look for a source on Sony requiring the original HDD for servicing tomorrow, since it is getting late. I know I read it somewhere, and it makes sense considering they will want to make sure that it is their equipment causing the problem.
@Wenlan
Both models are Hitachi. Nice try. ;)
@MakingMusic
I didn't think using Heavenly Sword would be a relevant test because I think is loads off the HDD and the blu-ray simultaneously. Same goes for DMC4, I think but I don't have precise enough instruments or reflexes to mesure the differences in the typical 3 second load times of DMC4. Maybe I'll give it a quick test soon and post if the results are significant.
Would loading the game in 480i on one setup and 1080p on the other skew my results?







