Help a NOOB!

Hello.
I'm brand new to homebrew things but I had my PSP for more than a year now. I have an older PSP (not Slim). I am using the newest firmware 3.93.
I would like to know how can I use all the awesome homebrew applications and games and etc.
I heard that I need to have a custom firmware but I have no idea how to do it and is it possible.
I have never done anything weird with my PSP so I need in-depth explanation so I don't mess up my PSP.
Please help me 'cause I really want to make my PSP more efficient.
Thank you!

you should check my thread in this same subforum... these guys have been great at answering all of the similar questions that you have.

I read all the posts in your thread but my question is a bit different. You had 1.5 firmware and I have the latest, official 3.93 firmware and I want to downgrade it and then make a CFW so I can play homebrew games/apps. I have no idea how to do that..

Not to be rude but read the other 90 threads on how to solve your problem.

Could you at least give me some links? Thanks!

heres how to make a pandora battery and magic ms to downgrade your phat psp with only one psp

http://www.pspbrew.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11076

That doesn't sound too complicated. What should I be aware off before I start? Do I need an extra MemoryStick or can I use same MS?

Also, will I will be able to do this using Windows Vista?

Thanks for help!

you will need a second battery. but only one ms...you can format the ms after cfw has been put on your psp.

Also with vista it may work...some people have problems with it others dont. If it doesnt work on vista your goin to prob need xp

What could I use to remove a pin in the battery? Do I need to heat it or can I just remove (like riping it)? Thanks guys!

um i just used a pin....like one used in sowing and i didnt heat it i just ripped it out

Oh..ok then I guess I'm gonna use a sowing pin and carefully remove the pin. Thanks!

Oh...one more thing..how do I know which pin is the right one (is it also called 5th pin?). I saw some pics and stuff but I want to be 100% sure..