Epson Apex, User Manual

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Unconditional format
You can also use this option to format your hard disk. The dif-
ference between unconditional and conditional formatting is
how bad tracks are identified. The unconditional format re-
quires you to enter a list of bad tracks before formatting begins.
To start the Unconditional format, press 2 and then
Enter.
You are first given the option to change the interleave factor for
formatting from the default value of three. Only do this if the
documentation with your hard disk recommends a different
value. The hard disk that comes with the Apex Plus 20 uses the
default value of three. You see this prompt:
Do you want default interleave of 3
(Y/N) ?
To accept the default, press Y and
Enter.
To change the value,
press
N
and
Enter.
You see this prompt:
Enter interleave factor (1-16):
Type the recommended value and press
Enter.
Next, enter the
list of bad tracks. The empty bad track table looks like this:
Bad Track Table
Cylinder Head Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Heed I
Move highlighted area to desired track with cursor keys.
A - Add track, F - Finish editing
Enter command letter:
Preparing a Hard Disk For Use B-7