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Software Installation
This section contains instructions for low level formatting the
Winchester drives. You can low level format the Winchester
drive(s) by one of two methods. Third party software
available from Storage Dimensions*, Ontrack*, or other
companies can low level format the drive(s). Consult your
dealer for further information on these software packages. An
on-board BIOS ROM can also low level format the drive(s).
The DEBUG utility initiates the controller's format program.
To low level format the drive(s) with the BIOS ROM,
proceed as follows:
1. Turn on the power.
2. At the A>promt,load and run the DEBUG utility by typing
DEBUG followed by a RETURN. "CR" stands for carriage
return or EN ER.
A>DEBUG CR
3. At the debug prompt, initiate the controller format
program by typing the following command line:
-g=cc00 :5
CAUTION
Step 4 requires execution of low level format. The low
level format destroys all data on the drive. If the drive
contains useful data, backup the drive before executing
the low level format program.
4. The controller format program displays a menu. Follow
the menu selections one through six. The change current
drive parameters selection allows you to either choose pre–
programmed drive parameters or enter the parameters from
the keyboard. Low level formatting the drive sets up track,
sector, and error correction information and initializes the
data fields. The surface analysis performs a thorough scan of
the drive's media. Running the surface analysis may take
several hours. The verify drive option is a shorter version of
the surface analysis test. Both the surface analysis and verify
drive tests report any defects found and prompts the user to
map out these defects. The enter defect list option allows the
user to enter defects provided by the drive manufacturer.
Select next drive allows you to change drives.
5. Load and execute the FDISK and FORMAT utilities.
*Storage Dimensions is a trademark of Storage Dimensions.
Ontrack is a trademark of Ontrack Computer Systems.
Radio Frequency Interference
Statement
This Western Digital product has been verified to comply with limits for a Class B computing
device pursuant to Subpart J Part 15 of F.C.C. Rules.
This does not guarantee that interference will not occur in individual installations. Western
Digital is not responsible for any television, radio, or other interference caused by unauthorized
modifications of this product.
If interference problems do occur, please consult the system equipment owner's manual for
suggestions. Some of these suggestions include relocation of the computer system away from
the television or radio, or placing the AC power connection on a different circuit or outlet.
The product was tested with a shielded interconnecting cable; therefore a shielded cable is
required to be used with his product.
If you require further information or
other technical support, please
contact your authorized dealer:
COPYRIGHT © 1988 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Information furnished by Western Digital Corporation is believed to be accurate and reliable.
However, no responsibility is assumed by Western Digital Corporation for its use; nor for any
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No
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WD1821 3/88 l00M
USER'S GUIDE
WD1003V-SR1
Winchester Disk
Controller
WD 1003 V-SR2
Winchester/Floppy
Disk Controller
Important Information
Do Not Discard
