Epson I+ User Manual

Use this option to format your hard disk when you want to enter the list

of bad tracks before formatting begins. The main difference between uncon-

ditional and conditional formatting is the way in which bad tracks are identi-
fied. With the unconditional format, you must enter the list of bad tracks

before formatting begins.

To start the Unconditional format routine, press 2 and then 

You are first given the option to change the interleave factor for format-

ting from the default value of three. Only do this if the documentation with

your hard disk recommends a different value. You see this prompt:

Do you want default interleave of 

3 (Y/N)?

To accept the default, press Y and 

To change the value, press 

and

You see this prompt:

Enter interleave factor 

Type the recommended value, and press 

The next screen allows you to 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 Head

Move highlighted area to desired track with cursor keys.

A = Add track, F = Finish editing

Enter command letter:

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