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HD low level formating app

Discussion in 'Storage and Networking' started by krowdpeleeza, Mar 20, 2003.

  1. krowdpeleeza Newcomer, in training Posts: 58

    Hey Guys
    Does anyone know of a good low level hard drive formatting application? I've been searching around the web for one with no avail.
    krowdpeleeza, Mar 20, 2003
    #1

  2. Hodsocks TechSpot Maniac Posts: 511

    Micro 2000 diagnostics kit includes a low level format application, I have used it to rescue some hard drives successfully.
    You could look at their website www.micro2000.com but the package doesn't come cheap.
    Hodsocks, Mar 20, 2003
    #2

  3. Rick TechSpot Staff Posts: 6,250   +38

    If I'm not mistaken, HDD manufacturer's software such as Maxtor's Maxblast and WesternDigital's LifeGuard contain these utilities. They should work on any drive without problems.
    Rick, Mar 20, 2003
    #3

  4. krowdpeleeza Newcomer, in training Posts: 58

    Whoops....didnt even cross my mind to check western digital...i appreciate the help!
    krowdpeleeza, Mar 20, 2003
    #4

  5. StormBringer Newcomer, in training Posts: 2,871

    You are correct Rick. They work very well too. Especially good if you have bad sectors that are keeping you from using a drive.
    StormBringer, Mar 20, 2003
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