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HD low level formating app

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

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  1. krowdpeleeza Newcomer, in training

    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.
  2. Hodsocks TechSpot Guru

    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.
  3. Rick TechSpot Staff

    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.
  4. krowdpeleeza Newcomer, in training

    Whoops....didnt even cross my mind to check western digital...i appreciate the help!
  5. StormBringer Newcomer, in training

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