AdvanSys AdvanSCSI SCSI Low-level Format
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This file contains important information and last-minute changes regarding
the AdvanSCSI low-level format utility.
Installing and using FMTSCSI
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FMTSCSI is a DOS-based command-line utility for performing a low-level
SCSI format on a SCSI device. It can be used to format hard drives, WORM drives,
and magneto-optical devices.
NOTE: A low-level format is implemented differently by each SCSI
manufacturer. Some devices will return immediately without altering
the media, others will take up to two hours to finish processing.
Assume that all information contained on the device will be destroyed
by FMTSCSI!
FMTSCSI requires that an ASPI Manager be loaded. Consult the AdvanSCSI
User's Guide for more information on installing an AdvanSys ASPI
Manager.
To run FMTSCSI, type:
FMTSCSI [host.]target[lun]:
This notation can be used to specify any connected device. (Remember
that ASPI host adapters are numbered starting at 0). The host and LUN
(logical unit) number will default to 0 if not specified.
For a system with only one host adapter installed, it is sufficient to
simply type the target's ID number followed by a colon. For example,
to format a device with ID #2, type:
FMTSCSI 2:
To format a device with ID #0 on the second host adapter, type:
FMTSCSI 1.0:
In all cases, the program will display the device's identification and
verify that it is okay to perform a low-level format.
This version of FMTSCSI will send a mode select to Quantum drives
to make sure we can format Quantum drives.
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How to reach AdvanSys
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By mail: AdvanSys
1150 Ringwood Court
San Jose, CA 95131
Phone: 408-383-9400
FAX: 408-383-9612
Tech Support: 800-525-7440
BBS: 408-383-9540 (28.8 K baud, 8 bits, 1 stop, no parity)
Interactive FAX: 408-383-9753
Copyright (c) 1996 Advanced System Product Inc. All rights reserved.
Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.