Format

The format tool allows you to format or prepare a disk for new data.

A short format is quick, but does not verify the disk surface. Use this option when reformatting a disk only if you are sure the disk is undamaged.

A long format (also called a low-level format or format with surface verify) prepares the entire disk and verifies the disk surface at the same time. Use this option to repair a disk that has developed read/write errors.

Accessing the Format Function from IomegaWare

1. Open the IomegaWare program (See Starting IomegaWare for detailed instructions).
2. Insert the disk you want to format.
3. Click on the appropriate drive icon.
4. Select format from the menu.

Accessing the Format Function from My Computer or Windows Explorer

1. Insert the disk you want to format.
2. RIGHT mouse click on the appropriate drive icon in My Computer or Windows Explorer.
3. Select format from the drive-shortcut menu.