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mediainit(1) -- initialize disk or partition DDS tape
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mediainit initializes mass storage media by formatting the media, writing and reading test patterns to verify media integrity, then sparing any defective blocks found. This process prepares the disk or tape for error-free operation. Initialization destroys all existing user data in the area being initialized. mediainit can also used for partitioning DDS tape media. See the -p option below for furt... |
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