Epson Equity II - Manual (Page 102)

Unconditional Format
Use this option to format your hard disk when you want to enter the
list of bad tracks before formatting begins. The main difference between
unconditional and conditional formatting is the way in which bad tracks are
identified. With the unconditional format, you must enter the list of bad
tracks before formatting begins.
To start the Unconditional format routine, press 2 and then Enter.
You are first given the option to change the interleave factor for format-
ting from the default value of three. Only do this if the documentation with
your hard disk recommends a different value. You see this prompt:
Do you want default interleave of 3 (Y/N)?
To accept the default, press Y and Enter. To change the value, press N and
Enter. You see this prompt:
Enter interleave factor (1-16):
Type the recommended value, and press Enter.
The next screen allows you to edit the table of bad tracks. The empty
bad track table looks like this:
Bad Track Table
Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head
Move highlighted area to desired track with cursor keys.
A = Add track, C = Change track, D = Delete track, F = Finish editing
Enter command letter :
Diagnostics 2-5