SFMT(ADM) UNIX System V
Name
sfmt - performs special formatting
Syntax
/etc/sfmt device_name
Description
The sfmt command performs a low-level formatting,
initializes non-standard disk parameters, and performs
initial processing of manufacturer-supplied defect lists of
the disk device_name. device_name should be the character-
special device representing the whole disk, for example,
/dev/rhd00.
Use sfmt only if the ``type=E'' banner appears during
power-up. If the banner does not appear, follow the
instructions provided in the Installation Guide.
Low-level disk formatting is usually performed on bundled
systems before delivery. If this formatting has not been
done, you must format the disk before installing it. You
must know the hard disk parameters before you invoke sfmt.
Files
/dev/rhd?0
Value Added
sfmt is an extension of AT&T System V provided by the Santa
Cruz Operation.
(printed 2/22/90) SFMT(ADM)