> Has anyone tried to low level format flash storage media like a > compact flash card or smart media? I wonder what that would do... > > If I'm incorrect, obscure, or too vague anywhere above, I would > appreciate clarification!!! > > Peace, > Drew
Hello, I've low-level formatted many IDE/ATA drives, most in desktops, but also in my 1.3GB 1400. Never had any problems with it, in fact, in all cases the machine ran a whole lot smoother after having it done. I can understand what you say about ATA drives being 'dumb', but if that is the case, surely drive setup would do the thinking for it? "write this here, and that there" etc etc...? As for the flash card, yep, I did that too. I low-level formatted a Sony memory stick. The stick came out just fine, but I can't re-format it to PC, which it needs to run in the camera. Doesn't matter, I have a bigger stick in the camera anyway, but I warn anyone planning on trying this, your card won't work afterwards in anything but your computer (I've heard similar stories with other types of flash cards) -- John -- PowerBooks is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PowerBooks list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/powerbooks.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/powerbooks%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
