Epson 10020, 100 Enter interleave factor (1-16):, Do you want default interleave of 3 (Y/N)

If you are formatting a disk that has never been formatted, check the list of bad tracks that came with the disk. This list identifies each defect by the head and cylinder number, which are required for the Unconditional format.

To start the Unconditional format routine, press 2 and then Enter. You are first given the option to change the interleave factor for formatting 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:

E-8 Physically Formatting a Hard Disk