Diagnosis and Maintenance
6.1.2 Diagnostic command
The host system can make the ODD execute the self diagnosis by issuing the EXECUTIVE DEVICE DIAGNOSTIC command. See Section 4.7.2, "EXECUTIVE DEVICE DIAGNOSTIC", in details.
6.1.3 Test program
A test program running in the host system is required to check general operations such as operations of the interface with the host system and simulated operations.
The configuration and function of the test program depend on the user system requirements.
The test program should include the following tests:
(1) Random/sequential read test
Use the READ or VERIFY command to test positioning (seek) operation and read operation in random access mode and sequential access mode.
(2) Write/read test
Use a disk whose operation check data may be destroyed so that a write or read test can be executed with an arbitrary data pattern.