LDEV Format function
The LDEV Format function includes Normal Format, and Quick Format. These functions format volumes, including external volumes. Before formatting volumes, ensure that the volumes are in blocked status.
The following table lists formatting functions for LDEV types.
|
Formatting function |
Corresponding volume |
|---|---|
|
Normal Format |
Internal volume Virtual volume External volume |
|
Quick Format |
Internal volume, other than the LDEV in the parity group on which accelerated compression is enabled. |