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DebM
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Can I change the block size on an old ST32151N 2.15G hdd?

I used Seatools (Enterprise) to change it from 512 to 256, but it won't stay.  I can change the number of blocks without any problem, but not the block size. Thanks!

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bkittle
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Re: Can I change the block size on an old ST32151N 2.15G hdd?

Did you format the drive after the Block Size change ?

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Re: Can I change the block size on an old ST32151N 2.15G hdd?

Yes. I also tried changing to a larger block size, 1024, also no joy.  The log file says that the "Change Blocksize Passed" for each, but the next time you bring it up, it is still set to 512.  I REALLY need it set to 256!

Thanks!

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bkittle
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Re: Can I change the block size on an old ST32151N 2.15G hdd?

Is it an OEM Drive ?  Made for HP or IBM ? 

It may not be able to "Take" a block size change.