new sas disk can not get GPT initialized

[Ting]

Hi,

I installed a new sas 12tb disk, but I can not get it initialized, give me error and task fail.

I used smartctl -i /dev/sdx to check it and compare the result with a existing and working disk, I found the new disk was formated with type 2 protection, but my old working disk does not. I guess this new disk does not work with my sas card.

Anybody know how to low level format this new disk, and remove this type 2 protection?

I attached a picture to show smartctl -i result on my NEW disk vs OLD working disk.

Many thanks

 

[bbgeek17]

There are a few seemingly useful articles that come on quick google search, ie:
https://talesinit.blogspot.com/2015/11/formatted-with-type-2-protection-huh.html

good luck

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[Ting]

great, I got it done. thank you very much.