How to manually format ipod classic

Is there a way to manually format an ipod classic? I have tryed with itunes and a format utility... itunes said the ipod wad corrupted... and the utility said the ipod was protected... any help appreciated.

Hey smpasie,
Thanks for the question. You can register your Apple product at http://supportprofile.apple.com - however this is not a requirement, as mentioned in this resource:
Do I need to register my Apple product?
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5803
Thanks,
Matt M.

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