Non-SED Secure Erase

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> This section describes the firmware changes required to securely erase data on non-SEDs.

> SEDs securely erase their internal encryption keys, effectively destroying all of the data present on the drive. For Non–SED drives, the erase operation consists of a series of write operations to a drive that overwrites every user-accessible sector of the drive with specified patterns. It can be repeated in multiple passes using different data patterns for enhanced security. The sanitization technique is more secure than a simple format operation and is commonly called a “clearing” operation, similar to the existing physical drive clear command.

> Follow these steps to set physical drive properties.

> 1. | In the Physical view, right click the Physical Drive node.

> 2. | Select the Drive Erase option (Alt+E).

> The Mode Selection - Drive Erase dialog appears.

> Figure 69. Mode Selection - Drive Erase Window

> 3. | You can select the various modes available under the Select the mode for Drive Erase operation.

> | Simple – (Alt + S). When you select this option and click OK, the Drive Erase message box appears.

> Figure 70. Drive Erase Message

> | Normal– (Alt + N). Select this option and click OK. The Drive Erase message, as shown in the previous figure, appears.

> | Thorough – (Alt + T). Select this option and click OK. The Drive Erase message, as shown in the previous figure, appears.

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