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How do you do a secure erase on a ssd and will this remove everything?.
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Secure erase on a ssd
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On an Intel SSD, it's done through the Intel Toolbox.
Or look here:
http://www.sevenforums.com/software/198546-software-erase-ssd.html
But you don't need Secure Erase to wipe the drive.
Or look here:
http://www.sevenforums.com/software/198546-software-erase-ssd.html
But you don't need Secure Erase to wipe the drive.
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Secure erase isn't 100% necessary but I use parted magic.
Yes you will lose everything on that drive. Corsair has written a guide on how to do it.
How To Secure Erase Corsair SSDs With Parted Magic
Unless its Intel then use their tools to do it.
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Many thanks to all as you have given me quite a varied selection to choose from.After scrolling through them I think method one that comes from "The Barefoot Kid" meets my requirements.
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